Director of Power Building

The Equity Alliance

. Set year-round organizing plans for each region, including base-building, deep canvassing, one-on-ones, and volunteer and leader development.

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • United StatesLead💰 $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set year-round organizing plans for each region, including base-building, deep canvassing, one-on-ones, and volunteer and leader development.
Oversee community engagement events and own the statewide engagement calendar, turnout goals, ownership, and follow-up.
Maintain deep canvass quality through scripts, training, and debriefs.
Lead nonpartisan voter registration and voter education separately from the electoral program.
Lead regional rapid response to storms, power outages, political emergencies, and other crises.
Maintain regional rapid response plans and mobilize staff and volunteers for wellness checks, canvassing, and emergency-resource distribution.
Build and own statewide electoral plans covering races, geographies, voter universes, contact goals, staffing, and timelines.
Run paid and volunteer canvassing, phone, text, and digital outreach programs.
Lead voter-guide distribution, early vote, and GOTV operations in priority locations.
Manage the electoral program budget and report monthly.
Deliver weekly performance numbers and written post-election debriefs.
Supervise and coach Regional Organizing Managers and oversee hiring, training, and management of organizers and canvassers.
Represent TEA in coalition tables and coordinated campaign planning.
Run the BlackPrint partner engagement system and coordinate with Black Alliance partners.
Draft partner agreements and MOUs for executive approval.
Maintain separation of 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PAC activity, including accurate time tracking and compliance training.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seven or more years in community organizing and electoral field work, including at least three years managing managers or a multi-region program.
Track record of running field programs at scale, including planning, meeting numerical goals, and honestly reporting results.
Working knowledge of 501(c)(4) and PAC rules and cost sharing with a 501(c)(3), with judgment to know when to consult counsel.
Fluency in VAN and EveryAction, including building universes, cutting turf, and interpreting data.
Experience building coalitions and working with funders, candidates, and partner organizations.
Experience running community events and turning attendance into an organized base.
Experience leading emergency response or fast-moving campaign moments.
Experience managing a program budget.
Experience organizing in Black communities in the South and commitment to building power in Black communities across Tennessee.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel statewide.