Northeast Campaign Manager, Offshore Wind Energy

National Wildlife Federation

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About The Position

The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is seeking a Northeast Campaign Manager for its Offshore Wind Energy Program. This program focuses on advancing the responsible development of offshore wind energy along the East Coast, advocating for strong wildlife protections, labor standards, community benefits, and stakeholder engagement. The Campaign Manager will lead significant portions of offshore wind advocacy in the Northeast region (New England, New York, New Jersey), working with regional and state-specific coalitions. This role involves collaborating on campaign strategy, implementing advocacy activities, and cultivating partnerships. The position reports to the Senior Campaign Manager, Offshore Wind Energy.

Requirements

At least 5 years of relevant experience
Experience using inclusive approaches in organizing campaigns, leading multi-stakeholder coalitions, and working across differences
Demonstrated campaign experience, including developing strategy, executing tactics, and tracking progress toward measurable goals and deliverables
Knowledge of or experience with advocating for policy solutions at the state level
Demonstrated experience utilizing environmental justice organizing principles - recognizes the role of race, gender, and other identities in shaping perspectives, and the disparate impacts our existing energy system has on marginalized communities
Strategic thinking and vision - quickly grasps the subtleties of complex issues, and identifies ways to tackle problems with insight and equity and a solutions orientation
Capably leads partners in articulating shared goals and strategies.
Excellent writer and communicator; able to translate complex policy and technical topics into clear, compelling materials for diverse audiences and to facilitate productive conversations with partners and decision-makers
Strong interpersonal communication skills, with a track record of navigating and strengthening established relationships with partners and stakeholders
Strong sense of ownership and attention to detail - takes the lead in developing their own work and planning ahead
Bounces back from setbacks, and identifies alternatives
Must be a U.S. citizen or have valid work authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage portions of state and regional Offshore Wind Energy campaigns across New England, New York, and New Jersey, in close coordination with the Offshore Wind Energy team and regional colleagues.
Co-develop campaign plans (goals, theory of change, target decision-makers, stakeholder mapping, tactics, timelines, and roles) for priority state and regional efforts.
Drive execution of integrated campaign tactics (communications, digital, and field/organizing) in partnership with communications staff and other internal teams.
Track campaign progress using measurable goals, milestones, and deliverables; synthesize results, lessons learned, and recommendations for adjustments.
Build, maintain, and deepen relationships with coalition partners and stakeholders (including environmental justice, labor, community, and industry-aligned groups as appropriate) to advance shared objectives.
Represent NWF in coalition meetings, stakeholder convenings, and with decision-makers; support preparation for public hearings, briefings, comment opportunities, and other advocacy moments.
Facilitate internal and external education and information sharing on offshore wind transmission and related policy objectives; translate technical and policy issues into accessible materials for partners and other audiences.
Coordinate with policy staff to provide technical support to partners and coalitions, including research, drafting, and review of campaign and advocacy materials as needed.
Manage select consultants, partner agreements, and related budgets as assigned; support grant reporting by documenting activities, outputs, and outcomes.
Serve as a primary liaison to internal staff in the region to ensure alignment across state/regional priorities, messaging, and stakeholder engagement.
Complete administrative and operational tasks that enable effective campaign delivery, including scheduling, note-taking, travel coordination, and maintaining organized digital records.

Benefits

Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule
Unlimited wellbeing time (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets)
11 holidays
Paid winter break between December 25 to January 1
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Flexible scheduling
Work-life balance
Family-friendly atmosphere