Job Description

Company Overview:

Empower is a fast-growing, 20+ person, profitable startup that is on a mission to transform the gig economy, so that hard-working drivers can earn a sustainable living. We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, energetic, responsible, and detail-oriented Community Engagement Associate. If you want to be a member of a team that is disrupting Uber and cares about making a difference for gig economy workers, then we’d love to chat. This role is in-person only.

Role Overview:

As a Community Engagement Associate you will be responsible for helping to manage grassroot campaigns and events. You will be tasked with creating copy, reaching out to stakeholders, generating buy-in, organizing, managing, and executing events. This is an in-person role and will include a mix of marketing and field work. You will work closely with Empower’s CEO and senior leadership. We’re looking for a team player who is looking to make an immediate impact at a high-growth disruptive startup.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Mobilize drivers and consumers for rallies and events
• Help lead event planning and grassroots organizing 
• Track local hearings, politicians, and events related to the DC City Council and Mayor
• Assist with marketing initiatives and generating press 
• Create and share engaging issue focused social media content
• Build and grow online communities 

Candidate Requirements:

• 1-4 years of grassroots organizing, political campaign field work, or experience working for an elected official 
• Strong copywriting skills
• Able to manage multiple projects at once
• Comfortable dealing with press 
• Highly organized with a bias for action
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced startup environment
• Ability to display the utmost level of professionalism

What Do We Offer?

• Competitive Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 base salary + equity + performance based bonus + benefits 
• Being part of a great team to better the lives of gig workers 
• Access to C-Suite and other senior team members across all departments
• No dull or unchallenging days
• Unlimited growth potential

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to hr@rideempower.com .

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