Grassroots Manager

American Cancer Society

. Plan and execute a comprehensive grassroots advocacy program across Montana and Wyoming .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $64,000 - $71,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in grassroots advocacy program planning and execution, volunteer engagement, and fundraising strategies. Proficient in managing campaigns and building relationships with diverse communities and legislative officials.

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Grassroots Advocacy Program ManagementVolunteer Engagement and DevelopmentFundraising ExperienceDirect Action Organizing PrinciplesSalesforce Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Campaign PlanningFundraising StrategiesVolunteer ManagementLegislative PrioritiesEvent PlanningDatabase ManagementCommunication DevelopmentPolitical Campaign OrganizingSocial Media ManagementTime Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceEvery ActionSocial Media PlatformsWeb Management ToolsVirtual Event Platforms

Industry Keywords

Grassroots StrategiesVolunteer FundraisingLegislative CampaignsCoalition PartnershipsPolitical Advocacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute a comprehensive grassroots advocacy program across Montana and Wyoming
Attract, develop, maintain, and engage volunteer leaders and volunteers
Develop and implement grassroots strategies and campaign plans for local, state, and federal legislative priorities
Support volunteers in fundraising and facilitate achievement of volunteer fundraising goals
Develop tailored communications, including volunteer emails, legislative alerts, issue talking points, and training curricula
Plan and manage Cancer Action lobby days and similar virtual or in-person events
Maintain ACS CAN web pages, Facebook pages, and other social media accounts
Identify and develop volunteers with personal stories related to policy campaigns
Manage the volunteer structure, fill vacancies, and ensure sufficient capacity across the geography
Organize and manage state legislative campaigns using Direct-Action Organizing principles
Coordinate campaigns with coalition partners and regional and national ACS CAN teams
Represent ACS CAN and its mission in accordance with organizational brand standards
Establish and maintain strategic collaborations and partnerships
Lead electoral activity through Cancer Votes while adhering to IRS and ACS CAN legal and reporting requirements
Attract, train, develop, communicate with, and recognize volunteers
Build relationships with elected officials, legislative staff, coalitions, partners, and diverse communities
Train volunteers and ACS staff for interactions with elected officials and their staff
Maintain volunteer information in databases such as Salesforce
Drive volunteer fundraising and support volunteer-led events, Lights of Hope, policy forums, and other fundraising activities
Complete assigned administrative duties and follow ACS CAN policies and guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of relevant work experience
Political issues or campaign organizing experience strongly preferred
Experience attracting, developing, and engaging volunteers preferred
Fundraising experience is a plus
Experience using Salesforce, Every Action, or similar tools is a plus
Experience or familiarity with fundamentals of Direct Action Organizing is a plus
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, computer, and social media skills are required
Highly organized orientation and time management skills are required
Proven ability to handle multiple projects, work independently with minimum direction, and work as a member or leader of a team
Demonstrated ability to work on fast-paced, time-sensitive matters with internal and external constituents
Ability to establish, hold meetings, and maintain effective working relationships with state and federal legislative officials
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and communities
Ability to complete work in multiple venues and state political environments in a timely and efficient manner and ensure work is accurate
Ability to utilize available technology to perform position responsibilities
Ability to travel by car, train, or plane as needed
Ability to regularly travel and work within Montana and Wyoming communities as needed
Travel may require up to 20%, including overnight and occasional weekend travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off policy
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Retirement benefits
Wellness programs
Professional development programs to enhance staff skills