Campaign Coordinator
24 hours ago
Oakland
Job DescriptionCampaign Coordinator Location: Bay Area, CA This is a full-time, hybrid position About the position Better World Group (BWG) seeks a Campaign Coordinator to lead and support advocacy campaigns advancing Clean Air, Transport and Climate Justice, Energy, and Rights of and Connection to Nature. The Campaign Coordinator will support national, statewide, and local coalitions, develop and implement campaign strategies, and ensure effective collaboration among partners. At BWG, the Campaign Coordinator position is equivalent in level to an Associate at the firm, with the same opportunities for professional development and advancement. This role is central to driving equitable, groundbreaking climate policies and transforming systems so that benefits, resources, and economic opportunities reach communities of color and Indigenous communities most impacted by environmental injustice. As Campaign Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to lead impactful campaigns in clean transportation, energy, conservation, and climate change, while advancing equity and environmental justice across diverse communities. Major areas of responsibility Coalition and Campaign Coordination • Coordinate and collaborate with diverse stakeholders— including community organizations, labor unions, climate groups, and other partners— to build consensus and advance multi-sectoral climate policy initiatives., • Lead and support the development, planning, and implementation of advocacy campaigns focused on clean transportation, clean energy, conservation, climate, and environmental justice., • Navigate the dynamic nature of campaigns with strategic thinking, adaptability, and sound judgment— identifying opportunities and solutions as campaign objectives and processes evolve., • Demonstrate initiative in managing complexity and advancing campaign objectives even with limited information or changing circumstances., • Conduct direct advocacy with public officials including elected representatives, staff, and agency leaders through meetings, written communication, and in-person events. Policy analysis and advocacy, • Support and coordinate efforts to advance policies related to clean transportation, clean energy, conservation, climate, and environmental justice., • Regularly engage with key partners, decision-makers, and networks to monitor emerging issues and policy solutions in the energy, equity, and environmental sectors., • Track and report on local, state, and national policy developments relevant to climate and environmental justice campaigns. Research and Writing, • Conduct policy research to develop effective policy proposals and campaign messaging., • Draft talking points, public comments, and advocacy materials for legislative, regulatory, and campaign purposes., • Research and write memos, comment letters, and campaign communications., • Prepare presentations Project coordination, • Provide project coordination and logistical support for complex advocacy campaigns, coalitions, and special projects., • Assist in defining campaign and project scopes, setting milestones, managing timelines, and identifying necessary resources., • Coordinate internal teams and facilitate collaboration among colleagues to achieve campaign objectives., • Develop and maintain relationships with key partners, decision-makers, and networks; represent BWG at external meetings and events as needed. Other duties, • Contribute to a work environment and culture that is centered on equity and belonging, • Raise the visibility of climate and environmental justice issues impacting communities of color and Indigenous communities by creating content for newsletters, blogs, and social media campaigns. Candidates must possess skills in two or more of the following areas: • Coordinating or supporting state or local policy campaigns and coalitions, • Managing coalitions of diverse stakeholders, • Campaigns or advocacy on one or more of the following issues: clean transportation, clean energy, industrial decarbonization, environmental justice, public lands, racial justice, climate change adaptation, climate resilience, • Experience conducting policy analysis/advocacy in one or more of the following areas: climate, energy, transportation, industry, or conservation analysis, • Strong critical and strategic thinking skills, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach to campaign planning and problem solving., • A growth mindset, openness to feedback, and commitment to professional development in campaign coordination and advocacy., • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex campaign strategies and policy topics to diverse audiences., • Effective facilitation and coalition-building skills, including leading discussions, supporting collaborative decision-making, and fostering stakeholder engagement., • Demonstrated initiative and adaptability, with a willingness to learn and tackle new campaign challenges in a fast-paced environment., • Comfortable using project management software (such as Productive.io or Asana), • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and video conferencing platforms (Teams, Zoom) Benefits: • Fully covered health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your qualified dependents, • Firm-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with the firm automatically contributing 3% of your salary, • Paid Vacation and Sick Time, • 18 paid holidays each year, • Access to a Flexible Spending Account option (pretax benefits used for out-of-pocket medical expenses, out-of-pocket medicine and medical purchases, dependent care cost, etc.), • Life Insurance, • Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Annual professional development budget, • Transit rider stipend Application Process We seek candidates with the relevant qualifications and experiences described above and have hands-on experience in campaign advocacy related to racial, economic, and climate justice. In your cover letter, please provide examples of your past experiences in advocacy campaigns, coalition-building, or organizing efforts—including specific examples of how you led or supported campaigns to advance equity and justice. To apply, please upload the following materials as a single PDF document, not to exceed 10 MB, located via our careers page. If you are experiencing issues uploading your application, please contact . • Cover Letter, • Resume, • Writing sample (if part of a group project, indicate sections written by the applicant), • Slide deck sample, • Three professional references After March 30, 2026, interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled. In-person interviews for this position will tentatively during the week of March 23, 2026, in Oakland, CA. About Better World Group BWG works across all sectors to develop forward-thinking, transformative strategies that address complex problems. Our clients - philanthropies, non-governmental organizations, and local and state government agencies - turn to us for our ability to craft and implement creative strategy, convene diverse stakeholders, and build consensus towards equitable and sustainable outcomes. BWG is a Latina-owned small business located in Downtown Los Angeles. BWG is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.