About Collective Power

Collective Power for Reproductive Justice is a national reproductive justice organisation committed to educating, mentoring, and inspiring future advocates, leaders, and supporters.

Through activism, leadership development, organising, and movement-building initiatives, the organisation advances reproductive rights, health equity, and social and economic justice.

The organisation is seeking an experienced and visionary Project Director to lead its flagship Roots of Reproductive Justice Project, an interactive digital platform that documents and shares over 500 years of reproductive and sexual justice movement history in the United States.

Passionate About Social Justice and History? Collective Power Is Hiring a Remote Project Director

Job Title: Project Director, Roots of Reproductive Justice
Location: Remote (with travel to Northampton, Massachusetts and other locations)
Closing Date: Not Specified
Contract Type: Full-Time | 32-Hour Work Week
Salary: USD $86,000 – $96,000 per year

The Project Director will provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Roots of Reproductive Justice Project, ensuring historical accuracy, accessibility, and meaningful engagement with activists, educators, researchers, and movement leaders.

Application Status: Open Now
Employer: Collective Power for Reproductive Justice
Position: Project Director, Roots of Reproductive Justice
Work Arrangement: Remote with Travel
Salary Range: USD $86,000 – $96,000 per year

The successful candidate will manage content development, build strategic partnerships, support fundraising efforts, supervise contributors and project staff, and represent the project nationally within activist and academic spaces.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership and Development (65%)

Lead and steward the Roots of Reproductive Justice Project
Oversee development and maintenance of historical content
Ensure historical accuracy, integrity, and scholarly standards
Develop and maintain the project’s narrative framework

Conduct content audits and identify content gaps
Write stories, timeline entries, and related project materials
Manage contributing authors, editors, and advisors
Build partnerships with reproductive justice organisations

Support activists and movement leaders through historical resources
Co-design digital tools and educational materials
Organise webinars, symposia, convenings, and workshops
Establish and engage an advisory board
Maintain relationships with contributors and stakeholders

Project Management and Operations (15%)

Establish annual goals and performance metrics
Monitor project progress and evaluation outcomes
Manage project budgets and reporting requirements

Oversee contracts and agreements with contributors
Support fundraising and grant reporting activities
Coordinate project communications and outreach efforts
Supervise project staff, contractors, interns, and students
Maintain project databases and information systems

External Representation (10%)

Serve as a public representative of the project
Facilitate training and engagement activities
Cultivate relationships with funders and donors
Present at conferences, panels, workshops, and academic events

Other Duties (10%)

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the organisation

Minimum Requirements

Education

PhD in U.S. History, Women/Gender History, Social Movement History, or a related field preferred
Equivalent demonstrated expertise will also be considered

Experience

Minimum 8–10 years of historical research and writing experience
At least 5 years of experience within reproductive justice and/or social justice movements
Proven project management experience
Experience developing partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups

Skills and Competencies

Exceptional writing and editing abilities
Strong facilitation and presentation skills
Excellent organisational and multitasking capabilities

Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders
Strong attention to detail and deadline management
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and databases
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

Existing networks within historical, academic, reproductive justice, and activist communities
Experience collaborating with scholars, organisers, and educators on national initiatives

Travel Requirements

Availability for occasional evenings and weekends
National and international travel may be required
Typically 1–2 trips per quarter
During the first six months, travel to Northampton, Massachusetts is expected 1–2 times per month
Travel, accommodation, and meal expenses will be reimbursed

Work Environment

Home-based remote position
Regular travel as required
Ability to work extended periods at a computer
Reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities

Compensation and Benefits

Salary

USD $86,000 – $96,000 annually
Salary commensurate with experience

Benefits Package

85% employer-paid medical and dental insurance
Low-cost vision insurance
Twelve paid holidays annually
Three weeks of paid vacation
One week of personal holiday leave
Paid sick leave

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
Employer-paid life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Flexible 4-day or 5-day work schedule within a 32-hour work week

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Collective Power for Reproductive Justice is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The organisation welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.