State Director, Indiana

About the role

The Indiana State Director is the senior leader responsible for driving statewide public policy strategy, grassroots organizing, government affairs, and coalition engagement. This role serves as the primary spokesperson and strategic leader for AFP-Indiana, overseeing a high-performing team and advancing policy outcomes at the local, state, and federal levels. You will partner closely with legislators, donors, activists, coalition partners, and national stakeholders to execute impactful campaigns and achieve measurable policy wins.

Responsibilities

• Lead Statewide Strategy: Develop and execute a data-driven, long-term strategic plan to advance priority public policy initiatives and grassroots campaigns across the state.
• Government Affairs & Policy Advocacy: Build and drive a legislative agenda, engaging with the Governor, state legislature, and federal delegation to influence policy outcomes.
• Team Leadership: Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and results-driven performance.
• Grassroots & Volunteer Mobilization: Recruit, develop, and activate grassroots volunteers, activists, and community leaders to support advocacy campaigns and policy reform.
• Coalition & Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strategic relationships with business leaders, policymakers, media, and nonprofit partners to expand influence and impact.
• Public Relations & Communications: Serve as the lead spokesperson, delivering consistent messaging through media, events, and public forums.
• Fundraising & Donor Development: Cultivate and steward donor relationships and philanthropic partnerships to support sustainable state operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with national teams and other state chapters on multi-state initiatives, policy campaigns, and strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in public policy, government affairs, political campaigns, or advocacy leadership.
• Track record of building and managing high-level relationships (elected officials, donors, or influencers).
• Strong leadership and people management experience.
• Exceptional communication skills (public speaking, media, and executive-level writing).
• Demonstrated success in coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and grassroots organizing.
• Ability to develop strategy, solve complex problems, and execute in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with high integrity, humility, and accountability.
• Commitment to free markets, economic freedom, and policy solutions that expand opportunity.
• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

Qualifications

• Direct experience in state or federal legislative policy, lobbying, or government relations.
• Background in fundraising, donor development, or nonprofit leadership.

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution.
• Leadership and team management.
• Grassroots mobilization and volunteer engagement.
• Coalition building and stakeholder engagement.
• Public relations and communications.
• Fundraising and donor development.
• Cross-functional collaboration and partnership.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, and wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
• Meaningful career with a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
• Commitment to growth in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop, and apply their unique talents.
• Competitive compensation with a range of $145,000 - $165,000 per year, including potential bonus earnings.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $145,000 - $165,000 per year. Additional bonus earnings may represent a meaningful portion of total compensation.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the organization.