Democratic Governors Association (DGA)

political

ResearchAssociate

$70k+ Washington, District of Columbia, United States Full -Time
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The Brief

“Research Associate at Democratic Governors Association (DGA). Skills: political research, writing, research document construction. draft pieces of paid media backups and pitch docs. learning research document construction”

What You'll Achieve.

maintaining consistent formatting

Industry & Context.

political
Eligibility Requirements

required to work from the office 3 days a week

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

1 cycle of political research experience

Nice to Have

training on other research tools

What You'll Do.

draft pieces of paid media backups and pitch docs

learning research document construction

learning the elements of an opposition research hit

working towards maintaining consistent formatting

accomplish translations

Full Job Description

## Description The Democratic Governors Association (DGA), the campaign committee responsible for electing and supporting Democratic governors, is seeking a Research Associate through the end of 2026.   The salary for the Research Associate position is $70,000 annually before benefits and applicable withholdings. Candidates who are comfortable handling the following responsibilities and have the appropriate skillset at an entry level are encouraged to apply. ## Research Associate Responsibilities and Qualifications 1 cycle of political research experience The Research Associate can demonstrate proficiency on a writing test at research bullets and has some experience with Nexis or other research tools, but may require training on others. The Research Associate can, with editing and oversight, draft pieces of paid media backups and pitch docs. The Research Associate is learning research document construction and the elements of an opposition research hit. The Research Associate is working towards maintaining consistent formatting. The Research Associate may be occasionally asked to accomplish translations, if their skillset applies. ## Additional Information Diversity Practices   The DGA is committed to ensuring equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status. The DGA strongly encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.   Closing   The DGA offices are based in downtown Washington, DC. The DGA is currently in a hybrid work schedule and this position is required to work from the office 3 days a week. The DGA will work with potential candidates to schedule remote interviews.   This position comes with 100% employer-paid health care (including dental and vision) for employee + spouse/partner + dependents, up to 4% 401(k) matching program, employer paid phone bill and other employee benefits.

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