Senior Director, Campaigns and Advocacy

Hip Hop Caucus (The Caucus) began as a movement in 2004. Today, it is a 501(c)(3) non‑partisan organization, Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund, with a sister 501(c)(4) organization, Hip Hop Caucus Action Fund. The Caucus leverages Hip Hop culture to build campaigns, advocacy, and narrative power with communities, to impact issues critical to racial, climate, and economic justice and civil and human rights. Our mission is to use the power of our cultural expression to empower communities who are first and worst impacted by injustice. Our members, as well as our dedicated national team, span the country and globe. We are multiracial, and we center our work in communities of color. We span Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X, and we come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our vision is for racial justice, healthy communities, and a healthy planet. The Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund has mobilized hundreds of thousands of young BIPOC voters across eleven election cycles, produced HOME (Heal Our Mother Earth) – the first climate album to move over 60,000 people to action in support of the Clean Power Plan in 2014, and led the first protest in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and has continually partnered with local communities for annual commemorations and advocacy. Over the past three years, our community took over 4.5M actions on climate justice with Think 100% including petition signatures, EPA comments, event participation, social media post engagement, and more. We played an influential role as a national partner to the local Memphis community in the cancellation of the Byhalia Pipeline. We also raised and distributed $100,000 in direct relief to families affected by Hurricane Ida across 12 parishes in Louisiana. Our Respect My Vote! campaign developed a free resource for people with a felony record and their loved ones to check their eligibility to vote based on state legislation; since its launch, the tool has been used over 175,000 times. We completed successful voter registration and mobilization tours, mobilizing more than 500,000 Black voters to the polls. Our breadth of accomplishments reflects our principled approach to organizing, advocacy, and campaigning. The Caucus pioneers culture and narrative to expand our impact, shows up with direct relief and continued solidarity with communities being harmed by systemic injustices, and builds nonpartisan democracy by engaging voters year‑round. We are rooted firmly in the belief that racial justice and climate justice are interwoven. Today, The Caucus has four platforms through which it works on core issue areas of democracy, climate and environmental justice, civil and human rights, and economic justice. Visit our website (hiphopcaucus.org ) to learn more about these platform areas. The Opportunity This role oversees campaigns and advocacy work for Hip Hop Caucus Education Fund, a 501(c)(3), and its sister organization, Hip Hop Caucus Action Fund, a 501(c)(4). The Senior Director of Campaigns & Advocacy is a strategic and dynamic leader who will oversee The Caucus’ Campaigns and Advocacy Division, which is made up of a Campaigns Department and an Advocacy Department. Reporting to the Managing Director and COO, the Senior Director will design and lead campaigns and advocacy strategies that empower communities through organizing, collective power building, and cultural expression, and drive systems change aligned with organizational goals. This role is a part of the organization’s Senior Leadership team and will partner closely with the Storytelling and Communications Division and Advancement Division leaders to maximize Hip Hop Caucus’ impact. Key areas of focus and responsibilities for the Senior Director of Campaigns & Advocacy include: Campaigns and Advocacy Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement comprehensive campaigns and advocacy strategies to advance The Caucus’ mission and strategic priorities and goals, with a focus on mobilizing communities and stakeholders. Manage a multi‑issue team of campaigns and policy staff responsible for strategy and execution across our four platform areas, including three (3) Associate Senior Directors and Director‑level direct reports. Lead campaigns and policy advocacy strategies that integrate cultural organizing, movement‑ and power‑building, and narrative. Drive innovative base‑building and ladder of engagement strategies that integrate on‑the‑ground and online organizing, in partnership with the Storytelling and Communications Division. Center racial, social, economic, and climate justice principles into all strategies and approaches. Ensure effective systems for impact evaluation of Campaigns and Advocacy Division’s strategies and work. Lead Campaigns and Advocacy Division planning and budgeting, and manage the Division budgets for both organizations. Ensure Campaigns and Advocacy Division compliance on legal, finance, and operations protocols, including 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) compliance. Serve as a spokesperson for the organization in communities, with partners, the media, and in online settings. Community Engagement, Power Building, and Mobilization Grow grassroots organizing efforts, including outreach, training, volunteer engagement, and community mobilization by building sustainable organizational systems and infrastructure. Create leadership development opportunities and infrastructure for community members to increase their issue education, advocacy capacity, and campaigning and organizing skills. Coalition Leadership and Government Relations Oversee coalitions management and participation with grassroots and grasstops organizations, advocacy groups, stakeholder groups, and community leaders. Work with policymakers, elected officials, and government agencies at local, state, federal and international levels. Facilitate partnerships with cross‑sector stakeholders to enhance collective impact and achieve shared goals. Work collaboratively with allies to support and amplify grassroots movements. Cross Division Collaboration and Coordination Align the Campaigns and Advocacy Division’s and Storytelling and Communications Division’s strategies and execution for maximum impact by collaborating closely with the Senior Director of Storytelling and Communications. Collaborate with the Senior Director of Development on proposal development, funder reporting, funder presentations, relationship management, and priorities alignment. Provide regular thought leadership, ecosystem and strategic analysis, and assessment and evaluation of the Campaigns and Advocacy Division’s work, to the Storytelling and Communications Division and Development Department, contributing to the Caucus’ narrative strategy and impact storytelling. Effectively contribute to and collaborate with the Senior Leadership team. Candidate Profile The ideal Senior Director is an experienced campaigner, organizer and innovative strategist with a deep commitment to building community power towards a just, fair and healthy world. They have a proven track record in organizing, coalition building, campaign execution, and policy advocacy, along with a passion for engaging BIPOC communities. This individual will bring creativity, political acumen, and a collaborative spirit to their work. The following offers an aspirational view of the ideal candidate profile; we encourage applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups. 15+ years of experience in grassroots organizing, campaigns, policy advocacy or movement‑building, preferably in climate justice, civic engagement, economic justice, and/or civil and human rights. Significant experience in senior management roles with a track record of success. Exceptionally strong leadership and management experience, with a track record of building strong, collaborative teams. Demonstrated ability to think systemically across our multiple platforms, connecting climate, economic, civic engagement, and other issue areas, to identify root causes and build integrated strategies that advance our shared vision Expertise in community mobilization, coalition building, and leadership development. Demonstrated success in designing and leading power‑building, civic engagement, and policy campaigns with measurable outcomes. Strong understanding of grassroots organizing principles and methodologies. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and relationships across diverse communities. High cultural competence and experience engaging with BIPOC communities, particularly young leaders. Commitment to Hip Hop Caucus’ mission and values. In addition, strong candidates will offer: Proven ability to navigate complex political landscapes and effectively advocate for systems change. A strong orientation on narrative and storytelling strategy within organizing, campaigning and advocacy. Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize and execute multiple initiatives simultaneously. Experience in leveraging content, communications and digital organizing and leveraging technology to enhance campaigns and grassroots mobilization. Comfort with data visualization platforms, organizing technology, and other digital tools; experience evaluating, implementing, and leading teams in the effective use of tools and resources that strengthen campaign strategy, enhance decision‑making, and scale our vision. Demonstrated ability to work in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments while maintaining strategic focus. Compensation and Benefits The salary range for this role is $160,000- $175,000 , and the final salary will be based on experience and qualifications. The Caucus also offers a comprehensive benefits package. The Caucus team has a remote culture, with physical offices in Los Angeles, CA, and Washington, DC. This opportunity is location‑flexible, with a strong preference for candidates based in one of the office locations. Contact Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. All inquiries are strictly confidential. 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