Campaign Director - Power Building

Job Type: Full-time

About Faith in Action:

Faith in Action is the largest faith-based grassroots organizing network in the United States. For more than 50 years, we have brought people of faith together to advance racial and economic justice. Our mission is to build power, transform people, institutions, and communities through the development of powerful, self-interested, confident, competent, and collaborative leaders who express and act on their faith and values in public life.

Our network includes 60+ local organizations and 1,200+ congregations across the country, empowering communities to influence the public and corporate decisions that shape their lives.

Faith in Action has a strong record of winning meaningful policy change at the local, state, and federal levels—from expanding access to health strengthening public education to protecting homeowners and advancing good, dignified jobs. By connecting people-organizing in communities across 18 states with coordinated national advocacy, we work to advance citizenship, mass incarceration, and promote equity for all.

General Job Description:

The Campaign Director - Power Building at Faith in Action (FIA) supports the leadership of the Director of Power Building in the areas of program development, base-building, and strategic planning, helping to design and implement strategic initiatives with the Federation Support, Training, National Campaigns and Organizing programs. Within these overall areas of responsibility, the Director plays a pivotal role in providing support to collective organizing campaigns undertaken by the FIA national network (local/state federations plus national staff), coordinating the development of strategy and execution of an effective organizing plan.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Help lead the design, development, and implementation of strategic initiatives within the Federation Support, Training, National Campaigns and Organizing programs, fostering base-building, leadership development, and social impact.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and leverage insights to inform programmatic decisions, ensuring alignment with FIA's objectives and responding to the needs of diverse communities.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with FIA federations, other community organizations, faith-based groups, and stakeholders to expand program reach and drive collaborative initiatives that advance social change.
• Provide staff development, training and support to program staff to enhance their skills and capacity.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments (such as Communications,. Faith Leadership and CE) to align Power Building programs with broader organizational goals and messaging.
• Contribute to grant writing, fundraising efforts, and donor stewardship by providing programmatic insights and data-driven narratives that highlight program impact.
• Represent Faith in Action at National Tables related to power and base building.
• Work collaboratively with FIA International with relation to international expansion, power and base building.
• Up to 25-50%% travel required
• Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the role in alignment with organizational priorities.

Education & Training Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in organizing, program development, community engagement, or social justice initiatives, with a focus on strategy formulation and implementation.
• Proven track record in leading organizing campaigns at the local, state and/or federal levels.
• Strong understanding of social justice issues, equity, diversity, and inclusion principles, with the ability to integrate these values into program design and execution.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills to address complex community challenges and drive innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities to engage stakeholders, foster partnerships, and advocate for programmatic goals.
• Proficiency in data analysis, project management tools, and MS Office Suite; familiarity with CRM systems and program evaluation software is advantageous.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit the listed documents below via email with the subject line - Campaign Manager - Power Building

1. Updated cover letter
2. Updated Resume
3. Three professional references (including at least 1 previous supervisor)

Note: We appreciate all applicants for their interest in Faith in Action. Due to the anticipated high volume of submissions, only those selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

Faith in Action is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where all employees feel valued and respected. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance