Since re-launching in 2018, Georgia Conservation Voters has been working to establish our presence as a leader at the intersection of conservation policy and politics here in our state. Our careers are currently based in Atlanta, GA and are open to all qualified applicants. We believe that people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, and LGBTQIA+ people must be centered in the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities, or who are members of other marginalized communities.
We are building a pretty amazing organizational culture, one that is grounded in doing exceptional work; prioritizing racial, gender, and economic justice; investing in our teammates’ success just as much as our own; and living our full, whole lives as people who are going to be a part of this movement for the long haul. We believe in well cared for, well-compensated employees. Our benefits package includes generous vacation time, sick pay, paid holidays, retirement, and employer-paid healthcare and dental insurance for full-time staff.
ORGANIZING DIRECTOR
The Organizing Director is an executive-level leadership role responsible for growing and leading a team of experienced organizers in building and implementing issue-organizing campaigns grounded in a community-centered theory of change focused on the climate and environmental justice priorities of the GCV Education Fund. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in advocacy campaign management, base building, and leadership development. This person must be able to manage a dynamic team and be responsive to shifts in organizing goals, strategies, and tactics as new challenges and opportunities arise within our work. An ideal candidate can work closely with directors, board members, other GCV team members, and consultants to maximize outcomes. The qualified candidate can demonstrate knowledge about environmental and climate justice issues; has extensive experience in managing teams; is knowledgeable about organizing and campaigns; is a strategic thinker; analyzes data and measures progress; is proactive and able to chart a path forward; and is process-driven and detail-oriented.
Please find the full job description by clicking this link: 2024 Organizing Director
Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.