ASSOCIATE PROGRAM APPLICATION
Please type your responses or print clearly.
Due January 31, 2016
Name:
Address:
City:
State
Phone Number:
E-mail:
Zip:
Please rank your preference (1-3) for working in each of the following positions (1 = first preference):
The Communications Associate engages and activates our network through writing and the
creation of multi-media content. This Associate uses a variety of media and our digital
platforms to effectively communicate NETWORK’s message to the press, our members, and
our activists.
The Government Relations Associate takes on specific federal-level issues, learns about
them in depth, conducts research, and creates materials for NETWORK's lobby work. In
addition, this Associate attends and conducts lobby visits on the Hill and participates in
coalition meetings.
The Grassroots Mobilization Associate cultivates relationships with individuals,
communities, and organizations across the country to mobilize our network for political
action. This Associate develops workshops and educational materials to help the public
understand federal policies, the intersection of faith and politics, and effective lobby
strategies
See www.networklobby.org/associate-positions for more information about these three positions
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Please respond to the following questions:
1. Please indicate if you have personal, volunteer, or previous work experience with any
of NETWORK’s issue work.
Minimum Wage/Unemployment:
Housing Policy/Homelessness:
Safety Net Programs:
Federal Budget:
Immigration:
Healthcare:
Housing:
Food Security:
Anti-Discrimination:
Climate Change:
Trade:
Other:
2. Do you have any previous experience with NETWORK? How did you come to know about
the Associate Program? (200 word maximum)
3. Why are you interested in this program? What do you hope to gain from this experience?
(250 word maximum)
4. What skills, gifts, and talents would you bring to this experience? (250 word maximum)
5. Describe how your life experiences, as well as your involvement in service, advocacy, or
political activities, motivate you to work for social justice, specifically in a faith community
context. (400-700 words)
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Need to
Learn
Fair
Good
Excellent
Please indicate which skills and experience you can contribute and at what level:
Writing and research skills:
Taking and transmitting detailed meeting notes
Authoring clear and compelling reports, articles, or informational pieces for specific
audiences (i.e. congressional staffers, student groups, coalition partners, etc.)
Researching, analyzing and synthesizing facts, figures, and policy analyses
Subject knowledge:
American Government
Economics
Communications
Politics/Public Policy
Theology
Teaching/Curricula Development
Interpersonal communication skills:
Relating with the general public, grassroots groups and professionals—on the phone and in
person
Presenting information and positions to people who may or may not be like-minded
Hearing diverse perspectives without rushing to judgment
Public speaking
Foreign language skills (please indicate which language and your proficiency level)
Life experiences:
Living/working/volunteering in multi-ethnic or cross-cultural settings
Participating in or leading activities aimed at addressing racism, sexism, or other forms of
oppression
Working with elected officials in Washington D.C.
Working with elected officials on the state or local level
Working with an advocacy or lobby organization
Working in an office setting
Computer skills (please list those you have used where applicable):
Word Processor
Desktop Publisher
Spreadsheets
Graphic & Design Software
Database
Web Design/Site Maintenance
Social Media Campaigns
Photography
Video production
Publication Layout/design/editing
Developing online education (webinars, etc.)
Do you have other skills we should know about? Please list:
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List two professional references, at least one from work or volunteer activities:
Name:
Name:
Relationship to you:
Relationship to you:
Phone:
Phone:
Email:
Email:
I understand that the Associate Program is from the end of August through July, compensated by a
learning experience, a $15,000 stipend, housing stipend, health care benefit, and a transportation
benefit.
Details about the Associate Program can be found at http://www.networklobby.org/associates
Signature:
Date of Application:
Please email this completed application, along with your resume in the same email to:
associateprogram@networklobby.org with the subject line: “Application: Last name, First name”
Application is due January 31, 2016
Please email with any questions or concerns. No phone calls please
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