Policy director Jim Carnes will retire later this year after 18 great years at Alabama Arise. That’s why we’re hiring a new full-time policy and advocacy director to ensure our research, analysis, advocacy and legislative engagement remain as impactful as possible. Click here for more details and information on how to apply.

Arise works hard to break down policy barriers to opportunity for people living in or near poverty. We recognize the role that structural racism plays in creating and sustaining these barriers, and we have an organizational commitment to promote racial equity in all that we do. Using policy analysis, advocacy and organizing, Arise provides a structure in which Alabamians can engage in public debates to promote the common good.

Arise’s policy and advocacy director ensures our research, analysis, advocacy and legislative engagement remain as impactful as possible. The director supervises a team of policy analysts, research assistants, advocates, fellows and interns, along with cultivating the relationships necessary to advance our goals through effective influence with policymakers. The policy and advocacy director also is a key contributor in working to help identify, secure and maintain funding for Arise’s work and priorities.

The ideal candidate is an experienced manager and public policy advocate who is passionate about building a better Alabama for all. We’re looking for someone with proven abilities to foster trusting relationships with people from every background and walk of life and to advocate for more equitable policy solutions with attention to the role of class, race, age, ability and immigration status in access to power and opportunity

Click here for more details on the position and information on how to apply. And please help us spread the word far and wide to anyone who might be interested! Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.