Southern Regional Manager

Role Description

The VoteRiders Southern Regional Manager (SRM) leads VoteRiders’ programming across the Southern region and grows our impact there. This individual works closely with VoteRiders’ National Field Director, Department Directors, Deputy Directors, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Executive/Executive Director to plan, manage, and execute VoteRiders’ voter ID-focused field programs across the South.

The Southern Regional Manager will lead overall regional programming and partnership work, serving as the primary contact for state-based partners in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana, and will oversee the work in Georgia and Florida.

VoteRiders does not maintain a physical office, but candidates must be physically based in or willing to relocate immediately to the Southern region and be able to travel regularly within the specified states to be considered for this position. While candidates from the five southern states of AL, FL, GA, LA, and MS will be considered, we have a preference for candidates based in or willing to relocate to one of the three southern states in which VoteRiders does not currently have field presence – AL, LA, or MS.

The Southern Regional Manager reports to our National Field Director and will directly supervise the Georgia State Director and Florida State Director. This position will sometimes require working irregular hours, including evenings and weekends. This grant-funded position is funded through July 2027, with the possibility of an extension.

Qualifications

• Must live in, or be willing to relocate immediately to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, or Louisiana. Relocation funds are not provided.
• Must be willing to travel regularly within the specified Southern states, with access to reliable transportation.
• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience in a similar role, including community organizing experience within the democracy, voting rights, or political space.
• At least 3 years of managerial and project management experience, particularly in a remote environment.
• Existing relationships with organizations in democracy, voting rights, civil rights, direct service, and/or community-based organizations in any of the three states.
• Proven track record of successfully recruiting, building, and maintaining ongoing collaborative relationships with external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated track record of successful engagement with and management of campaigns, working groups, coalitions, and other projects.
• Ability to manage complex details, resourcefully solve problems, and follow through on commitments under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentation abilities.
• Experience working closely and effectively with diverse, marginalized, and at-risk communities.
• Strong data tracking, analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Able to work effectively alongside people with differing opinions while maintaining transparency about personal beliefs.
• Regular access to a reliable computer, internet signal, and cellphone. Strong computer skills, including Slack, Microsoft Suite, and Google Suite.
• Willingness to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Spanish or additional relevant language skills preferred.
• Experience with VAN, Mobilize, EveryAction, and/or other platforms preferred.
• Experience with digital storytelling methods preferred.
• Experience drafting data-driven program reports for internal and external stakeholders preferred.

Benefits

• Starting salary is $70,000 - 80,000/year.
• Comprehensive employee benefits, including health benefits.
• 401K with 4% employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off, including 4 weeks/year of accrued vacation time, paid sick time, all federal holidays, 5 personal days, and paid office closures at Thanksgiving and winter holidays.
• Equipment and home office stipends.
• Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Calm meditation app subscription.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

VoteRiders is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions at VoteRiders are based on our mission and program needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected basis. VoteRiders will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination or harassment.

VoteRiders is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging. If you believe you’re the right fit for this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.

Please note that references will not be contacted without your permission.