ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Build relations for the state chapter with political, business, media and community leaders. Additionally, work with coalition partners, investors and AFPF & AFP national and other state offices to sustain state operations
• Mobilize and educate grassroots activists on issues within the organization’s mission
• Utilize activists and volunteers to advance policy initiatives that bring about institutional change
• Represent the organization as the key spokesperson for the state through consistent branding
• Create and implement a state-wide legislative action plan and assist on national issues of importance
• Draft and prepare press releases and op-eds as related to issues of importance to the state
• Create and cultivate donor relationships with new, as well as existing supporters, at the state level
• Develop and work within state budget parameters

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Experience cultivating relationships with high-profile individuals
• Political experience is preferable
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, environment
• Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude
• A positive attitude and an earnest interest in providing good customer service to our members, partners and other state chapters
• A firm commitment to advancing every individual’s right to economic freedom and opportunity through free markets

GENERAL:
Americans for Prosperity Foundation (AFP Foundation) is a 501(c)(3) organization of citizen leaders committed to educating consumers, business owners, and the general public about the value and operation of an open and market-oriented economy that is free of government interference.

TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter explaining philosophical interest in AFPF, resume and salary history/requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org with the position title in the subject line. AFPF is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify strategic media outreach opportunities to enhance coverage for AFPF with earned media including television, print, radio and online media
• Cultivate and manage relationships with media and outside PR firm. Pinpoint key members of the national media covering AFP Foundation issue areas and establish working relationships
• Formulate, draft, edit and pitch news releases, opinion pieces, letters to the editor and issue talking points
• Serve as a spokesperson for the AFPF in the national print, television and radio interviews
• Drive media attendance and organize technical details for national media events such as press conferences, RightOnline, Defending the American Dream Summit and other events
• Monitor AFPF national media coverage and identify areas for improvement or increased opportunity.
• Identify and develop alliances, coalitions and communications support contacts at other free-market organizations
• Manage the editing and proofreading of all communications materials ensuring that copy adheres to overall messaging and editorial guidelines
• Oversee all communications projects to ensure their timely delivery and high quality
• Recommend and work directly with the Director of Online Strategy on website content and messaging
• Supervise the communications department staff 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field preferred
• Seven plus years directly related to public relations/communications, with at least three years in a strategic role
• Demonstrated aptitude for strategic planning and execution
• Familiarity with free-market policy issues a requirement
• Exceptional writing and verbal skills and thorough understanding of writing/editing for a variety of target audiences
• Knowledge of the systems and procedures involved in operating an effective communications campaign
• Strong project management skills with the ability to organize, schedule and track projects
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with all levels of staff, vendors members and press
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• A firm commitment to advancing every individual’s right to economic freedom and opportunity through free markets
• Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial attitude 

GENERAL:

Americans for Prosperity Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization of citizen leaders committed to educating consumers, business owners, and the general public about the value and operation of an open and market-oriented economy that is free of government interference. 

TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter, resume explaining philosophical interest in AFPF and salary history/requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org. AFPF is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls please.