National Deputy Director for Districts

The National Deputy Director for Districts is a senior leadership role responsible for supervising and supporting the execution and performance of Battleground Alliance’s field programs across priority congressional districts. Reporting directly to the National Field Director, this role serves as the primary coach, performance manager, and strategic support for Regional Field Deputies. The Deputy Director for Districts ensures that national field strategy is effectively implemented at the district level while supporting local coalition development and maintaining strong feedback loops between the field and national leadership.

This job is ideal for a seasoned organizer and manager who knows how to drive strong, on the ground results. They are comfortable balancing the big picture goals with the day-to-day realities in districts.

About Battleground Alliance

Battleground Alliance is a multientity campaign committed to strengthening democratic institutions and civic engagement in competitive political environments. We work to build coalitions, support grassroots organizing, and voter engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the National Field Director in the development and refinement of national field program strategy
• Serve as the primary manager for Regional Field Deputies across all priority districts
• Provide ongoing guidance, feedback, and professional development to Regional Field Deputies to strengthen leadership and execution
• Assist the National Field Director in national coalition development and partner coordination related to field programming
• Monitor district-level performance against program goals, voter contact targets, and coalition benchmarks
• Identify performance gaps and work with Regional Field Deputies to develop corrective action plans
• Support Regional Field Deputies in building, managing, and sustaining local coalitions and partner relationships
• Act as a key liaison between district-level field teams and national leadership
• Ensure consistent implementation of national field programs while supporting district-level adaptation as needed
• Elevate field insights, challenges, and opportunities from districts to the National Field Director and senior leadership
• Support coordination across districts to share best practices and lessons learned
• Collaborate with Programming, Data, Communications, and Operations teams to support district success
• Assist with onboarding and training of Regional Field Deputies and District Leadership in partnership with the Programming and Operations teams
• Track national field program performance and share insights and recommendations with senior leadership

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in political campaigns, organizing, or related field leadership roles; previous experience in senior field leadership roles such as Regional Field Director, Deputy Field Director, or equivalent
• Experience managing and leading large teams
• Strong understanding of voter contact programs, persuasion, turnout, and field organizing models
• Experience working across multiple districts or states in competitive electoral environments
• Demonstrated experience coaching field leaders and managing performance
• Experience managing political relationships with coalition partners and local stakeholders
• Proficiency with voter file systems (NGP VAN) and field reporting structures
• Experience supporting leaders in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments
• Ability to navigate and resolve challenges across diverse teams and districts
• Comfort translating national strategy into district-level execution
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
• Willingness to travel extensively to support districts and field staff
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-changing political environment
• Commitment to confidentiality and responsible handling of sensitive information

Comprehensive benefits package included