Managing Director, Campaigns

About the Company

Prominent environmental action & advocacy organization

Industry Public Policy

Type Non Profit

Founded 1970

Employees 501-1000

Categories

Renewables & Environment Charitable Organizations & Foundations Organizations Agriculture Aquaculture Environmental Consulting Environmental Engineering National Security Non Profit

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Managing Director for Campaigns to lead the strategic development and implementation of cross-departmental federal and regional campaigns, with a primary focus on climate-related issues. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the organization achieves its policy priorities on climate, environmental health, and nature at both the federal and state levels. This role involves managing a team of campaign staff, providing strategic direction, and overseeing the execution of advocacy tactics to influence policymakers. The Managing Director will also be a key partner in planning and executing advocacy campaigns, building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners, and managing a discretionary budget. The position requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in electoral politics or advocacy campaigns, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and a proven track record of cross-functional leadership.

Applicants for the Managing Director position at the company should possess excellent communication, advocacy, and social skills, as well as a strong professional network across political and advocacy organizations. The role demands an adept project manager who can handle multiple priorities and is committed to the mission and values of the organization. The ideal candidate will have a reputation for consistently achieving goals, be able to handle complex discussions with diplomacy, and have the ability to travel and work from the office as needed. A growth mindset, coupled with methodical planning and patient discipline, is essential. The company is an equal-opportunity employer and is particularly interested in candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Hiring Manager Title Chief Policy Advocacy Officer

Travel Percent 20%

Functions

General Management Business Development Strategy