Youth Action Fund is a youth-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to breaking down barriers to organizing by providing resources to young people in Florida. YAF is building a movement of young Floridians to win transformative change, and we’re looking for a driven Organizing Director to lead our state-wide original campaigns and take point on developing strategies to meet organizational goals. 

The Organizing Director will play a key leadership role in advancing YAF’s mission by driving our state-wide organizing efforts. This role requires a passionate, strategic, and experienced organizer who can manage multiple campaigns, develop young leaders, and expand the organization’s reach and impact across Florida. 

 

Position Title: Organizing Director

Reports to: Executive Director 

Key Relationships: Executive Director, Communications Director, Advising Director, Training Director, Advising Team

Location: Hybrid

Hours: Full-Time (40 hrs/wk)

Start date: ASAP

Compensation: $45,000 - $50,000 Annual Salary depending on experience.

Application Timeline: Applications will be accepted for this position until the position is filled

Benefits: 

• YAF offers 10 mandatory paid Holidays, as well as a generous PTO (Paid Time Off) policy. 

• Technology and travel stipends will be provided as needed.

Core Responsibilities:

Supervision

• Lead and manage the Organizing Department, including the delegation, training, and supervision of organizers.

• Manage internal ad hoc staff teams for individual projects, actions, & campaigns. 

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that aligns with YAF’s values and mission.

• Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and contribute to organizational decision-making. 

• Strategic Planning

• Develop Strategic plans to achieve established organizational objectives, including setting goals, timelines, and milestones.

• Collaborate with organizational leadership to establish effective strategies for grassroots organizing and community outreach.

Grassroots Mobilization

• Develop and implement effective grassroots mobilization strategies to engage target communities and youth.

• Organize direct actions, rallies, town hall meetings, lobby days, and other events on behalf of YAF.

• Coalition Building & Management

• Build relationships with partner organizations, advocacy groups, and community leaders to maximize collective impact.

• Represent YAF in key alliances, coalitions, and at strategic conferences, gatherings, etc.

• Collaborate with coalition members to develop joint strategies, coordinate actions, and leverage collective resources.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Provide input on relevant grant proposals and reports

• Prepare op-eds, essays, presentations, and other public presentations of YAF and its work

Qualifications/Skills:

• Proven experience in grassroots organizing and campaign management, with a focus on issue advocacy or political campaigns. Statewide or national experience is strongly preferred.

• Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively managing a diverse team of organizers and volunteers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including public speaking, campaign messaging, and report writing.

• Knowledge of Florida's political landscape and experience working with local and state-wide organizations.

• Proficient in utilizing organizing and communication software, including CRM systems, digital organizing tools, and social media platforms.

• Detail-oriented, with exceptional organizational and project management skills.

• Experience working with students and youth.

• Shared commitment to YAF’s stated values. 

Nice to have: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Youth Action Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member status.  Women, people of color, LGBTQ people, young people, and members of other historically disenfranchised populations are strongly encouraged to apply.