Director of Policy and Governance

Job Summary

To support a growing initiative for racial equity, the full-time salaried Director of Policy and Democratic Governance will lead policy development and advocacy efforts, build partnerships across government levels, and drive strategies that align community-rooted solutions with national dialogues, all while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Advance a whole-of-government approach to racial equity policy development across local, state, and federal initiatives
• Build and maintain partnerships with national intermediaries and advocacy networks to align policy efforts with racial equity strategies
• Collaborate on the design and publication of policy reports and tools that strengthen advocacy and implementation efforts

Required qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in racial equity policy advocacy or related fields
• Demonstrated knowledge of the systemic causes of racial inequity and their intersections with other forms of oppression
• Strong understanding of governance structures and public policy processes at various government levels
• Proven experience in strategic thinking and planning to foster collaboration and strengthen democratic practices
• Deep experience in designing and facilitating multiracial, cross-sector groups focused on democratic decision-making