Statewide Advocacy Manager

We’re looking for a dynamic and passionate Statewide Advocacy Manager to lead our state and federal legislative advocacy. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of Ohio’s LGBTQ+ rights movement with legislators, shaping policy, mobilizing communities, and working alongside partners to create meaningful change.

If you thrive in fastpaced environments, enjoy both strategic planning and handson advocacy, and want to make a measurable difference in people’s lives, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Build and maintain strong relationships with lawmakers, staff, and community leaders.
• Monitor legislation and take quick action when issues impacting LGBTQ+ Ohioans arise.
• Draft and present testimony, policy briefs, and advocacy materials.
• Coordinate with coalition partners to align strategies and maximize impact.
• Represent Equality Ohio at hearings, press events, and community forums.
• Mobilize grassroots supporters to engage with decisionmakers.

• Requirements

  What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelors degree in Political Science, Public Administration or related field of study preferred, but not required
  • Two or more years experience in legislative advocacy related to the Ohio General Assembly required
  • Experience in advocacy, community organizing, or managing campaigns at the state andor federal level (3+ years preferred)
  • Knowledge of Ohios political landscape and LGBTQ+ policy issues, specifically related to the Ohio General Assembly
  • • Strong communication skills—both written and verbal—and the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
    • Comfort in highpaced environments and readiness to adapt when priorities shift.
    • Ability to travel occasionally within Ohio and work some evenings or weekends.

    • Benefits

      • Generous time off package, including paid vacation after six months of employment, 10 paid holidays, 15 days of paid organizational shutdown breaks, 2 weeks of paid sick leave per year, paid family and medical leave, and more.
      • Health and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution ($100 per month + $100 per month for optional family coverage)
      • Employeepaid dental insurance
      • Paid Family Leave and sabbatical opportunities based on length of service
      • FSA with employer $25 per month contribution
      • Employerpaid life insurance
      • Access to optional employeepaid insurance coverage, including longterm disability coverage.
      • 403B plan with employer matching
      • Digital security services.
      • Multiple stipend opportunities, including Bring Your Own Device, cell phone, internet, and professional development stipends.
      • Access to a Bodily Autonomy Assistance Fund