Organizing Director Application

We're Hiring an Organizing Director!

by Gabriela Cartagena 943inf on December 15, 2025

City Life Vida Urbana (CLVU) seeks a visionary Organizing Director to lead our citywide tenant and community organizing initiatives. This senior leadership role combines strategic direction, program oversight, staff management, and movement-building. The Organizing Director will define the organizing agenda, cultivate leadership among staff and community members, and ensure CLVU’s programs drive tangible impact for tenants and communities. This role reports directly to the Executive Director and is central to shaping the organization’s long‑term strategy and influence.

Position Title : Organizing Director

Reports To : Deputy Director

Location : Hybrid – Boston (minimum 3 in‑office days / week)

Salary Range : $75,000–$85,000

Submit resume and cover letter to : [emailprotected] Subject line : Organizing Director Application

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply as soon as possible.

About City Life / Vida Urbana

City Life / Vida Urbana is a 50‑year‑old multilingual, grassroots housing justice organization committed to building collective power to fight displacement and win housing as a human right. We use a radical organizing model that connects personal housing struggles to broader systems change. Our team is grounded in shared values of racial, economic, and gender justice, and we seek team members who thrive in collaborative environments.

Position Summary

City Life Vida Urbana (CLVU) seeks a visionary Organizing Director to lead our citywide tenant and community organizing initiatives. This senior leadership role combines strategic direction, program oversight, staff management, and movement-building. The Organizing Director will define the organizing agenda, cultivate leadership among staff and community members, and ensure CLVU’s programs drive tangible impact for tenants and communities. This role reports directly to the Deputy Director and is central to shaping the organization’s long‑term strategy and influence.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership (25%)

• Set the vision and strategic direction for CLVU’s tenant organizing programs.
• Develop multi‑year organizing plans that advance housing justice, racial equity, and community power.
• Identify emerging organizing opportunities and lead citywide campaigns.
• Align organizing strategy with fundraising priorities and organizational growth.

Staff Leadership & Development (30%)

Movement Building & Coalition Engagement (25%)

Program Oversight & Evaluation (10%)

Communications & Public Advocacy (10%)

Core Competencies

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Benefits

To Apply

Submit resume and cover letter to : [emailprotected] Subject line : Organizing Director Application

The position will remain open until filled.

CLVU strongly encourages applications from Black and Brown people, working‑class individuals, LGBTQIA+ folks, and others underrepresented in leadership.

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