Campaign roles
What does an organizing director do?
An organizing director grows the team of people who help. They recruit and train people, and help the best ones lead their own teams.
Organizing director duties
- Set recruiting goals and track sign-ups
- Train new people and the ones who lead them
- Build teams by neighborhood or ward
- Lead the organizers and the people who run sign-ups
- Keep volunteers coming back with clear roles
A typical week
Calls and trainings on weekdays, team meetings at night, and events on weekends.
Skills that matter
Finding new people, training them, and spotting who can lead.
How it compares to nearby roles
| Role | Owns |
|---|---|
| Organizing director | An organizing director grows the team of people who help. |
| Field director | Owns doors, calls, and election day targets |
| Volunteer coordinator | Schedules and supports volunteers day to day |
Organizing director questions
Is organizing director a campaign job?
Yes, and also common at unions and advocacy groups.
What is the difference from a field director?
The organizing director grows the people. The field director spends them on doors, calls, and coverage. On small campaigns, one person does both.
Who does an organizing director report to?
Most of the time, the campaign manager or the head of the group.
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