Community Engagement Associate - Empower

Company Overview:

Empower is a fast-growing, 20+ person, profitable startup that is on a mission to transform the gig economy, so that hard-working drivers can earn a sustainable living. We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, energetic, responsible, and detail-oriented Community Engagement Associate. If you want to be a member of a team that is disrupting Uber and cares about making a difference for gig economy workers, then we’d love to chat. This role is in-person only.

Role Overview:

As a Community Engagement Associate you will be responsible for helping to manage grassroot campaigns and events. You will be tasked with creating copy, reaching out to stakeholders, generating buy-in, organizing, managing, and executing events. This is an in-person role and will include a mix of marketing and field work. You will work closely with Empower’s CEO and senior leadership. We’re looking for a team player who is looking to make an immediate impact at a high-growth disruptive startup.

Detailed Responsibilities:

• Mobilize drivers and consumers for rallies and events

• Help lead event planning and grassroots organizing 

• Track local hearings, politicians, and events related to the DC City Council and Mayor

• Assist with marketing initiatives and generating press 

• Create and share engaging issue focused social media content

• Build and grow online communities 

Candidate Requirements:

• 1-4 years of grassroots organizing, political campaign field work, or experience working for an elected official 

• Strong copywriting skills

• Able to manage multiple projects at once

• Comfortable dealing with press 

• Highly organized with a bias for action

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced startup environment

• Ability to display the utmost level of professionalism

What Do We Offer?

• Competitive Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 base salary + equity + performance based bonus + benefits 

• Being part of a great team to better the lives of gig workers 

• Access to C-Suite and other senior team members across all departments

• No dull or unchallenging days

• Unlimited growth potential

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to