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Regional Advocacy Manager
Category: Community Engagement and Organizing
Regional Advocacy Manager
Overview
The Regional Advocacy Manager coordinates and supports Rail Passengers’ network of
advocates in a defined geographic area, serving as the link between national leadership
and local advocates.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee a cohort of regional advocates (Routes Spokespersons, Certified
Advocates).
Provide coaching, resources, and policy updates to volunteers.
Ensure local advocacy aligns with national strategy.
Report regional progress and needs to the VP of Government Affairs.
Qualifications
Prior advocacy or organizing experience preferred.
Strong communication and mentoring skills.
Familiarity with passenger rail issues at the state and local level.
Time Commitment
~6–10 hours per month.
Volunteer Benefits
Leadership role in grassroots advocacy.
Connection to national and regional policy discussions.
Opportunity to develop management and mentoring skills.
Professional experience and references.
Should be a Rail Passengers member or prepared to join Rail Passengers to participate. To
apply, send a resume, clips/links and a cover letter by email to [email protected].
"We would not be in the position we’re in if it weren’t for the advocacy of so many of you, over a long period of time, who have believed in passenger rail, and believe that passenger rail should really be a part of America’s intermodal transportation system."
Secretary Ray LaHood, U.S. Department of Transportation
2011 Spring Council Meeting