Senior National Campaigns Director: Strategy & Mobilization

Jimmy Jazz; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Human Rights Campaign, based in Washington, D.C., seeks a Senior Director, National Campaigns to lead the national campaign portfolio and turn priorities into coordinated strategies. The role coordinates across leaders to mobilize partners, resources, and actions for major initiatives.

The position requires a decade of campaign experience, five years guiding senior staff, and a proven track record turning strategy into measurable outcomes. Hybrid work arrangements in the DC area are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or the equivalent).
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in electoral campaigns, issue advocacy, organizing, political strategy, or related field.
• Five years supervising staff, including managers or senior-level staff.
• Proven success leading complex campaign strategies with measurable results.
• Strong political and strategic judgment for fast-changing environments.
• Ability to manage political, legal, reputational, operational risks while advancing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead national campaigns that advance strategic priorities and expand engagement.
• Translate priorities into coordinated national campaign strategies with clear outcomes.
• Ensure campaigns are resourced, evaluated, and positioned for success.
• Provide strategic leadership during major moments and rapid-response efforts.
• Maintain readiness to deploy and strengthen execution when on the ground.
• Build relationships with national organizations and coalition partners to expand reach.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Campaign strategy

Political judgment

Risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Human Rights Campaign, based in Washington, D.C., seeks a Senior Director, National Campaigns to lead the national campaign portfolio and turn priorities into coordinated strategies. The role coordinates across leaders to mobilize partners, resources, and actions for major initiatives.

The position requires a decade of campaign experience, five years guiding senior staff, and a proven track record turning strategy into measurable outcomes. Hybrid work arrangements in the DC area are available.