Maine Families for Vaccines Director

American Families for Vaccines

6d • Remote

About The Position

The State Director will lead Maine Families for Vaccines as a senior-level organizer and strategic campaigner. This full-time role combines state leadership with hands-on grassroots organizing, political strategy, and public health advocacy. The Director manages chapter development, coordinates legislative and non-legislative campaigns, builds coalitions, develops local leadership, and serves as the chapter’s public face. It is a high-autonomy position suited to someone who can work independently, think strategically, and thrive in a mission-driven, high-impact environment. The position is remote in Maine, requires residence in Maine, and involves occasional in-state travel.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in organizing, policy, public health, or advocacy.
• Proven experience running or coordinating successful advocacy or legislative campaigns.
• Deep knowledge of Maine’s political and health landscapes.
• Strong public speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with marginalized communities.
• Commitment to evidence-based policy and science-centered communication.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends and travel in-state as needed.
• Must reside in Maine.

Nice To Haves

• Background in public health, education, medicine, or policy.
• Familiarity with Quorum, Canva, or other digital organizing and design tools.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead strategist and spokesperson for Maine Families for Vaccines.
• Design and execute state strategic plans, including legislative and public education campaigns.
• Track and respond to legislative and regulatory threats related to vaccine policy in Maine.
• Represent the organization in coalitions, media, and policy forums.
• Collaborate with other State Chapter Directors to strengthen regional and national organizing.
• Recruit, train, and mobilize advocates, including experts, parents, and community leaders.
• Develop and lead advocacy trainings, storytelling initiatives, and public testimony preparation.
• Plan and execute statewide advocacy days and rapid response actions.
• Build and maintain a network of in-state partners and volunteers.
• Develop content for social media, newsletters, and action alerts.
• Serve as a media spokesperson when needed and coordinate with national communications staff to align messaging.
• Cultivate relationships with legislators, staff, and relevant agencies.
• Brief policymakers and allies on evidence-based immunization policy.
• Draft fact sheets, memos, and position statements.
• Track and report monthly and quarterly progress to AFV leadership.
• Manage an in-state budget with support from the national finance team.
• Contribute to grant proposals and reporting.
• Supervise part-time staff, volunteers, or interns as chapter growth allows.

Benefits

• Fully paid health insurance for the employee, partner, and dependents.
• Generous paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Remote work flexibility and fully remote work environment.
• Flexible work hours.
• Opportunities to travel and engage colleagues in person a few times per year.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed