Emerge Seeks Training Manager

Training Manager 

Do you want to recruit and train the next generation of New American Majority women to run for office? Are you a skilled trainer working in the political, non-profit or advocacy space who cares about getting Democratic women elected and appointed to all levels of office?

Emerge is seeking a Training Manager for a short-term, 12-month role that will expand capacity for our best-in-class training programs. This individual will manage recruitment and outreach  for training; work with partners to host events like Step Forwards and educational series; as well  as plan and program continuing education series for Emerge’s 5,000 alumnae and counting,  

The Training Manager will report to the Political Director and is a full-time position remotely or based out of our Washington D.C. office. The position will require some weekends and/or evenings work. This role is program-specific and shall be funded one full year from the start date. Extension of contract is based on receipt of additional program funding.

About Emerge

Emerge is changing the face of politics to create an inclusive democracy. We are the nation’s premier organization that recruits, trains, and provides a powerful network to Democratic women who want to run for office. Since 2002, Emerge has trained 5,000 Democratic women to run for office and there are more than 1,100 Emerge alumnae currently in elected office.

Our Core Values:

• Belonging 
• Empowerment 
• Transformation
• Excellence

What You’ll Do

The Training Manager will be skilled in training, relationship management and have an eye for detail to manage administrative aspects of the role. 

Training:

• Facilitate recruitment and selection process including managing application system, responding to applicant questions, researching potential applicants and coordinating the selection process;
• Draft and distribute recruitment related social media posts, emails and talking points;
• Oversee all operational and logistical needs for virtual, hybrid and in-person training  programming; 
• Work with Training and Curriculum Director to create and execute the training program,  including modifying a curriculum and scheduling and preparing trainers and panelists;
• Train boot camp, signature and supplemental program participants as needed;
• Serve as main point of contact for trainees throughout the program; 
• Coordinate the day-of for trainings, including room set up, material printing and  assembly, snack and lunch preparation, and packing up after training;
• Summarize and participate in training debriefs and evaluations; and
• Manage Step Forwards and other Emerge training events as they arise;

Relationship Management

This role will engage with a variety of partners, both internally and externally to collaborate on programming. 

Partners 

• Foster relationships with partners to identify opportunities for collaboration;
• Execute Emerge trainings for partners;
• Represent Emerge at speaking engagements and training sessions when appropriate;

State Affiliates

• Provided direct training support, including Train-the-Trainer sessions;
• Compile, create and share new recruitment materials for Emerge state affiliates;
• Train Emerge state affiliate staff on Emerge training and resources and provide ongoing  through first training they are running; 
• Host weekly office hours and troubleshoot issues; 
• Assist with coordinating state first day trainings and step in to train or execute trainings  if necessary;

Alumni

• Execute continuing education training plan to educate alumnae on pertinent issues in  the campaign space;
• Coordinate a communications calendar for alumnae engagement over various channels  including social media and email;
• Conduct outreach to alumnae and track metrics of success;

Administrative

• Copy, edit, update and answer questions about the website; 
• Manage submission of receipts to accounting system; and 
• Complete additional surrounding logistics for events and training (paperwork, tuition payment, evaluation completions, etc.).

Who You Are

We are seeking candidates with deep training experience, ideally in the campaign, nonprofit or  advocacy sectors. While experience in a similar role in the political sector is not required, a  commitment to the advancement of Democratic women in politics is.

More specifically, you will have or be most or all of the following:

• You have excellent interpersonal and relational skills, including competency working cross-culturally and in diverse teams to create an equitable and inclusive environment;
• You have 3-5 years of experience as a trainer and/or facilitator; 
• You have strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple projects  simultaneously;
• You can create and maintain friendly and professional relationships with staff, partners and stakeholders that come from a rich mix across race, gender, sexual orientation,  gender identity and socioeconomic status and backgrounds; and
• You are familiar with Google Suite; NGP-VAN or other similar database tools; Zoom or other webinar/online meeting platforms; expense management systems such as  Nexonia; and online website management tools such as WordPress.

Requirements

• Some weekends and evenings are required.
•  This position includes at least 10%-20% travel.

Salary and Benefits

This is a full-time position remotely or based out of our Washington D.C. office. This position is project-specific and shall be funded one full year from the start date. Extension of contract is based on receipt of additional program funding. Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000   

Emerge offers competitive compensation and benefits package which includes medical,  dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and 401k retirement plan. We also offer a generous PTO plan and the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of mission-driven people.  

What Else You Should Know

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of our mission. We want our team to reflect the incredible diversity of the women whose political power we seek to build. Therefore, we especially encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities and members of other groups who are underrepresented in our political system. 

How to Apply 

Please send a resume and cover letter with the email subject “Training Manager” to  search@emergeamerica.org. In your cover letter, include a description of how your background aligns with this position and an explanation of your interest in women in politics. 

Emerge will not be able to respond to all applicants. Only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. NO CALLS PLEASE.