Organizing Manager

Job Title

Organizing Manager

Status

Full-time

Location

Raleigh; hybrid/remote with statewide travel

Direct Reports

3-4

The Opportunity - About Equality North Carolina

Applications reopened, current applicants still being considered and do not need to reapply.

Position Overview

Equality NC is seeking an experienced and energetic professional who will lead our Civic Engagement Department to build and strengthen Equality NC’s civic engagement and political program. The Organizing Manager will work closely with the Executive Director to manage the Organizing Team and their ongoing tasks, goals and schedules.  

Major efforts include voter registration, independent expenditures on the Presidential and US Senate race, local candidates, and several statewide and local ballot initiatives. The Organizing Manager is responsible for coordinating these electoral programs and everyday day organizing work of the Organizing Team. The Organizing Manager implements Equality NC’s strategic goals and the Organizing Team’s political engagement to build sustainable power in historically marginalized communities. A strong candidate will have experience managing staff, developing political campaign strategies, and working with community based organizations. The Organizing Manager will work collaboratively with other staff, particularly the Equality NC Leadership Team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development of statewide political plan by working with the Organizing Team and state-based partners in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of voter engagement and political programs
• Manage and provide leadership for the Organizing Team, including effective supervision and development of staff
• Working with the Development Director, act as lead fundraiser for Organizing Team and manage the Organizing Budget
• Coordinate with other departments within the organization to ensure that the political program aligns with Equality NC’s broader strategy
• Represent Equality NC at key tables, coalitions, and meetings with allies and national partners
• Leverage relationships to support state partners’ political programs
• Alongside the Deputy Director, assist with recruitment and hiring of regional Organizers
• Create and implement a statewide volunteer program
• Partner with the Communications Team to externally project Equality NC’s political agenda and message

Qualifications/Experience

• A demonstrated commitment to social and racial justice issues and understanding of challenges facing immigrant communities, communities of color, and low-and moderate income families
• 2-3 years experience in electoral, civic engagement, or political campaigns, with some relevant connection to community, labor, or other non-candidate politics
• 1-2 years of management experience, with a minimum of 1 year supervising paid staff
• Possesses a strong political network and relationships with leaders within progressive landscape
• Experience working across departments or teams within an organization
• Experience managing large scale or statewide political or voter engagement campaigns
• Experience developing or managing candidate endorsement process
• Experience with technology  (Hustle, VAN, Text Through)
• Familiarity with political data, latest technologies, and best practices in the field
• Independent and strong leader who can drive project and programs to completion in fast paced environment
• Ability to work within a coalition of diverse organizations and partners
• Experience working in diverse communities and with grassroots organizations
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Results-focused and organized
• Initiative-taking – proven ability to work independently
• Willing to have a significant travel schedule in the state, with frequent meetings in Raleigh 

Work Environment

Thrive in an intense, do-it-yourself, start-up environment. Ability to work well both remotely and in person, within a cross-functional team environment and with diverse communities. 

Compensation and Benefits

• This is a mid-career role with a hiring salary of $60,000
• Equality NC pays 80% of employee Health and 100% dental, vision, long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 15 days of PTO with an increase at year one and again at year three; 16 paid holidays annually; end of year office closure
• Option to enroll in 403(b)plan upon hire, with employer match of 3% after 3 months

How to Apply

Equality NC is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community. BIPOC LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual orientations, gender expressions, and identities are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should send ONE PDF document with a letter of interest and resume to hr@equalitync.org. The position is open until filled and may close at any time.