Oceans Campaign Strategist

biologicaldiversity; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premiums

Generous time off

Sabbatical after 5 years

HSA/HRA contributions

Job summary

The Center for Biological Diversity is seeking a Campaigner for the Oceans program to plan, execute, and win strategic campaigns that advance our policy goals. The role emphasizes building power with allies and the public to influence decision-makers on critical issues.

You will build and maintain strong coalitions, organize protests and other tactics, and develop science- and policy-based materials while collaborating with scientists, lawyers, organizers and media professionals to mobilize

Qualifications

• 3+ years of campaign experience.
• Proven experience in creating and implementing winning, strategic outreach, education and/or advocacy campaigns.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in allocation resources and choice of tactics to have maximum impact
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
• Demonstrated skill in leading processes that represent our values and produce results, and flexibility to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and deadlines in a busy environment
• Experience working effectively within coalitions, including honoring best practices and competence in justice, equity, diversity, accessibility and inclusion
• Ability to work 40+ hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute campaign plans that advance the program’s strategic priorities, including legal, policy, and organizing initiatives;
• Develop and run winning national, regional, state, and local‑level campaigns that produce positive change;
• Consult and coordinate with program staff on campaigns to advance our goals;
• Build and maintain strong partnerships and coalitions with local communities, as well as state, national, and international organizations;
• Organize meetings, facilitate difficult conversations, and lead from behind to maximize the engagement and sense of shared ownership;
• Effectively communicate with the media, decision‑makers, the public, allies and opinion leaders through writing, outreach and public speaking;
• Organize and promote participation in hearings, protests, and other events;
• Lobby and meet with policy makers;
• Create compelling written campaign materials, ranging from comment letters and policy briefings to op‑eds, action alerts, and digital organizing pieces;
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Campaign experience

Strategic outreach

Written communications

Coalition-building

Job description

The Center for Biological Diversity is seeking a Campaigner for the Oceans program to plan, execute, and win strategic campaigns that advance our policy goals. The role emphasizes building power with allies and the public to influence decision-makers on critical issues.

You will build and maintain strong coalitions, organize protests and other tactics, and develop science- and policy-based materials while collaborating with scientists, lawyers, organizers and media professionals to mobilize