Political Fellow (2-year position)

Ohio’s environmental movement is seeking its next generation of environmental advocates, representing the diversity of perspectives, and backgrounds from across the state, especially those from communities most impacted by pollution. Therefore, the Ohio Environmental Council seeks candidates for its Political Fellowship—a full-time, temporary, entry-level position for up to 2 years. This position is designed specifically to include and uplift the talents of entry-level professionals from communities and backgrounds often left out of the environmental movement. 

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and develop written materials to convey complex concepts effectively
• Communicate directly with public officials, partners, funders, and other stakeholders, and document legislator and elected official interactions and guide follow-up plans 
• Support the drafting of advocacy content, including position statements and blogs
• Representing the organization at public meetings, political events, and partner spaces
• Conduct research for and support the OEC Action Fund’s endorsement programs 
• Guide OEC Action Fund’s communications with endorsed candidates and candidate support plans 
• Research and support fundraising efforts for the OEC Action Fund, OEC AF PAC, and Conservation Ohio
• Develop and present campaign plans and tactics for partners and possible funders 
• Create communications content, including social media, emails, press releases, and graphics 
• Support basic administrative and communications needs for the political department 
• Contributing to OEC’s efforts to integrate racial justice and equity into the work we do to ensure a more inclusive environmental movement in Ohio
• Performing other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications:

• Required Work Experience: This is an entry-level position. Preference will be given to candidates with 1-2 cycles of experience in political campaigns (in a paid or volunteer capacity). 
• Additional Skills: Demonstrate the ability to answer research questions efficiently and with precision; well-organized; thorough & detail-oriented; understand how to work independently and in a team; and manage multiple projects at once while delivering quality results. Possess the initiative and skills required to become a successful representative of the organization. Preferred skills: Familiarity with Votebuilder, campaign finance research, fundraising, political communications, persuasive writing, G-suite, Canva, and political news sources. 
• Required Cultural Competence: Shares our commitment to increasing racial diversity in our movement and organization, integrating justice and equity into the work we do, and ensuring an inclusive organizational culture.
• Required Abilities: The ability and desire to learn, develop new skills, support colleagues, and take initiative when possible.

Additional details:

Pay for this full-time, temporary position is $39,000-$42,900 annually. We have an excellent benefits package that includes employer-paid health, vision, dental, and life insurance; flexible and dependent care spending account; generous paid time off; paid parental leave; and employer-matched retirement fund.

This is a Columbus-based position working in our Columbus office. Our office currently has a hybrid work policy that requires in-person work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. We occasionally have in-person staff meetings on Mondays that also require in-office presence.

The Fellow must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends and be willing to occasionally travel in Ohio and nationally. 

How to Apply:

Read the full job description here.

Send a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for the position, your resume, and references to careers@theOEC.org with “Political Fellow” in the subject line. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis with preference given to candidates who apply by April 10th, 2023.