Western New York Consultant

<p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:13px;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Local Progress and the Local Progress Impact Lab</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;"> are seeking to engage a Western New York Consultant. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.2;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">About Local Progress and Local Progress Impact Lab</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.2;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 15pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Local Progress</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;"> and the </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Local Progress Impact Lab</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;"> work collectively to advance a racial and economic justice agenda through all levels of government. Local Progress (LP) is a movement of nearly 1,800 local elected officials advancing a racial and economic justice agenda through all levels of local government. The Local Progress Impact Lab (the Impact Lab) brings together local leaders, partners, and experts to build the knowledge, skills, and leadership needed to advance racial and economic justice at the local level.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Western New York Consulting Project Overview:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Consultant will be a contracted position who will work closely with the New York Chapter Manager to create an organizing plan for Western New York (Fingerlakes, Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester) to grow the leadership and organizing capacity of local elected officials in the area. This temporary contract position will require establishing and strengthening membership, cultivating relationships and buy-in from key organizational partners, creating a leadership development strategy, and identifying issue alignment for NY-specific campaigns to participate in LP's broader New York chapter.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Western New York Consultant will report to the NY Chapter Manager.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Consultant’s Scope of Work </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Western New York Consultant will provide support to Local Progress in its work to grow and expand its Western NY Organizing Strategy.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Work closely with the LP NY State Chapter Manager and other relevant Local Progress staff on key issue areas in Western NY region. This will include regularly scheduled meetings to strategize, provide updates and ensure deliverables are being met. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Research, identify and conduct outreach to values aligned local elected officials in Western New York to expand Local Progress New York chapter membership and engagement.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Identify opportunities to deepen relationships with existing members and cultivate new member leaders.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Support the development and deepening of strategic relationships with regional advocacy organizations, labor partners, community-based organizations, and other stakeholders aligned with Local Progress values and priorities.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Conduct one-on-one conversations and host in-person and/or virtual listening sessions with local elected officials and partners to identify key issue priorities, challenges, and opportunities for deeper engagement.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Produce an assessment of key resources and tools needed to further develop the leadership and organizing capacity of local electeds in Western NY.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Collect and develop recruitment materials, including sign-on letters and other engagement tools, that help bring members into campaigns and coalitions advancing racial, immigrant, and economic justice; reproductive healthcare; and climate and worker justice, among other issue priorities across the LP network.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Produce a final report that synthesizes lessons learned, assesses the regional and local political landscape, identifies potential partner organizations and prospective members, outlines a process for transferring relationships with key contacts (including local elected officials and organizers), and provides recommendations to strengthen local elected capacity and support sustainable regional growth</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><h3 style="line-height:1.3800000000000001;margin-top:19px;margin-bottom:5px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Statewide Meeting Planning and Logistics</span></span></span></span></span></span></h3><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Support recruitment and outreach efforts for the New York Statewide Strategy Meeting, including targeted outreach to prospective attendees in Western NY region.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Support pre- and post-event communications with attendees and prospective members.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.3800000000000001;background-color:#ffffff;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Required Qualifications:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">3-4 years of relevant experience, including demonstrated experience working with local elected officials and movement partners in New York State, and across Western & Fingerlakes region.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Experienced project manager who can balance multiple projects at once and and meet deadlines</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Strong communicator and problem solver</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to set up work plans oriented towards concrete goals, anticipate obstacles and identify ways to navigate challenges, identify and involve stakeholders appropriately, and drive projects independently</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Strong communication, relationship building and facilitation skills</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Experienced  relational organizer  with an ability to relate to a diverse group of people from a variety of local contexts and backgrounds</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">A commitment to inside/outside strategy and movement governance that features deep partnership between “outside” organizing and “inside” elected officials. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">A demonstrated commitment to social, racial, and economic justice and a deep interest in local policy, politics, and government</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Ability to travel occasionally in the region when conditions allow and as needed throughout the state</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:13px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Ideal Person will Have:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Experience working with local elected officials, government, advocacy organizations, or issue-based campaigns.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Familiarity with the political and civic landscape of Western New York.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:13px;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Budget and Timeline:</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.656;background-color:#ffffff;padding:10pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">We encourage consultants  to submit their proposals by July 1, 2026. The anticipated start date for this contract is August 1, 2026 to last through December 31, 2026. We expect the consultant to contribute 10 to 15 hours per week to fulfilling our scope of work. The budget for this contract is up to $25,000. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.44;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:italic;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">How to Apply</span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">: </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.44;background-color:#ffffff;padding:0pt 0pt 12pt 0pt;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Please submit a proposal by </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">July 10, 2026 </span></span></span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">that includes a 1) cover letter, 2) resume, and 3) work product examples such as a base-building plan or state Advocacy Day plan. Please submit all documents in your proposal (including resume and work samples) through the JazzHR portal as an attachment in a single PDF. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.3800000000000001;"><span style="font-size:11pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:'Proxima Nova', sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:italic;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Local Progress is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and actively recruits people of color, womxn, individuals with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQAA+ community.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

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