Director of Community Organizing & Power Building

The Direct Action & Research Training (DART) Center; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Flexible scheduling

Healthcare reimbursement

Parental leave

Mileage reimbursement

Relocation assistance

On-the-job training

Job summary

Roanoke Justice Ministry, part of The Direct Action & Research Training Center (DART), seeks a Director of Organizing to unite diverse faith communities and lead local campaigns that address root causes of community problems in the Roanoke Valley.

You will train leaders, build community engagement, drive campaigns, fundraise from local sources, and oversee organizational development and finances while coordinating with the Board and staff.

Qualifications

• Core passion to win on local justice campaigns.
• Excellent relationship-building skills.
• Enthusiasm for working with diverse faith communities.
• At least three years of professional experience in community organizing, advocacy, congregational or non-profit leadership.
• Experience leading teams of people.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a car.
• Ability to travel for training events throughout the year.
• This role is based in Roanoke. We are currently considering candidates that are based in the Roanoke Valley, or are willing to relocate for this position.

Responsibilities

• Building engagement in the community.
• Drive forward campaigns on community problems.
• Fundraising from local sources.
• Organizational development & management.

Skills

Relationship-building

Leadership

Diversity engagement

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Job description

Roanoke Justice Ministry, part of The Direct Action & Research Training Center (DART), seeks a Director of Organizing to unite diverse faith communities and lead local campaigns that address root causes of community problems in the Roanoke Valley.

You will train leaders, build community engagement, drive campaigns, fundraise from local sources, and oversee organizational development and finances while coordinating with the Board and staff.