Application Guide

How to Apply for National Deputy Director for Districts

at Battleground Alliance

🏢 About Battleground Alliance

Battleground Alliance is unique as a multi-entity campaign focused specifically on strengthening democratic institutions and civic engagement in competitive political environments, not just general advocacy. They emphasize coalition-building and grassroots organizing, making this role ideal for someone passionate about strategic, district-level impact in battleground areas.

About This Role

As National Deputy Director for Districts, you'll be the critical link between national strategy and district execution, managing Regional Field Deputies across priority districts while monitoring performance against goals. This role directly impacts the effectiveness of field programs in competitive environments by ensuring consistent implementation and developing corrective action plans.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing field reports from Regional Field Deputies across priority districts, analyzing performance data against goals, and developing guidance or corrective plans. You'll likely participate in strategy sessions with the National Field Director, provide coaching to regional managers, and ensure consistent implementation of national field programs while addressing district-specific challenges.

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🎯 Who Battleground Alliance Is Looking For

  • Has 7-10 years in political campaigns with specific senior field leadership experience (Regional Field Director, Deputy Field Director, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrates proven ability to manage large teams with expertise in voter contact programs, persuasion, turnout, and field organizing models
  • Is proficient with voter file systems like NGP VAN and field reporting structures, with experience translating data into actionable plans
  • Can serve as an effective liaison between district teams and national leadership while providing ongoing guidance and professional development

📝 Tips for Applying to Battleground Alliance

1

Quantify your experience managing field teams in competitive districts—specify how many Regional Field Deputies or similar roles you've supervised

2

Highlight specific experience with NGP VAN and field reporting systems, mentioning any metrics you've tracked or improved

3

Demonstrate understanding of Battleground Alliance's multi-entity approach by referencing how you've worked across different campaign entities

4

Showcase examples where you identified performance gaps in district-level programs and developed successful corrective action plans

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize coalition-building and grassroots organizing experience relevant to competitive political environments

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience managing field teams in competitive districts and how it prepares you for overseeing Regional Field Deputies', 'Specific examples of developing or refining national field program strategy in collaboration with senior leadership', "How you've used voter file systems and field reporting to monitor performance and drive improvements", 'Your approach to serving as a liaison between district teams and national leadership to ensure consistent program implementation']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Battleground Alliance's specific focus areas and recent campaigns in competitive districts
  • → Their multi-entity structure and how different components work together
  • → Current political landscape in US battleground districts and key issues
  • → Their public statements or materials about coalition-building and grassroots organizing approaches

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you identified a significant gap in district-level performance and the corrective action plan you implemented
2 How would you balance providing guidance to Regional Field Deputies while ensuring they have autonomy in their districts?
3 What metrics would you prioritize when monitoring district-level performance against program goals?
4 How have you used NGP VAN or similar systems to improve field organizing effectiveness?
5 How would you approach building coalitions and supporting grassroots organizing in competitive political environments?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only generic campaign experience without specific senior field leadership roles mentioned in requirements
  • Failing to demonstrate proficiency with voter file systems like NGP VAN in your application materials
  • Presenting as purely tactical without showing strategic thinking about national program development and refinement

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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