LPHQ job posting: Development Associate

The Libertarian Party is seeking a to hire a Development Associate to work on membership and fundraising for the national party.

Job Description:

The Libertarian Party experienced a dramatic increase in membership and fundraising in 2016. The party wants to continue this growth. The new Development Associate will be tasked with calling members and encouraging them to renew their membership.

Qualifications:

(a.) Experience with and knowledge of the Libertarian Party, our candidates, and ideas.

(b.) Ability to respond thoughtfully and respectfully to phone-based inquires about our party, candidates, ideas, and current events.

(c.) Willingness to call people and ask for renewals and/or donations.

(d.) Reliability and integrity.

Work Environment:

The Development Associate may work remotely or at our headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. Hours are flexible but the Development Associate is expected to make himself or herself available during the hours that they find to be most successful for making phone calls to members and potential members.

Compensation:

This is an hourly position. Hours may range from 20 hours to 40 hours per week, with compensation of $17 per hour.

How to apply:

  1. Send an email to development2017@lp.org with the subject: Development Associate
  2. Attach a resume. Also include your thoughts on why you would be a good fit for this position, either in the body of the email, or as an attached cover letter. Feel free to include other supporting documents.
  3. If we think you might be a good fit, we’ll follow up with you by phone or email for an interview.