Campaign Director, Austria

Campaign Director, Austria 📍 Location: Austria, or near the Austrian border ⏳ Work Type: Remote, Full-time, flexible hours Are you ready to lead national campaigns that defend life, protect the family, and safeguard fundamental freedoms in Austria? CitizenGO is seeking a bold and strategic Campaign Director to lead our work in Austria. This is your opportunity to run high-impact national and global campaigns, mobilize thousands of citizens, and ensure that the voices of our supporters translate into real cultural and political change. As Campaign Director, you will be at the heart of one of the most innovative and fast-growing advocacy movements in the world. You will not just write petitions. You will shape public debate, influence decision-makers, and represent CitizenGO in your country. About the Role Campaign Directors are at the core of CitizenGO’s advocacy work. In Austria, you will take full ownership of your designated list, running national and global online campaigns that are read by millions of people each week. You will track political and cultural developments, craft powerful campaign communications, and mobilize supporters to take action. You will also prepare or translate campaign messages from English, ensuring they resonate deeply within the Austrian context. Beyond online campaigns, you will help organize offline actions such as petition deliveries and public stunts, build coalitions with like-minded organizations, and engage in legislative and electoral processes to highlight and defend our values. In summary, you will serve as the public representative of CitizenGO in Austria. This role reports to the Manager of Global Campaigns and offers a flexible schedule, provided all responsibilities are fulfilled on time and with excellence. Why Join CitizenGO? At CitizenGO, you will be part of a dynamic, mission-driven team committed to creating real change. Here are the top 10 reasons why working with us is a unique and rewarding experience: Make an Impact: Your work will directly contribute to defending life, family, and freedom on a global scale. We’re Winning : You will join a successful team! Our campaigning works, and we’re changing politics and policies across the world. Check out some of our recent victories here . Bold Tactics : From petitions to street rallies, we employ bold, effective strategies to win. Independent Strategy : Our actions are driven by our members, not large funders, ensuring we prioritize what’s best for the world. Fearless in the Face of Opposition : We thrive in challenging environments, fearlessly facing off against powerful adversaries without backing down. Inspiring Teammates : You will work alongside helpful, kind, motivated, and talented individuals who share your values. Remote Flexibility : You will enjoy the freedom to work from anywhere, eliminating commutes and allowing you the flexibility to travel and live on your terms. Flexible Hours : You will benefit from adaptable work hours, ensuring you can be there for others and manage your day as you see fit. Connected Community : Though fully remote, our team fosters a strong sense of camaraderie. Results-Focused Culture : We prioritize efficiency and impact, ensuring a balanced work-life dynamic. See our culture page for more! What You'll Do You will research, conceive, develop, and run campaigns on a range of national and global issues, helping to channel our members' time and donations in the most effective ways possible. You will monitor local and global events to identify opportunities for strong and timely campaigns. You will consult with experts and support the development of a strong strategy, policy, and messaging. You will draft, proofread, and edit campaign emails and other marketing communications. You will draft, proofread, and edit prompts to be used with Artificial Intelligence to generate and enhance emails, communications, and other written materials. You will look for and identify relevant, issue-specific supporting materials from the press, NGOs, and other credible sources. You will send emails to CitizenGO’s supporters in your country to inform them about new campaigns and the results of ongoing efforts. You will propose offline actions, from ad buys to public petition deliveries and other campaign-related initiatives. You will coordinate materials in your country's language, including briefings to the Campaigns team, press releases, and research documents. You will engage in public speaking and media activities when needed. You will establish and strengthen connections with influencers, journalists, and activists on social media to enhance the reach of our campaigns. You will translate CitizenGO’s global campaigns and emails from English into your country’s language, if applicable. You will manage correspondence and consultation processes with members, including polling and feedback initiatives. You will help shape the overall strategic direction of the organization and, when needed, support additional tasks such as recruitment, team building, management, and special projects. You will establish coalitions with like-minded organizations to strengthen the mobilization and confrontational politics central to CitizenGO’s model. You will propose, assist, and advise Media Campaigners on offline events and campaign-related performances, attending events and taking ownership of offline actions when necessary for logistical reasons. You will review, manage, and support petitions published by members on the CitizenGO Petitions website. You will monitor the CitizenGO website for functionality and language accuracy, including typos and grammatical errors. You will train and support your Campaign Associate, if applicable, organize the strategy for your list, and collaborate to enhance growth, engagement, and brand visibility. Who you are You are based in Austria (or near the Austrian border) and speak German as a first language. You have the availability to travel for offlines (on-site events) once a month. You have at least a B2-level proficiency in English. (Duolingo English Test required for non-natives, minimum score of 100). Spanish and other languages are a plus. You are comfortable using Artificial Intelligence in your day-to-day work and continuously look for opportunities to build, test, and document more effective AI-powered workflows. You have enthusiasm for and broad experience with software tools, along with proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new ones. You possess strong strategic, creative, and innovative thinking skills, with the ability to analyze socio-political scenarios, develop complex ideas, and communicate them clearly. You have a solid understanding of how civic advocacy, citizen mobilization, and grassroots campaigning function. You are passionate about and deeply committed to defending life, family, and freedom. You demonstrate high professionalism, self-motivation, efficiency, and results-oriented delivery, even on short timelines. You have strong teamwork skills and are comfortable in a highly collaborative team culture within a hierarchical team structure. You possess strong project and staff management skills. You are able to adjust quickly to changing conditions and requirements. You are willing and able to work autonomously on a variety of tasks and projects, prioritizing them efficiently. You are proactive, take the initiative to get the job done, and contribute valuable projects and proposals that enrich the entire organization. You have strong user-level computer skills; experience with Google Workspace is preferred, and proficiency in CRMs and project management tools is an asset. You have a flexible schedule and are able to work under tight deadlines, including availability for evening and weekend work and occasional travel as needed. You have previous experience in copywriting and producing marketing content, which is considered an asset. You have proficiency in using Artificial Intelligence tools to generate emails, communications, and other written materials, which is considered an asset. Benefits Work from anywhere – Enjoy the flexibility of remote work. Flexible hours – Manage your own schedule. 24 vacation days per year plus local public holidays. Tuition reimbursement – Up to €500 per year for professional development. Language courses – Monthly allowance for English or Spanish iTalki lessons ($120 monthly). One free book per month – Up to €30 each. Home office setup allowance – €500 every two years to optimize your workspace. Coworking membership support – Up to €200 per month. Access to cutting-edge AI tools – Access advanced Artificial Intelligence resources to support your day-to-day work. Annual retreats and networking events – Team meetups, retreats, and networking events throughout the year. How to Apply Click the Apply for this job button, fill out the application, and include your resume. S uccessful candidates will proceed through the following steps: First interview with PeopleOps. Second interview with the Manager of Global Campaigns. Professional Reference Check. Paid Campaign drafting task to assess copywriting skills. Third interview with the Director of Global Campaigns. Duolingo English Test. Offer extended to the final candidate. Recruitment Process Timeline The hiring process typically takes 2 to 8 weeks from the first interview to the final decision. Timelines may vary depending on holidays, the number of candidates, and the level and complexity of the role. For information about our privacy practices in the recruitment process, please visit our Recruitment Privacy Policy page. Start Making an Impact Today! Apply Now!