Forsyth County Democratic Party: Organizing Director

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About the Position

FCDP is hiring a full-time Organizing Director to lead our organizing efforts in the county. This is a full-time, permanent role.

The Organizing Director is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of strategic field plans, bolstering FCDP’s organizational structure, and managing the day-to-day organizing activities of the Party. The Organizing Director reports directly to the County Chair and works closely with the Executive Board and Precinct Leaders to execute their duties and manage the day-to-day operations of the Party. Responsibilities also include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

Coordinated Campaign

Develop and execute the County Party’s coordinated campaign strategy to elect Democrats and support progressive referenda at every level.

Plan and manage field operations, including voter contact, targeting, canvassing, phone banking, texting, and relational organizing.

Coordinate with state and regional partners, including the North Carolina Democratic Party, to align resources and campaign messaging.

Oversee data management through VAN/Votebuilder and other tools to track voter outreach, GOTV efforts, and engagement metrics.

Analyze results and adjust tactics to ensure measurable success in voter contact and turnout.

Precinct Building & Organizing

Recruit, train, and support precinct officers, volunteers, and community organizers across Forsyth County.

Build and maintain relationships with local Democratic leaders, elected officials, and partner organizations.

Facilitate regular precinct engagement to strengthen communication and collective action.

Coordinate leadership development opportunities to grow the Party’s organizing capacity and long-term infrastructure.

Integrate data-driven and relational organizing best practices into ongoing volunteer efforts.

Communication & Technology

Support internal and external communication across Party committees, officers, precinct leaders, and community stakeholders.

Help manage the Party’s digital presence, including FCDPNC.org, Google Workspace, ActionNetwork, and social media platforms.

Create and distribute digital materials for recruitment, events, and campaign communications.

Maintain accurate data systems and ensure effective use of technology for voter outreach and volunteer management.

Provide basic tech support and training to volunteers and officers to ensure smooth use of Party tools.

General Operations

Assist with administrative and logistical duties supporting the Party’s mission, vision, and strategic plan.

Support the County Chair and Executive Committee with planning, reporting, and event coordination.

Manage schedules, meeting logistics, and expense reporting as needed.

Represent the Forsyth County Democratic Party in community events and coalition meetings.

Promote a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and accountability in all aspects of Party work.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in campaign organizing, community engagement, or political fieldwork.

Demonstrated success leading volunteers and managing data-driven field or advocacy programs.

Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.

Proficiency with digital tools, including VAN/Votebuilder, Google Workspace, Canva, and Mobilize.

Commitment to Democratic values, grassroots organizing, and community empowerment.

Flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings and weekends as needed, especially during election cycles.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Experience

Strong applicants will have a minimum of 3+ cycles of electoral experience running as a candidate, working on a campaign organization, serving as a Democratic Party officer, or similar. Additional experience managing volunteers is preferred.

Requirements

In addition to the skills necessary to perform the above activities, the following skills are also required:

Working understanding of the NC electoral process to support grassroots organization and mobilization

Proactive mindset to continually seek out opportunities to contribute

Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to address complex challenges

Ability to work in fast-paced environments and manage competing priorities

Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to foster supportive, collaborative teams

Mission-driven work ethic to lead a volunteer organization from the front for long hours during demanding organizational and electoral seasons