Pennsylvania Voice · 5 hours ago
Civic Engagement Director
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$83K/yr - $91K/yr
6+ years expPennsylvania Voice is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and field-experienced leader to serve as Civic Engagement Director. This role is responsible for leading the Civic Engagement Department and advancing integrated voter engagement efforts in partnership with member organizations.
Civic & Social Organization
Hiring Manager
Shakeena Walrond, MBA
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for goal setting, structure, processes, and planning for the Civic Engagement Department and the Integrated Voter Engagement Work Group
Develop the annual integrated voter engagement plan with partners, including program design, training plans, outreach costs, outreach tools, calendars, and coordinated program budgets
Ensure plans and budgets reflect the contributions, needs, and division of labor across staff and partner organizations
Oversee systems, metrics, and processes that support effective civic engagement programming across election cycles
Participate in and support internal and external activities in collaboration with staff, partners, and stakeholders
Lead department wide program planning, budgeting, and annual timelines with staff input and final approval from the Executive Director
Approve program metrics and reporting formats in consultation with the Civic Engagement Manager and Data Manager
Oversee special projects including development of new tools, experiments, fellowships, and short-term education campaigns
Identify opportunities for research and experimentation and work with key stakeholders to develop and execute projects
Manage civic engagement grant decision making based on program goals and plans in consultation with the Deputy Executive Director and Civic Engagement team
Collaborate with the Executive Director and Development Manager to build and sustain funder relationships, including writing plans and reports and participating in meetings and calls
Apply data and analysis to program design, fundraising, and communications
Directly manage the Civic Engagement Manager and Data Manager
Support the Civic Engagement Manager in developing and delivering partner training, including one-on-one support, site visits, and group trainings
Work across the Pennsylvania Voice team on shared priorities and participate as a member of the Leadership Team
Serve as the primary point of contact for select funders as needed
Develop and write the annual integrated voter engagement plan with partners, including program design, training plans, outreach tools, calendars, and coordinated program budgets
Develop and maintain an understanding of the demographic, voting, and political landscape using internal analysis and external data sources
Support monthly workgroup preparation and facilitation in collaboration with the Civic Engagement Manager
Manage onboarding of new partner organizations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
6+ years of relevant experience in civic engagement or electoral programs, including voter registration, turnout, and field-based campaigns
3+ years of supervisory experience, ideally in voter registration programs and/or field canvassing
Proven success designing and leading field strategies across one or more cycles –including universe development, targeting models, staffing plans, and performance management – to hit participation and other goals
Experience building, managing, and scaling field teams, including hiring, training, and supervising managers and frontline staff
Demonstrated ability to analyze data, evaluate program performance, and adapt strategy using data, reports, field conditions, and partner capacity to inform decision making
Experience with VAN or other civic engagement platforms, with an aptitude for learning new systems and related technical skills
Demonstrated people-management skills, including prior experience with supervising individuals and groups, project management, delegation, and staff development
Experience developing, managing, and adjusting program and departmental budgets
Demonstrated commitment to racial and gender equity, with a record of success working with communities of color, women, low-income people, LGBTQIA individuals, and other historically marginalized communities
Demonstrated understanding of state-level electoral landscapes and how progressive infrastructure operates in relation to government and national politics
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex policy issues for diverse audiences, communicate with cultural competence, and present ideas effectively to varied communities and groups
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion with great attention to detail while minimizing complications, maximizing effectiveness, and keeping the team informed and engaged
Excellent relationship building skills, including the ability to connect with and engage varied internal and external stakeholders
A diplomatic and professional approach to problem solving that considers multiple perspectives, shows empathy for those impacted, and supports the long-term health of the organization
Proven ability to analyze situations through a racial justice lens and apply effective organizing strategies
A high amount of emotional intelligence along with a strong competency in giving and receiving regular, constructive feedback
Ability to facilitate gatherings with diverse participants
Proven experience building consensus and a demonstrated entrepreneurial ability to develop alliances and coordinate the shared interest of all parties
Willingness to work long, irregular hours when needed, as well as to travel monthly within Pennsylvania and sometimes nationally
Passion for and commitment to the goals of Pennsylvania Voice, including civic engagement and economic, social, and racial justice
Deep knowledge and understanding of the challenges to justice related to race, gender, LGBTQ identity, age, class, and religion – in both internal and external settings
Preferred
Prior experience with Pennsylvania electoral landscape a plus
Experience working with funders and foundations and/or creating equitable and participatory grantmaking processes a plus
Benefits
Full medical and dental coverage
Retirement (401K) package
Paid holiday and vacation days
Company
Pennsylvania Voice
Pennsylvania Voice aims to build an inclusive, just and reflective democracy in Pennsylvania.
2-10 employees
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