Policy & Advocacy Manager

• Lead coordination of policy and advocacy efforts across Civic Engagement, Census, and Recovery & Resiliency.
• Monitor and analyze policy developments, translate updates into actionable steps for staff and partners.
• Develop and facilitate advocacy trainings, toolkits, and resources for Coalition members.
• Support compliance with 501(c)(3) advocacy guidelines and internal coordination.

This role advances systemic solutions for communities facing systemic barriers, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, low-wealth, and immigrant communities, by strengthening advocacy efforts and ensuring community voices shape policy.

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, political science, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in community engagement, civic engagement, advocacy, or related work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to explain policy issues clearly.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities.

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 per year. Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) and more.

NC Counts Coalition is a nonpartisan nonprofit committed to building a healthy, just, and equitable North Carolina through cross-sector partnerships that advance systemic solutions for communities facing systemic barriers.