Director of Policy and Organizing

We are seeking a Director of Policy and Organizing to lead our policy and organizing work, develop high-impact organizing to advance our mission, and lead a high-performing Policy and Organizing team.

Requirements

• 8-10 years’ experience in a leadership role within the social service, public policy, or government sectors
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working specifically on anti-poverty or closely related policy issues
• Strong knowledge of and 5+ years of experience working within the legislative and budget processes at the state and/or federal levels
• Minimum 5+ years of experience and track record of successes designing campaign strategy and organizing and mobilizing grass roots civic engagement
• Minimum 5+ years of experience and demonstrated success managing high level staff, developing teams, creating budgets and annual workplans
• Strong working knowledge of the political landscape and key players within Alameda County
• Experience and proven ability to advance ACCFB’s work on policy advocacy, government relations and community organizing
• Track record of success developing and maintaining high-level individual and institutional collaborative and professional partnerships
• Demonstrated commitment to approaching this work through an equity lens by embedding equity and justice principles into department strategy, policy agendas, organizing programs, and other initiatives
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret data, research findings and to synthesize conclusions
• Practically and effectively apply statistics and research
• Strong communication skills, must be an engaging public speaker and able to craft polished presentations
• Ability to produce well-written articles and papers for public presentation
• Must have impeccable judgement and ability to manage risk and ensure compliance with all rules and laws governing non-profit advocacy and voter engagement work
• Ability to organize, prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft office software, online advocacy and database programs, and web-based research
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License, insurable driving record and access to a vehicle
• Flexibility to attend work functions outside of normal work hours, on weekends and evenings, as needed

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance