The Silicon Valley Chinese Association Foundation (SVCAF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering civic engagement, particularly within Chinese American communities. We believe in leveraging technology to bridge the gap between citizens and legislative processes.

We are excited to launch AI4Legislation: AI for Civic Awareness and Action, an open competition inviting innovators to develop and submit open-source, public domain AI-based tools that simplify and enhance public understanding of and engagement with legislation in the USA. This project has the potential to make a real impact on civic awareness and participation nationwide.

Project Overview:

AI4Legislation aims to solicit and award prizes for publicly accessible AI tools that address key areas of civic engagement with legislation. The competition will focus on categories such as:

• Legislative Tracking: Tools to monitor bill progress and amendments.
• Bill Analysis: AI to simplify and explain legislative text (summaries, pros/cons, impact).
• Taking Action: Tools for public influence, advocacy, and compliance monitoring of existing laws, including ensuring that government spending aligns with legislative budgets.
• Others: Other innovative solutions related to legislative education and awareness.

The target audience for submissions includes individuals and teams across the USA, especially encouraging youth participation. Winning solutions will be open-source and publicly available, benefiting communities across the nation.

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Manager to lead and execute this exciting competition from planning to completion.

Responsibilities:

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of the AI4Legislation competition, including:

• Phase 1: Planning and Fundraising (March-April, tentative timeline):
  • Develop a detailed project plan with timelines, milestones, and budget.
  • Develop and execute a fundraising strategy to secure additional donations beyond initial SVCAF funding.
  • Identify and cultivate relationships with potential volunteers, donors and sponsors.
• Phase 2: Marketing, Outreach, and Submission Phase (May-July, tentative):
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and outreach plan to attract participants (technologists, civic leaders, public, youth).
  • Manage social media and online presence for the competition.
  • Conduct outreach to relevant communities, organizations, and educational institutions.
• Phase 3: Judging, Awards, and Post-Competition Showcase (Aug-Sept, tentative):
  • Recruit and manage a panel of judges with relevant expertise.
  • Organize and execute the awards process and prize distribution.
  • Plan and potentially organize a post-competition showcase event (online) to highlight winning projects.
• Overall Project Management:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for the project.
  • Manage project communication and updates with SVCAF and stakeholders.
  • Recruit and manage volunteers, track project progress against timelines and budget.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager (3+ years preferred).
• Experience managing projects from inception to completion, including coordinating volunteers.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, taking ownership of the project.
• Experience with online project management tools and communication platforms.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment.
• Passion for civic engagement and technology for social good.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with non-profit organizations or civic tech projects.
• Experience with fundraising and donor relations.
• Marketing and outreach experience, particularly in the technology or civic space.
• Familiarity with AI and open-source principles.
• Experience organizing competitions, events, or online challenges.
• Knowledge of US legislative processes (basic understanding is helpful).

Compensation and Incentives:

• Managerial Budget: The managerial budget is flexible and will be determined based on experience and the proposed scope. 
• Performance Bonus (Optional): To recognize exceptional fundraising efforts, we are open to discussing a performance-based milestone bonus structure, contingent upon meeting agreed-upon fundraising goals in alignment with non-profit best practices.
• Additional Context: Beyond the managerial budget, SVCAF has allocated a $10,000 Donation Matching Fund. All matched funds and additional fundraising contributions will be dedicated to expanding the prize pool, covering project expenses such as platform costs, outreach, and volunteer engagement.

To Apply:

Please submit your proposal to info@svcaf.org , including:

• A cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this project. Specifically, highlight your experience in project management, fundraising (if applicable), and any relevant experience with similar projects or organizations.
• Your resume or portfolio showcasing your project management skills and experience.
• Your proposed approach to managing the AI4Legislation project, including how you would approach planning, fundraising, marketing, and competition execution.
• Your overall compensation expectation.
• If you are interested in a performance-based bonus, please briefly outline your thoughts on a potential structure.

We are eager to find a dedicated and passionate Project Manager to help us make AI4Legislation a success! We will review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Thank you for your interest!

Silicon Valley Chinese Association Foundation (SVCAF)