Oceans Campaigner

Job Title: Campaigner
Program: Oceans

Employment Type: [X ] Salary [] Hourly (Exempt – this position is not eligible for over time)

[ ] Part-time [X] Full-time

[ ] Temporary [X] Regular
Reports to: Oceans Program Director
Direct Reports to this position: N/A
Salary Range: $55,000 - $72,000

Location:Remote

Is this position in the Bargaining Unit? [X] Yes [ ] No
*Because this position is in the Bargaining Unit, some fees may be required depending on where the candidate lives as a condition of employment.

How to apply: Please apply online by completing our application and submitting a cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample. The position will remain open until filled with applications reviewed on a rolling basis. The desired start date is 11/2/26. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls please.

ABOUT THE CENTER
The Center for Biological Diversity , a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, believes the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence of a vast diversity of wild animals, plants and people. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, activism and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that humans, other species and all communities need to survive and thrive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Campaigner will use their skills to plan, execute, and win strategic campaigns that advance our policy goals. An integral part of the position will be to build power with allies and the public to influence decision-makers on critical issues. Key aspects of this work include building and maintaining strong coalitions, organizing protests and other creative pressure tactics, research and writing science and policy-based documents, and developing and implementing other bold initiatives to grow and mobilize support. The Campaigner will be working closely with a dedicated and passionate group of scientists, lawyers, organizers and media professionals within and outside of the Center. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills, strong research skills, as well as oral and written communication skills with an ability to work collaboratively while also taking initiative to move work forward.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Craft and execute campaign plans that advance the program’s strategic priorities, including legal, policy, and organizing initiatives;

- Develop and run winning national, regional, state, and local-level campaigns that produce positive change;

- Consult and coordinate with program staff on campaigns to advance our goals;

- Build and maintain strong partnerships and coalitions with local communities, as well as state, national, and international organizations;

- Organize meetings, facilitate difficult conversations, and lead from behind to maximize the engagement and sense of shared ownership;

- Effectively communicate with the media, decision-makers, the public, allies and opinion leaders through writing, outreach and public speaking;

- Organize and promote participation in hearings, protests, and other events;

- Lobby and meet with policy makers;

- Create compelling written campaign materials, ranging from comment letters and policy briefings to op-eds, action alerts, and digital organizing pieces;

- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

- 3+ years of campaign experience

- Proven experience in creating and implementing winning, strategic outreach, education and/or advocacy campaigns

- Demonstrate sound judgment in allocation resources and choice of tactics to have maximum impact

- Exceptional written and verbal communications skills

- Demonstrated