Qualifications
Key Responsibilities: Lead and implement our policy advocacy strategy focusing on racial equity: - Design and execute proactive and defensive policy campaigns centered on racial equity.- Advocate for our campaigns in alignment with the Common Cause agenda and our non-partisan mission.- Develop and implement lobbying strategies to advance democratic reforms and hold officials accountable.- Oversee Common Cause’s initiatives in Illinois while supporting national campaigns focused on voting rights, fair representation, accountability, and civil rights.- Produce timely and high-quality policy research.- Collaborate with staff across the organization to advance our priorities.
About the job
Join us as a dynamic and visionary leader to spearhead our initiatives in Illinois, championing the Common Cause mission at both the state and national levels. You will be instrumental in nurturing a robust and sustainable team, driving impactful public policy campaigns through comprehensive policy analysis, research, strategic lobbying, litigation, grassroots organizing, and sophisticated communications, while fostering diverse coalitions.
As the State Director, you will have the unique opportunity to craft a strategic vision for Common Cause in Illinois and implement programs to fulfill that vision. This role places you at the forefront of advocating for democracy reforms in the state, while simultaneously expanding our membership and leading a high-performing team.
This full-time position reports directly to the Vice President of States and is based in Illinois, with a strong preference for candidates located in the Chicagoland area. The role entails state-wide travel at least four times a month, including regular trips to Springfield during legislative sessions, with an anticipated start date in May.
About Common Cause
Common Cause is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting democracy and ensuring that all individuals have a voice in the political process. We engage in advocacy, education, and grassroots organizing efforts to empower citizens and enhance democratic governance.