The Coalition for Healthy Democracy Ballot Question Committee seeks a Campaign Manager to lead all aspects of the building phase for a 2026 Massachusetts ballot campaign to enact key reforms to increase voice and choice in our elections: an all-comers, nonpartisan preliminary election system to replace partisan primaries; and a campaign finance provision ending the influence of foreign governments in our elections.
You will take the helm of a campaign at a time when there is building momentum for democracy renovation in Massachusetts. You will report to the Coalition Cabinet, including its ex officio members, Committee Chair, John Griffin, and senior advisor, Danielle Allen.
What You’ll Do:
● Lead development of a two-year campaign plan, assisted by a supporting coalition and senior advisors Doug Rubin and Brian Wynne. You will be responsible for all elements and stages of a successful campaign, including fundraising, legal drafting, strategic planning, data and research, public education and communication JP s, signature collection, and voter identification and mobilization.
● Manage all aspects of the campaign, including campaign staff and consultants, while ensuring implementation of the Committee’s vision.
● Hire and oversee campaign personnel, including a finance director and field director, as well as consultants.
● Lead your team to victory; role-model vision, leadership, and values.
● Ensure successful completion of strategic goals; work with the Chair and coalition members to establish and assess those goals.
● Manage and expand the coalition supporting the ballot initiative while identifying and mitigating likely opposition.
● Craft and implement a full communications strategy, including building relationships with the press.
● Serve as a public-facing spokesperson and ambassador for the Committee’s values and policy goals.
Who You Are:
● A campaign professional and expert manager with at least two cycles of leadership experience on a competitive candidate, ballot, or issue campaign at the statewide or similar level.
● A proven leader with a track record of building strong teams and leading them to success.
● Knowledgeable about best practices and tools for base-building, volunteer recruitment, and mobilization.
● Passionate about increasing democratic participation and political engagement in Massachusetts.
● A communicator who is comfortable expressing ideas and representing the Committee in both spoken and written formats.
● Someone who values collaboration across parties, ideologies, and issue areas.
● A democracy renovator who is passionate about advancing the right to vote, the right to run, and the right for people to see and shape their own communities.
We know that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can prevent strong candidates from applying to a job unless they see themselves as a 100% fit. If you are a campaign professional and are interested in this position, but are unsure about whether your experience matches our expectations, please reach out and ask. We would love to hear from you.
Important Details
● This role can be based anywhere in Massachusetts and will require frequent travel consistent with a campaign schedule.
● The start date will be immediate or as soon as practicable for both parties; this position will run through May 2025, with the possibility of renewable through November 2026.
● Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience within a $150,000-$175,000 salary range.
● This role is subject to a background check to the extent permitted by law.
EEO Statement
Our team is committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO). We will not discriminate against team members or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to: race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
To Apply
Answer the application questions and submit a resume. We will accept applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please submit your application before November 15, 2024 for priority consideration. This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions. 
