Sobre esta vaga de Strategic Director - CVA, Texas na Standtogether
About Concerned Veterans for America
Concerned Veterans for America (CVA) is the only national grassroots organization which is purpose-built to amplify veteran’s voices across every aspect of American government and civil society.
We believe that veterans are a powerful force for driving solutions to America’s most pressing challenges. We build engaged communities of empowered veterans and patriotic Americans to amplify our unique perspectives on critical issues—from foreign policy to health care to federal spending. We understand the meaning of service, and we remain committed to serving our fellow Americans and strengthening our country.
Concerned Veterans for America is a part of Americans for Prosperity and the Stand Together philanthropic community.
How You'll Contribute:
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Build and lead coalitions across Texas that turn shared goals into federal and state policy wins
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Serve as CVA's Texas spokesperson and own a communications plan that grows the brand statewide –Your audience is NOT just veterans – your audience is Texas, and your communications plan will show that veterans are the best advocates for policies that benefit ALL Texans.
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Lobby and testify at the Texas Legislature, and build and manage legislative relationships (state and federal) with chapter leadership
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Partner with the CVA Foundation and Texas grassroots staff on policy education events that fuel community building and organizing
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Coordinate with CVA headquarters staff on national priorities; leverage your federal relationships to maximize our impact in Washington, D.C.
What You Will Bring:
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Deep understanding of Texas and federal policy landscapes, plus the grassroots strategies that turn policy goals into results
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Direct, senior-level experience driving grassroots action through coalition building and/or organizing
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Proven track record developing and executing high-impact strategy, with fresh ideas and detailed plans.
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You are comfortable working with high-impact colleagues, the freefree exchange of ideas, and pursuing mutual success.
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Skill at building relationships with lawmakers, partners, and community leaders around a shared vision
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Ability to translate complex ideas for any audience, from legislators to the press
- Economic Prosperity: Fiscal reform to tackle the national debt, pro-growth regulation, and energy abundance
- Realism & Restraint in American Foreign Policy: Burden-shifting in Europe and a smaller U.S. Middle East footprint; no more “forever wars”
- Veterans’ Health Care Choice: Expanding VA community care and ensuring real VA accountability
Standout Candidates Will Bring:
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Hands-on advocacy and community organizing experience
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Political campaign/party experience
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Experience working with elected officials and/or political candidates
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Camera-ready: experience speaking on the record (broadcast news or testimony) and willing to receive additional media training
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Veteran status (preferred) or a personal connection to the military/veteran communities that you will be engaging
What We Offer:
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Competitive benefits: 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, health and dental, plus Peloton and Talkspace wellness support
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A meaningful career: Join 1,400+ colleagues solving complex social challenges
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Commitment to grow: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that develops your unique talents
