Policy Director, Georgia
Core
Develop and execute state-level public policy advocacy initiatives in Georgia to advance democracy, civil rights, and economic justice for vulnerable communities.
Role type
Senior policy director (state advocacy)
Builds
State policy strategies, legislative advocacy campaigns, and coalition spaces
Domain
US Public Policy / Civil Rights / Social Justice
Required skills
Public policy advocacy, legislative strategy, team management, stakeholder engagement, coalition building, grant compliance (501(c)(3)), data-driven analysis
Preferred skills
Experience in partisan environments, Georgia-specific policy knowledge, JEDI principles leadership
Technologies
Advocacy management tools, legislative tracking systems
Responsibilities
Develop strategic workplans for local and state policy engagements; manage Georgia Policy team including hiring and performance evaluation; oversee state contract lobbyists and their engagements; build and maintain relationships with elected officials and community partners; serve as a media spokesperson on policy priorities; analyze racial and economic impact of proposed legislation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
