State Campaign Director — Public Interest Advocate

PIRG; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid sick time

Vacation time up to 20 days/yr

Commuter benefit

401(k) with employer match

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Training & advancement opportunities

Job summary

PIRG is seeking state directors and advocates to advance consumer protection campaigns across the country. The role centerpieces advocacy, organizing and coalition-building to move policy priorities in your state.

You will shape priorities, organize events, and advocate to decision-makers while working with diverse partners and stakeholders. Travel and flexible hours may be required for campaigns and trainings.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of advocacy or organizing experience; advanced degrees may count toward experience.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills; experience securing media coverage is a plus.
• Ability to shape program priorities, build coalitions, organize events, and advocate to decision-makers.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Shape program priorities through policy development, research and messaging.
• Build coalitions with diverse organizations and constituencies.
• Organize webinars, community events and public meetings; recruit volunteers.
• Earn traditional and social media attention; write opinion pieces and grow a campaign following.
• Advocate to decision-makers through lobbying, testimonies, and persuasive materials.
• Fundraise by writing grants and engaging foundations and donors.
• Identify and recruit strong candidates and manage interns as needed.

Skills

Advocacy

Grassroots organizing

Policy development

Research

Public speaking

Messaging

Fundraising

Job description

PIRG is seeking state directors and advocates to advance consumer protection campaigns across the country. The role centerpieces advocacy, organizing and coalition-building to move policy priorities in your state.

You will shape priorities, organize events, and advocate to decision-makers while working with diverse partners and stakeholders. Travel and flexible hours may be required for campaigns and trainings.