Deputy Director for Policy and Advocacy

last updated October 7, 2025 0:26 UTC

Stand Together

HQ: On-site

  • OFF: North Dakota
  • Full-Time
  • Management and Finance

Americans for Prosperity (AFP) is a leading grassroots organization dedicated to promoting solutions to the nation’s most pressing issues. We understand that many Americans are disillusioned by the intense partisanship in government that blocks sensible reforms. That’s why we support policy leaders who are committed to finding better approaches.

AFP is part of the Stand Together philanthropic community.

As the Deputy State Director for our North Dakota team, you’ll play a key role in advancing our mission. We’re seeking a driven leader to help shape and implement a legislative and grassroots strategy aimed at reforming public policy and expanding opportunities for everyone.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

– Partner with the State Director to design and carry out strategies for legislation, grassroots advocacy, and political engagement that support AFP’s vision.
– Build and maintain partnerships with individuals and organizations that share our goals.
– Take initiative to identify and address challenges that will enhance the chapter’s effectiveness.
– Lead, mentor, and manage team members as they work to shift the public policy conversation in North Dakota.
– Work closely with both internal teams and external allies to achieve our objectives.

What You’ll Bring:

– A strong belief in bottom-up, people-focused policy solutions that limit government overreach and empower individuals to pursue their goals.
– Experience in strategic planning across areas such as policy, lobbying, legislative affairs, political engagement, and grassroots efforts.
– A proven ability to unite people and groups around shared goals.
– Confidence and skill in public speaking and advocating for liberty.
– A track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
– Success managing both short- and long-term projects with multiple stakeholders.
– Familiarity with North Dakota’s political, economic, and legislative environment.
– Willingness to travel up to 30% and a valid driver’s license.
– Integrity, humility, and an entrepreneurial mindset.
– A passion for contributing to Stand Together’s vision and values, and a commitment to upholding a culture that emphasizes innovation, humility, and respect.

What We Offer:

– Competitive benefits, including a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental coverage, and wellness support through Peloton and Talkspace.
– A fulfilling career with a community of over 1,300 team members committed to improving lives and solving complex social challenges.
– A growth-oriented environment that encourages employees to explore and apply their unique talents.
– Competitive pay structures that reward your contributions with salaries and bonus opportunities.

Our Values:

At Stand Together, we operate differently. Our culture is grounded in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a philosophy built on principles that foster human progress—such as dignity, openness, and empowerment from the bottom up. PBM® encourages employees to be innovative, entrepreneurial, and constantly seek improvement.

We value diversity as a driver of creativity, knowledge, and success. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to treating all employees and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect.

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