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Organizing Director

Detroit, MI · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

We here at The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) are working hard to achieve a clean ... Experience working with environmental justice, climate change, social, or racial justice coalitions ...

Resources Legacy Fund

Program Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

From climate resilience to land and water conservation to community well-being, we help visionary ... Our program engages in grantmaking, coalition-building, policy development, advocacy, and capacity ...

Jobs to Move America

Syracuse Organizer

Minoa, NY · On-site

$62K - $83K/yr

... coalition to win community benefits agreements that ensure worker and community needs are ... The organizer will also advocate for equity-based policies for good jobs, climate justice, and ...

Terradot

Candidates Pool

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

... climate solution. By advancing science, building technology, and assembling a global coalition, we are catalyzing a global initiative to scale Enhanced Rock Weathering within the next decade ...

GREATER MSP

Managing Director, MBOLD

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$190K - $210K/hr

MBOLD is a CEO-driven coalition of the GREATER MSP Partnership comprised of leading Minnesota-based ... climate. No single company or organization can solve these challenges alone. MBOLD leaders are ...

Umd

Planning Associate

College Park, MD

... climate change to social inequity, from cultural preservation to sustainable growth. Over 60% of ... The Planning Associate will contribute to NCSG and PLCC's community-engaged coalition building ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for climate coalition in the United States is $22.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Climate Coalition?

A Climate Coalition is a group or alliance of organizations, communities, or individuals working together to address climate change. These coalitions often bring together environmental groups, businesses, policymakers, and concerned citizens to advocate for policies, raise awareness, and implement solutions aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainability. Their activities may include organizing campaigns, lobbying governments, supporting renewable energy initiatives, and fostering collaboration across different sectors. The main goal of a Climate Coalition is to amplify collective impact in the fight against climate change.

How do professionals in a Climate Coalition typically collaborate with partner organizations and stakeholders?

Professionals working in a Climate Coalition often coordinate closely with a diverse range of partner organizations, such as NGOs, government agencies, academic institutions, and private sector companies. This collaboration typically involves regular meetings, joint campaigns, sharing research and data, and aligning advocacy strategies. Effective communication and the ability to build consensus among stakeholders with different priorities are essential skills. Team members may be responsible for organizing coalition-wide initiatives, drafting joint statements, and ensuring that each partner’s voice is represented in decision-making processes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Climate Coalition Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Climate Coalition Coordinator, you need a background in environmental science or policy, experience in advocacy or nonprofit work, and strong project management abilities. Familiarity with tools like CRM systems, campaign management platforms, and social media analytics is often expected. Outstanding communication, collaboration, and organizational skills help in building partnerships and driving collective action. These skills are crucial for effectively mobilizing groups, increasing public engagement, and achieving impactful climate initiatives.
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Organizing Director

Organizing Director

myHR Partner

Detroit, MI • On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

We here at The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) are working hard to achieve a clean, healthy and safe environment for Michigan's most vulnerable residents. We are seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as our Organizing Director in Detroit, Michigan. Our Organizing Director will lead our efforts in mobilizing grassroots support, implement effective wide-reaching campaigns, and drive meaningful change to shape the future of our organization and the communities we serve.
What you'll do
As our Organizing Director, you'll lead and model a top notch organizing strategy while base building for energy democracy & political engagement with coalition partners. You'll collaborate with the Executive team and Program Directors on the overall development and implementation of the organization's strategic plan through the following day-to-day responsibilities:
  • Cultivate and empower a diverse base of leaders, staff, members, and partners to effectively advocate for change
  • Implement multi-level base building and leadership development organizing strategies, education, and advocacy campaigns to build grassroots power and drive impactful campaigns
  • Facilitate and orchestrate the MEJC base of energy democracy supporters through development of a strong ladder of engagement, building a base of strong environmental justice leaders
  • Develop, track, and evaluate data metrics, and establish the standards for review and evaluation of campaigns, grant reporting, and effectiveness of the MEJC strategies
  • Manage and support action-based campaigns by engaging members; co-coordinate advocacy and electoral (C3 and C4) tactics to build the organization and the climate justice movement using tools such as popular education and activity with other appropriate staff
  • Engage MEJC director-level leadership and ensure organizational health through open and transparent communication, fiscal responsibility, and promoting a culture of mutual care, foresight, discernment, and responsibility
  • Provide strategic direction and guidance to organizing team members, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives
  • Develop recommended program and grant budgets, allocate resources effectively, and implement program activities as appropriate for the growth and development of the Organizing Department
What you need to thrive in this role
  • Bachelor's degree with at least 5-8 years in a supervisory role, initiating and setting goals for organizing strategy and campaign management. Experience working with environmental justice, climate change, social, or racial justice coalitions, networks, and alliances preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of best practices and proven success in leading organizing campaigns, base building, leadership development, and grassroots mobilization
  • Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, collaborate, and connect with people of diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences
  • Belief in and commitment to social, racial, and environmental justice
  • Must reside in Michigan
  • Ability to work nights and weekends
  • Ability to travel 15-20% of the time within the metro Detroit area
About us
The Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition (MEJC) is a statewide coalition working to achieve a clean, healthy, and safe environment for Michigan's most vulnerable residents. We focus on the Jemez and EJ Principles through popular education, grassroots policy advocacy, and organizing our communities for systems change. MEJC convened in 2011 to grow the Environmental Justice movement in Michigan. We lead campaigns to fight for Energy Justice and Clean Air as well as engage in federal and state policy. MEJC hopes to define an ambitious Environmental Justice agenda for Michigan that centers Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities and is free of fossil fuels and false solutions.
What we offer you
  • Salary: $65,000-$75,000/year, depending on experience and position level
  • Medical, dental, and vision (Individual coverage is 100% paid for by MEJC)
  • 401k with employer match
  • Disability insurance options
  • Generous PTO including parental leave
  • Professional development
  • Community involvement

I'm interested, how do I get started?
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Our hiring management partner is myHR Partner. myHR Partner is not a staffing service or recruiter. All resumes/applications will be reviewed for this position and only for our organization. Thank you for considering us as a potential employer!
At MEJC, we continually celebrate the diverse community different individuals cultivate. As an equal-opportunity employer, we stay true to that by ensuring that our place can be anyone's place.
Employment Type: Full-Time

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