Senior Director, Political Affairs & Advocacy

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC); Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Unplug & Recharge

Family – First : Generous family leave

For your Future : Matching 403b

Hybrid Policy: 8 in-office days/month

Well – being : Health and mental well‑

Job summary

NRDC Action Fund seeks a Deputy Director to shape electoral strategy, oversee endorsements, GOTV, and donor engagement. You will coordinate with NRDC Action Votes and GiveGreen, guiding campaigns and non-electoral advocacy while partnering with senior leadership to advance environmental protections.

As part of NRDC, you will work from an office in Washington, D.C., with some travel for coalition building and donor meetings.

Qualifications

• Experience leading political campaigns or advocacy programs.
• Ability to translate policy goals into strategy and action.
• Proven track record in fundraising and coalition building.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Action Fund's electoral strategy and plans.
• Oversee endorsements, GOTV, and member outreach and communications.
• Coordinate with GiveGreen, NRDC Action Votes, and other partners to align tactics.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Fundraising

Advocacy

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

NRDC Action Fund seeks a Deputy Director to shape electoral strategy, oversee endorsements, GOTV, and donor engagement. You will coordinate with NRDC Action Votes and GiveGreen, guiding campaigns and non-electoral advocacy while partnering with senior leadership to advance environmental protections.

As part of NRDC, you will work from an office in Washington, D.C., with some travel for coalition building and donor meetings.