Electoral Justice Fellow
About the job
- Deep ties to and residence in Mississippi or Tennessee.
- Commitment to economic and social justice for working families.
- Willingness to learn and take initiative.
- Reliable access to a smartphone and computer with internet for virtual meetings and trainings.
- Comfort speaking with new people and facilitating group discussions.
- Prior experience in a role requiring a deep understanding of the nuance and complexities of local and state politics.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
- Complete a four-month electoral and advocacy training program focused on the electoral justice framework and the WFP Power building model.
- Complete a core curriculum of organizing training by attending and participating in virtual and in-person regional training sessions.
- Conduct one-on-one relational conversations with community, advocacy, and political leaders to build shared analysis and work toward collective electoral outcomes.
- Research and map local power structures and opportunities to connect issues affecting working families to upcoming election cycles.
- Recruit and bring together a local volunteer action team of 15–20 members aligned with and eager to be part of the WFP.
- Plan and facilitate regular, inclusive, participatory team meetings integrated into an action-oriented electoral plan.
- Support the team in democracy defense and priority WFP electoral campaigns.
- Host one or two community meetings for individuals interested in running for office or taking action to protect democracy.
- Manage the ANCHOR and election protection work.
- Plan and execute weekly phone bank and reach events for the Southeast Region.
- Plan and manage a local WFP canvass event, including paid opportunities where applicable.
- Represent WFP at an approved coalition table in the state, expanding WFP’s reach and complementary work in the ecosystem.
- Train and transition leadership of the volunteer team to a member-led committee.
- Document outcomes and celebrate the team’s wins.
- Graduate into the alumni network of electoral organizers.
- Some experience in volunteering, advocacy, labor, faith, student, or community groups.
- Personal or family experience with issues facing working-class communities, including wages, housing, healthcare, or education.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills relevant to the applicant’s community.
About the company
WFP (Working Families Party) is a political party in the United States that represents the multiracial working class. It works by organizing at state and local levels, building a network of members, unions, and community organizations to support and campaign for progressive candidates who align with its platform. The party operates through grassroots organizing, endorsements, and advocacy to advance its policy goals. Unlike traditional parties that rely mainly on top-down campaigns, WFP relies on its member dues and a bottom-up structure to recruit participants and build a political movement from the ground up. Its main goal is to reduce social, racial, and economic inequality by pushing for policies that help working people and create a more just economy and society.
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201-500
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- WFP launched a July 8, 2026 effort to recruit 1,000 Southern candidates.
- It spent roughly $3 million in CA-22 and still boosted Randy Villegas.
- Pennsylvania WFP endorsed 30 candidates and ballot measures, its largest 2026 slate.
What critics are saying
- Nebraska Democrats sued Nebraska's Working People Party on August 10, 2026, over confusion.
- Ballot-brand fights consume legal fees and attention while rivals exploit WFP's name.
- WFP's national expansion invites fragmentation; weak local chapters can stall 2028 growth.
What makes WFP unique
- WFP has party organizations in 18 states and cross-nominates candidates like Tina Kotek.
- Its PAC combines endorsements, field, fundraising, and independent expenditures into one machine.
- Anna Lefer became chief development officer on September 3, 2026, sharpening donor operations.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Professional Development Budget
- Hybrid Work Options
- Paid Vacation