The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Government Relations (GR) office is seeking a skilled professional to serve as our Grassroots Coordinator.  This position is responsible for supporting all aspects of JDRF's grassroots program. 

The responsibilities of the Grassroots Coordinator include:

--Assist with managing all advocate recruitment and mobilization programs.

--Plan and implement advocate training sessions.

--Manage the GR internship program, including the search process as well as the day-to-day management of the interns.

--Update and manage the GR database.  Provide support on data issues to advocates.

--Serve as primary day-to-day contact for GR volunteers.  Manage general information requests. 

--Provide general assistance with legislative duties which include, but are not limited to, attending hearings and research.

Two years of grassroots advocacy experience is preferred.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  If you'd like to join our team, please send your resume and cover letter, which must include salary requirements, to bbarnett@jdrf.org.

Please make sure that you put the reference code GC in the subject line.

Only those candidates who meet our qualifications will be contacted, EOE.

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SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 7/8/08