Head of Community Organizing

Job Post; Virginia; 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

Comprehensive training

Job summary

The DART Center in Roanoke, VA seeks a Director of Organizing to guide Roanoke Justice Ministry, secure community engagement, and oversee staff and campaigns. You will work with faith leaders to mobilize action on root causes of local injustice and build power in the Roanoke Valley.

Responsibilities include directing staff, fundraising locally, training leaders, and coordinating with the board to shape strategic direction. Travel and relocation support are available for the right candidate.

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.
• Train grassroots faith leaders how to engage others in the fight for justice & recruit new leaders and congregations into the organization.
• Drive forward campaigns on community problems.
• Train grassroots leaders to identify community problems, conduct research, and develop action plans for issue campaigns.
• Organize public actions of over 1,000 people.
• Fundraising from local sources.
• Coordinate an annual 6-8 week fundraising drive with grassroots leaders who fundraise from individuals, small businesses, and major corporations in the community.
• Ensure that dues from member congregations are collected.
• Organizational development & management.
• Work with the organization’s Board of Directors to map out the strategic direction and development of the organization.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate future Associate Organizers.
• Ensure that the organization’s finances are in order. This includes maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring that all foundation proposals and reports are submitted in a timely fashion.

Job description

The DART Center in Roanoke, VA seeks a Director of Organizing to guide Roanoke Justice Ministry, secure community engagement, and oversee staff and campaigns. You will work with faith leaders to mobilize action on root causes of local injustice and build power in the Roanoke Valley.

Responsibilities include directing staff, fundraising locally, training leaders, and coordinating with the board to shape strategic direction. Travel and relocation support are available for the right candidate.