Advocacy Specialist - League of Southeastern Credit Unions

The League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates (LSCU & Affiliates) is looking to hire a full-time Advocacy Specialist for the Advocacy Team. Do you possess strong public speaking skills and enjoy engaging with others? Are you comfortable asking for fundraising contributions? If you excel in prioritization and multitasking, demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail, and have outstanding interpersonal, written, and communication skills, then this position is an excellent fit for you.

The LSCU & Affiliates represents nearly 300 credit unions and provides advocacy and regulatory information; education and training; cooperative initiatives; media relations, and business solutions to support its member credit unions in fulfilling their mission of 'People Helping People.' Our employees enjoy exceptional benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, flex-spending account, paid time off, volunteer time off, a 401(k)-plan including company matching, 14 paid holidays, professional development dollars, and tuition reimbursement. For the past two years, we were honored to be named one of Alabama's Best Companies to work for by the Best Companies Group and an "Employer of Choice" in Florida and Georgia in 2023. At LSCU & Affiliates, our culture, work-life balance, team member engagement, values, and our continuous mission to support credit unions are our top priorities.

The Advocacy Specialist plays a crucial role in driving the political strategies of LSCU's three state and federal Political Action Committees (PACs), while organizing grassroots advocacy events. This position involves close collaboration with the Advocacy team to enhance the credit union movement by assisting both state and federal lobbyists with legislative efforts across Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Key responsibilities include delivering presentations to credit unions that emphasize legislative priorities, the importance of PAC contributions, and the impact of electing key decision-makers.

As the Advocacy Specialist, you will promote fundraising initiatives for PACs and other advocacy events that connect credit unions with lawmakers. Acting as a liaison between the Advocacy and Communication Team, you will ensure timely updates on legislative content, policy briefs, and fact sheets. Additionally, maintaining a grassroots database is essential for coordinating strategic campaigns and mobilizing calls to action.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, political science, or related field.
• At least three (3) years of related experience in fundraising/communications/public relations/or related fields.
• Experience developing, implementing, and managing projects independently and within a team.
• Broad knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook, as well as Adobe products.

Work Schedule:

In the role of Advocacy Specialist, the standard work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional commitments during evenings and weekends. Travel is required across the LSCU footprint with equal time spent in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, requiring arrangements that may include both airline and car transportation. Overnight travel is frequent. A valid driver's license is mandatory.

How To Apply:

If this job is what you are looking for, please take the next step and fill out our online application. This entire application process should take you less than five minutes to complete. Once you complete your application you will receive a link to complete a short assessment. Both are required to move forward in the process.

Here at LSCU & Affiliates, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer offering a team member-centric culture, competitive salaries, and exceptional benefits.