Resilient Strategies LLC

Network Manager
Grassroots Democracy Initiative / Grassroots Democracy Action

Based in Oakland, CA
(hybrid)

 

About the Grassroots Democracy Initiative and Grassroots Democracy Action Fund:
Grassroots Democracy Initiative combats the rise of authoritarianism and builds multiracial democracy by organizing volunteers to build power across state lines. We train and develop volunteers to protect democratic rights and to support the immediate and long-term power-building work of people of color-led grassroots movements. We are building out a strong network of committed leaders and volunteers trained, activated, and prepared for various responses to this political moment. In this moment we will be focused on building a network of people geared up for mass action to resist authoritarianism in the coming years. Our work is geared towards building a long-term, nonpartisan political home for a diverse base of people committed to protecting democracy, combatting authoritarianism and building power that connects working class communities of color across the country.

Grassroots Democracy Action is an organization that advances multiracial democracy through direct advocacy, legislative action, and political engagement. We mobilize volunteers to fight authoritarian policies, lobby for pro-democracy legislation, and hold elected officials accountable to working-class communities of color. Building on the organizing infrastructure of Grassroots Democracy Initiative, GDA engages in unrestricted advocacy work—including lobbying, issue campaigns, and political education—to protect voting rights, challenge anti-democratic legislation, and advance policy solutions that build power for marginalized communities. 

Position Overview: 
The Network Manager is a shared position between the Grassroots Democracy Initiative and Grassroots Democracy Action, and will lead the foundation and building of a post-training network. This includes community building and engagement efforts to develop training participants into an active, connected network. This position will design and implement systems that keep participants engaged, foster peer-to-peer connections, and coordinate collective action. This position reports to the Emerging Projects Director.

Role and Responsibilities: 
The Network Manager will serve as the architect and facilitator of ongoing participant engagement, creating the infrastructure and programming needed to build a thriving, active community beyond the initial training experience. This position will develop innovative approaches to network building that support both immediate engagement and long-term organizational evolution. Furthermore, this position will be responsible for holding people accountable to commitments and working to develop them from trainee into someone ready to take action.

This may include:
Network Development (30%)

• Strategize, design, and implement systems for keeping training participants connected and engaged over time
• Create infrastructure for communication, coordination, and relationship-building across the network
• Develop tools and platforms that enable participants to connect with each other and access resources
• Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess network health and engagement levels

Network Programming (40%)

• Create and test various ongoing engagement programs, possibly including in person meetups, online forums, local chapters, action alerts, skill-shares, and other initiatives
• Experiment with new approaches to participant engagement and develop based on feedback and outcomes
• Coordinate regular programming that provides ongoing value to network members
• Ensure people in the network are, and feel like they are, doing impactful, effective work
• Build out a network in which people feel connected, in community, and can find meaning in this work.
• Develop both virtual and in-person opportunities for network participation and connection
• Facilitate network participation in strategic campaigns and actions aligned with organizational goals
• Convert people who go through training into people who do the desired actions at the right times. 

Leader Coaching and Development (20%)

• Foster peer-to-peer connections and mutual support within the network
• Identify volunteer leaders and work with them to bring them into more responsibility and leadership
• Create spaces and opportunities for participants to build relationships across geography and identity
• Facilitate skill-sharing and mentorship among network members
• Cultivate network culture that reflects organizational values and supports participant leadership

General organizational support (10%)

• Serve on leadership team for the organization, supporting on general strategic and operational efforts
• Coordinate with other team members to ensure team is moving in same direction and that learnings throughout the organization are shared
• Any other admin necessities

The above responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel classified in this manner. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Key Qualifications
As a prerequisite, the successful candidate must believe in the core values of Grassroots Democracy Initiative and be driven by our missions. The candidate should demonstrate a passion for breaking new ground to lead social change. 

Beyond that, we are seeking a candidate who:

• Has at least 3-5 years of professional experience in organizing individuals to be part of a network, decentralized organizing
• Has experience in organizing in a wide geographic area, including with remote communications
• Has background in anti-authoritarian organizing or related work
• Excels in communicating complex political concepts into accessible content for engaged volunteers
• Possesses strong leadership and management experience or characteristics, including the ability to recruit, develop, and supervise teams
• Is detail-oriented and organized, with ability to manage multiple organizing projects simultaneously
• Is self-directed and able to design, launch, and refine organizing programs based on feedback
• Has excellent writing and editing skills for developing clear, compelling outreach materials
• Is proficient in using online tools for remote communication and organizing 

Work Environment / Physical Demands
This position will work out of the Oakland office, and will include a hybrid schedule of at least 2 days in-person / 3 days work from home. Remote work may be possible for the right candidates. This position may require work travel about once every month or so, though may be higher in peak times or lower when not needed.

• Able to work on a computer, including sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation. 
• Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and other equipment.
• Able to see or read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids.
• Able to speak clearly and in audible tones on the phone and in person and be understood by others.
• Able to hear and understand speech at typical levels and on the telephone.
• Able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to walk, drive, write, stand, and sit.
• Able to stretch, bend, kneel, twist, squat, reach above or below the shoulder, push, grasp, and lift up to 20 pounds. 

Compensation
This is a full time exempt position. The salary range for a full time employee is $75,000 – $90,000, depending on experience. We offer a competitive health benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, and a generous paid time off schedule. 

How to Apply
Submit résumé, cover letter, references as a single document through this job portal. https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=c858a322-00a0-4526-9713-59699ec1e4bf&ccId=9200987613998_2&jobId=574953&source=CC2&lang=en_US Applications will be reviewed as received. 

Grassroots Democracy Initiative and Grassroots Democracy Action Fund contracts with Resilient Strategies LLC for backend and operational support including hiring and employment. Resilient Strategies is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Folks who are queer, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. Pursuant of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.