National Field Strategy Director

When We Mobilize; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

When We Mobilize seeks a National Field Strategy Director to lead voter engagement and field operations across the U.S. This executive role involves designing and managing national voter registration and GOTV strategies, overseeing regional directors, and ensuring compliance and equity in all programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civic engagement and a commitment to racial equity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in civic engagement or electoral campaigns, including 3+ years in executive leadership.
• Experience in designing and executing multi-state voter registration and GOTV programs.
• Commitment to racial equity and movement-building in BIPOC communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead national strategy for voter registration and GOTV programs.
• Manage Regional Directors and support state-level planning.
• Ensure compliance with electoral laws and quality control.

Skills

Leadership

Civic Engagement

Field Operations

Electoral Compliance

Data-informed Program Management

Tools

VAN

PDI

Job description

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Base pay range

Job Title: National Field Strategy Director

Location: Remote, U.S. (with national travel)

Reports To: Executive Leadership (CEO)

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $7,500-$10,000 monthly, commensurate with experience

Start Date: May 2025

About When We Mobilize

When We Mobilize is a national voter engagement and field operations firm that specializes in running high-impact organizing, civic and electoral programs. We execute voter registration programs, manage large-scale canvassing operations, gather signatures for ballot initiatives, and implement direct voter contact campaigns. We are trusted by leading progressive coalitions, nonprofits, labor unions and political committees to deliver results in complex environments—especially in communities that are often overlooked or under-resourced. From rapid deployment canvass teams to compliance-driven voter registration strategies, we bring operational excellence, cultural fluency, and real-world experience to the field.

Position Summary

The National Field Strategy Director leads When We Mobilize’s voter engagement and field operations strategy across the country. This executive-level role is responsible for designing, managing, and scaling national voter registration and GOTV operations, overseeing regional directors and state-level programs, and ensuring compliance, equity, and high performance across all programs. The ideal candidate is a seasoned strategist and operations manager with a strong command of field organizing, coalition politics, and compliance environments across multiple states.

Key Responsibilities

Program Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the national strategy for voter registration, GOTV, and other civic field programs in alignment with WWM’s mission and goals.
• Design multi-state program plans that center equity and scale impact in communities of color and underrepresented areas.
• Ensure program alignment across regions and adjust strategies based on real-time data, partner feedback, and political dynamics.

Team Oversight & Capacity Building

• Directly manage Regional Directors of Electoral Strategy and support them in state-level planning, team development, and execution.
• Lead senior staff hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development to build a high-performing national field team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, equity, and collaboration across regions and teams.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee program compliance, quality control, and field metrics across all WWM programs.
• Establish systems for real-time monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement of field operations.
• Ensure all electoral programs follow federal and state laws, including 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PAC regulations.

Partnership & Political Engagement

• Represent WWM in national coalitions, strategy tables, funder briefings, and industry events.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with state-based civic organizations, grassroots groups, and key movement allies.
• Provide ongoing political analysis to leadership and adapt strategy based on shifting political landscapes.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Oversee national accounts and key multi-state partnerships to ensure goals and deliverables are met.
• Collaborate with internal teams on scopes of work, program reports, and business development opportunities.
• Work with communications and development teams to elevate the profile of WWM’s field leadership and national impact.

Qualifications

Required:

• 7+ years of experience in civic engagement, field operations, or electoral campaigns, including 3+ years in a national or executive-level leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing multi-state voter registration and GOTV programs.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing senior staff and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with tools such as VAN, PDI, or equivalents, and experience with data-informed program management.
• Deep knowledge of electoral compliance rules and organizing environments for 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PAC entities.
• Commitment to racial equity and movement-building in BIPOC communities.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% and work nontraditional hours during campaign peaks.

Preferred:

• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and campaign infrastructure.
• Existing relationships with national coalitions, civic tech platforms, or progressive funders.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value and seek diverse voices and strongly encourage Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, and people with disabilities to apply.