Strategic Campaign Director

Strategic Campaign Director

Job Title: Strategic Campaign Director

Department: Research & Advocacy

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position: Salaried

Location: Remote/National travel required (approx. one trip monthly)

Position Reports to: Research & Advocacy Director

Salary Range: The salary for this role is $83,100 annually. The compensation for this role is set and not subject to negotiation.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Strategic Campaign Director to lead high-impact public campaigns that mobilize communities, shift narratives, and drive measurable changes. This role is responsible for translating strategic insights from our research and advocacy teams into actionable, public-facing initiatives. The person hired will launch national campaigns, coordinate narrative and rapid response actions, and mobilize cross-sector allies to challenge systemic injustice.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute advocacy campaigns aligned with CAIR’s strategic priorities.
• Coordinate with CAIR Programs staff and external partners to:

– Develop campaign strategy, messaging, timing, and activation plans.

• Oversee project execution.

– Manage content production (press releases, toolkits, social assets).

– Coordinate rapid-response campaigns during high-risk narrative spikes.

• Track and report on impact using clearly defined success metrics.
• Convene internal and external stakeholders during both campaign development and launch phases.
• Integrate research findings and narrative strategy into campaign planning.
• Provide ongoing strategic feedback to the Research and Advocacy Department (RAD).
• Continuously improve toolkits, templates, and best practices to support chapters and allies in replicating successful campaigns.
• And any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Communications, Public Policy, Social Justice, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience designing and leading strategic advocacy, public education, or policy campaigns.
• Strong understanding of Islamophobia, anti-Muslim bigotry, and racial justice issues in the U.S.
• Demonstrated success in launching and evaluating campaigns with measurable public or institutional impact.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in message development and content creation
• Strong project management ability:
• Experience managing timelines, deliverables, and cross-team coordination.
• Ability to work with third-party vendors and external collaborators.
• Confidence operating in high-stakes, fast-moving advocacy environments.
• Strong written, verbal, and people skills
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends as campaign cycles require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CAIR’s mission, values, and national advocacy strategy
• Experience working with grassroots coalitions, faith communities, or civil rights/legal organizations.
• Ability to design and measure campaign impact using qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Proficiency with analytics platforms, CRM systems, and digital campaign tools
• Bonus: Experience deploying AI tools or social listening platforms for narrative disruption or counter speech

Why CAIR?

• Be part of a nationally visible movement at the forefront of civil rights advocacy.
• Join a passionate, mission-driven team committed to justice and equity.
• Lead campaigns that shape national conversation and protect marginalized communities.
• Receive competitive salary and benefits aligned with CAIR’s manager-level roles.

Compensation Package:

• Health Insurance is available through CAREFIRST.
• The employee cost share for health benefits is up to 20%.
• Dental and vision benefits are covered by the employer at 100%.
• 401K retirement benefits with an employer match up to 4%.
• We offer thirteen paid holidays.
• Vacation, sick, and personal leave are offered.
• Ancillary coverage is available: Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
• Optional FSA (flexible spending account)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) is available.
• A professional development stipend is available.
• Tuition reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
• If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for PSLF.

To apply:

Please submit a cover letter with résumé, a writing sample, and a list of three professional references, to jobs@cair.com. Please reference “Strategic Campaign Director” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Why CAIR?

• Be part of a nationally visible movement at the forefront of civil rights advocacy.
• Join a passionate, mission-driven team committed to justice and equity.
• Lead campaigns that shape national conversation and protect marginalized communities.
• Receive competitive salary and benefits aligned with CAIR’s manager-level roles.

Compensation Package:

• Health Insurance is available through CAREFIRST.
• The employee cost share for health benefits is up to 20%.
• Dental and vision benefits are covered by the employer at 100%.
• 401K retirement benefits with an employer match up to 4%.
• We offer thirteen paid holidays.
• Vacation, sick, and personal leave are offered.
• Ancillary coverage is available: Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
• Optional FSA (flexible spending account)
• HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) is available.
• A professional development stipend is available.
• Tuition reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
• If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for PSLF.