Political Director, Campaigns Job at Action for the Climate Emergency, Washington DC

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  • Action for the Climate Emergency
  • Washington DC

Job Description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Action for the Climate Emergency provided pay range This range is provided by Action for the Climate Emergency. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr Location: Remote (U.S.-based), with a preference for Washington, DC. Regular virtual meetings and occasional travel are required. Overview The climate emergency is the defining challenge of our time, demanding an urgent and transformative response. The window for small, incremental action has closed; the moment for bold, emergency-level action is now. Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE) is a mission-driven nonprofit dedicated to addressing the climate emergency by advancing climate education, advocacy, civic engagement, and electoral strategies. ACE operates at the intersection of clean energy advocacy, strategic media, and civic participation to accelerate global decarbonization. We empower communities—particularly young voters—to take action in key states and at the federal level. Through our 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and Super PAC entities, we execute strategic campaigns to accelerate the transition to a clean energy economy and hold decision-makers accountable. Our programs engage tens of millions of people annually, mobilizing audiences that traditional climate efforts often overlook. ACE’s dynamic and diverse team thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. They are united by a shared commitment to addressing the climate crisis. As we expand to meet this critical moment, we seek talented individuals eager to make an impact. Job Summary We seek a seasoned Political Director to be a key leader in developing and executing our electoral, advocacy, and civic engagement strategies. This role will lead efforts to build and implement a high-impact political program that includes candidate engagement, issue advocacy, voter mobilization, and coalition-building. The Political Director will play a critical role in shaping and executing electoral strategies across our seven key states, ensuring that climate champions are elected and climate policies are prioritized at every level of government. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and coalition builder with at least 7 years of experience leading large-scale political campaigns. They should be well-versed in electoral strategy, issue advocacy, political data, and field organizing, with a deep understanding of how to leverage nonprofit structures to advance climate policy and clean energy goals. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement multi-state electoral strategies to elect climate champions and advance clean energy policies. Oversee independent expenditure campaigns, candidate engagement, and voter mobilization efforts in alignment with our advocacy goals. Work across the organization’s 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4) and Super PAC entities to maximize impact while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical guidelines. Lead the organization’s electoral targeting and voter outreach strategy, ensuring alignment with demographic and geographic priorities. Develop and execute strategic advocacy campaigns to drive climate action at the local, state, and federal levels. Expand the organization’s civic engagement initiatives, including voter education, voter registration, and turnout programs emphasizing young and historically underrepresented voters. Build and strengthen partnerships with allied organizations, elected officials, labor unions, environmental groups, and community leaders. Oversee field programs, including paid canvassing, relational organizing, volunteer mobilization, and digital engagement efforts. Lead a team of organizers, consultants, and volunteers to execute high-impact voter contact programs, including door-to-door, phone banking, text messaging, and digital outreach. Analyze data to assess program effectiveness, inform strategy, and refine voter outreach and engagement tactics. Manage political and organizing staff, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Collaborate with the Executive Director and senior leadership to set organizational priorities and ensure programmatic success. Work with the development team to secure funding for political and advocacy programs, including grant writing and donor engagement. Ensure compliance with campaign finance laws and nonprofit regulations across different organizational entities. Other duties as assigned. Senioritiy level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Public Relations, Management, and Strategy/Planning Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Action for the Climate Emergency by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr Action for the Climate Emergency

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