Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy Initiatives

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Impactforequity Full time

Impact for Equity, a pioneering public interest law and policy center, seeks an accomplished Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy Initiatives to spearhead the organization's transformative work advancing social justice.

The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in advocacy and policy change, with a demonstrated commitment to promoting racial and economic equity. As a key senior leader at Impact for Equity, this individual will develop and drive impactful policy initiatives, provide strategic direction, and engage in legal and policy advocacy to effect systemic change in Illinois and Chicago.

The position requires strong leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments to advance the organization's advocacy agenda. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Key Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing comprehensive policy strategies that integrate policy, advocacy, and community-centered organizing with legal strategy to pursue transformational change and social justice;
  • Leveraging relationships with community leaders, stakeholders, and policymakers to advance Impact for Equity's mission;
  • Mentoring and supporting program staff to ensure they have the skills and tools necessary to advance Impact for Equity's work;
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute high-impact advocacy initiatives;
  • Engaging in creative problem-solving and taking initiative to address complex challenges;

The ideal candidate will possess:

Desired Qualifications
  • Ten or more years of experience in public interest law and/or policy, with a proven track record of creative and high-impact advocacy;
  • Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to contribute to organization-wide agendas and set priorities;
  • Outstanding writing and communication skills, including oral advocacy, legal and policy writing, and producing information for publication and media engagement;
  • Experience measuring advocacy program performance and effective strategic plan implementation;
  • Ability to use technology creatively and effectively;
  • Excellent track record of working with individuals and communities with diverse identities;
  • Demonstrated commitment to the Impact for Equity values of equity, inclusion, and shared power;
  • Juris Doctor degree and admission to the Illinois Bar;

The salary for this position is commensurate with experience, estimated to be between $140,000-$150,000. Impact for Equity offers a generous benefits package, including health/dental/vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, holiday, vacation, and sick PTO, cell phone benefit, and hybrid work schedule.



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