Jon Ossoff for Senate is seeking a Political Director for the 2026 election cycle. Our mission is to connect the values of this campaign to the people and institutions driving change in every corner of the state. This role will manage the political department and is responsible for building a strong political program, maintaining meaningful relationships with elected officials, advocacy organizations, community groups, and grassroots leaders across Georgia as well as nationally.

We work to ensure that Senator Ossoff's message is present, even when he cannot be, by activating trusted surrogates, engaging coalition partners, elevating community voices, and creating opportunities for real connection. Whether we are casting a campaign commercial, staffing a local parade, showing support at a community event, or organizing a roundtable with community leaders, the Political Department ensures the campaign is seen, heard, and trusted where it matters most.

We are relationship builders, messengers, and organizers committed to helping this campaign meet the moment with integrity, reach, and impact. This position reports directly to the deputy campaign manager and requires relocation to Atlanta, GA.

Core Responsibilities:

Build, maintain, and manage relationships with political and coalition leads in Georgia.
Serve as member of the Senior Ossoff campaign leadership team as well as manage political team members
Ensure that the Political team and coordinated teams support priority regions and constituencies based on political targets, electoral needs, and coalition opportunities
Strong time management, verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
Support the campaign's broader voter contact efforts by activating grasstops networks and mobilizing institutional support.
Track engagement, maintain stakeholder records, and ensure follow-up and relationship continuity
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3-5 years of professional experience in campaigns, advocacy, or coalition building roles. GA campaign experience is a plus
Strong political judgment and understanding of Georgia's political landscape and stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent the campaign in high-trust, public-facing, and culturally sensitive spaces
Proven ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with community leaders, local organizations, and institutional stakeholders
Ability to think strategically and translate campaign priorities into culturally relevant outreach plans
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
Comfort with fast-paced environments and the ability to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a broader political team and campaign team
Flexibility to attend events, meetings, and engagements on evenings and weekends as needed
Commitment to the campaign's mission and to advancing equity, access, and representation

Benefits:

Compensation and Location:

$10,000/monthly
You must have the ability to travel throughout the state as necessary
This position will come with benefits, including dental, vision and health insurance

Jon Ossoff for Senate is committed to diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to hiring and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to our mission. Jon Ossoff for Senate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, protected veterans, marital or familial status or responsibilities, parental status, domestic relationship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, criminal history status, genetic information, homeless status, matriculation, personal appearance, status as a victim or family member of victim of domestic violence, a sexual offense, or stalking, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

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