Political Director

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Political Director

Maine Conservation Voters (MCV) & Maine Conservation Alliance (MCA)

We envision a Maine where nature and people thrive through an inclusive, just democracy, a sustainable economy, and equitable access to nature’s benefits - healthy climate, land, air, and water.

Building on a history of exciting successes, the Political Director will develop and execute campaign strategies for gubernatorial and state legislative races, including writing and executing campaign plans and directing voter contact programs. They will manage the electoral campaigns of MCV's affiliated PAC—Maine Conservation Voters Action Fund (MCVAF)—and strategically allocate PAC resources to maximize electoral impact. This role manages the political program budget and fundraising strategies while building relationships with candidates, party leaders, leaders of other political action committees, and allied organizations across the political spectrum.

The Political Director will collaborate closely with legislative, organizing, and communications staff, as well as with our partners at the national League of Conservation Voters, to engage key constituencies and coordinate integrated campaigns.

• Develop and manage MCVAF’s electoral program, creating winning campaign plans and implementing independent expenditure programs in key state and local races;
• Coordinate use of the Voter Activation Network and other electronic tools for electoral and accountability programs;
• Ensure compliance with all election and campaign finance laws, regulations, and ethical standards, including timely reporting of income and expenditures;
• Serve as lead staff to MCVAF's Advisory Committee, ensuring engagement, communication, and coordination across the organization;
• Evaluate and build candidate recruitment, training, and leadership development programs;
• Coordinate with legislative, organizing, and communications staff to align the political program with broader advocacy, accountability, and civic engagement strategies;
• Represent MCV/MCA in coalitions that advance our work to protect the environment, democracy, and our climate future;
• Draft statements, talking points, and communications in coordination with the communications team;
• Support fundraising efforts through grant writing, donor meetings, and stakeholder engagement; and
• Undertake additional responsibilities as needed to advance MCV/MCA's mission and respond to emerging political opportunities.

• At least 3 years of experience working on political campaigns, issue campaigns, or strategic initiatives at the local, state, or national level;
• Demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking and planning with ability to adjust strategies and tactics based on the fast-moving nature of electoral and issue campaigns;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including public speaking, facilitating meetings, and developing clear agendas;
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships across diverse backgrounds and constituencies, including coalition partners, community and business leaders, and government agencies;
• Ability to track metrics and goals used to assess the program’s success;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive conversations, data, and information;
• Strong commitment to and demonstrated understanding of environmental issues, climate action, democracy, and racial justice; and
• Alignment with MCV/MCA's mission and ability to engage the public on environmental priorities.

• Understanding of Maine's political and advocacy landscape, or demonstrated ability to quickly develop such understanding
• Experience with Voter Activation Network and other electoral technology tools
• Experience managing budgets and fundraising strategies
• Established relationships with Maine political leaders and allied organizations
• A complex understanding of racial justice and the urgency of confronting institutional racism and inequity in climate and environmental work

• Meaningful work supporting environmental conservation in Maine
• Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
• Hybrid…