Press Secretary for Economic Justice
Job Title: Press Secretary for Economic Justice
Position Location: Preferably New York City or Washington DC
About CPD:
The Center for Popular Democracy promotes equity, opportunity, and a dynamic democracy in partnership with innovative base-building organizations, organizing networks and alliances, and progressive unions across the country. CPD works to build the strength and capacity of democratic organizations to envision and advance a pro-worker, pro-immigrant, racial and economic justice agenda. CPD is a rapidly-expanding, dynamic organization that offers an exciting opportunity to drive ambitious policy campaigns and partner with community-based organizations across the country to build political power and win tangible victories that improve the lives of low-wage workers, immigrants, and communities of color
About the Job:
In partnership with organizations around the country, CPD is driving an ambitious economic justice agenda that includes: (1) state and local minimum wage campaigns, (2) a cutting-edge initiative to guarantee fair workweeks through legislation and organizing, and (3) Fed Up, the first campaign in decades mobilizing in support of full employment monetary policy. We are also supporting campaigns for paid sick days, childcare reform, and other workers’ rights policies.
CPD is seeking to hire an energetic, creative press secretary who can help develop and drive forward our press strategies on these campaigns, with a focus on Fed Up and the Fair Workweek Initiative. These two campaigns have already generated tremendous press, with over 50 significant articles including major pieces in all of the country’s biggest papers. The press secretary for economic justice would take this even further and would seize the daily and weekly opportunities to elevate the voices and perspectives of low-wage workers, particularly women and men of color.
Primary Responsibilities:
The press secretary for economic justice will have responsibility for:
- Elevating CPD and our partners as a leading national voice for full and fair employment.
- Developing and executing press strategies for these campaigns, including short and long term press outreach plans.
- Working with the staff of our community-based and national partners to strengthen and coordinate our press strategies.
- Developing messaging and talking points for our workers’ rights campaigns.
- Training other staff, partners, and members to be effective media spokespeople.
- Developing, maintaining and expanding our media database.
- Writing and distributing press releases, op-eds and letters to the editor and making pitch calls.
- Forming strong working relationships with key reporters and editors.
Job Requirements:
- A demonstrated commitment to social justice and the progressive movement
- Excellent writing skills
- An ability to juggle multiple projects at a time and work in a fast-paced environment
- A demonstrated commitment to meeting high standards and a history of getting things done even in the face of obstacles
- Excellent inter-personal skills, a positive and enthusiastic attitude, and a commitment to contribute to a positive work environment
- At least 3-5 years experience working in communications and press relations for progressive political campaigns, non-profit organizations or unions.
- Experience with social media tools and campaigns
- Ambition, drive, energy, and the ability to work flexible and long hours when necessary
- Ability to work well with diverse groups and populations
- Spanish language skills preferred but not required
How to apply
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and short (1 or 2 page) writing sample through our hiring portal: https://cpd.hiringthing.com/job/21353/press-secretary-for-economic-justice
The cover letter should address the reasons you are interested in this press secretary position with the Center for Popular Democracy and how this position relates to your prior experience and future career goals.
CPD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. People of color, women, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community are strongly encouraged to apply.
