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Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, nationally recognized for education and research. Our mission: ensure everyone in Massachusetts has access to compassionate, judgment-free care and education. We operate four health centers and offer telehealth statewide as part of a network of 600 Planned Parenthood affiliates nationwide.
Position Summary:
PPLM seeks a strategic, politically experienced leader to serve as Vice President of Public Affairs and concurrently as Executive Director of the Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund of Massachusetts (PPAF), our affiliated 501(c)(4).
This executive guides the organization’s political strategy, oversees the operations and governance of PPAF, and leads statewide efforts to protect and expand sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The role requires deep political judgment, strong relationships within the Massachusetts State House, and proven experience navigating complex policy and electoral environments.
Your Day to Day:
- Lead multi‑year political and legislative strategies aligned with state and national SRHR priorities.
- Advise the CEO and Executive Leadership Team on political risk and opportunity.
- Represent PPAF in coalitions, negotiations, and public forums.
- Oversee all c4 functions including advocacy, electoral work, communications, budgeting, and compliance.
- Partner with the PPAF Board President; serve as primary liaison to the Board.
- Ensure compliance with IRS, campaign finance, and lobbying regulations.
- Direct proactive and defensive strategies on abortion access, contraception, gender‑affirming care, insurance/Medicaid coverage, and health equity.
- Maintain strong relationships with key State House stakeholders.
- Oversee lobbying activities and required reporting.
- Lead the endorsement process, candidate vetting, and political assessments.
- Design and execute c4‑appropriate electoral strategies.
- Build long‑term candidate pipelines and coordinate with national partners.
- Develop and implement a c4 fundraising strategy.
- Engage high‑capacity donors and political supporters.
- Build scalable political infrastructure and clear performance metrics.
- Lead the Policy & Government Relations team.
- Coordinate political strategy with Organizing, Communications, Development, and Data teams.
- Educate staff and board members on c3/c4 distinctions.
Strategic & Political Leadership
Executive Director, PPAF
Legislative & Government Relations
Electoral Strategy & Endorsements
Fundraising & Capacity Building
Leadership & Collaboration
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree preferred (JD, MPP, MPH, MPA, MBA); substantial equivalent experience considered.
- 10–15+ years senior-level leadership in political strategy, public policy, campaigns, or advocacy.
- Demonstrated experience with 501(c)(4) or campaign operations.
- Established credibility within the Massachusetts political landscape.
- Deep understanding of c3/c4 compliance and campaign finance law.
- Proven success in endorsements, electoral strategy, and political fundraising.
- Strong strategic judgment, communication skills, and executive presence.
- Commitment to reproductive freedom, health equity, and justice.
$175,000 - $200,000 a year
Based on a 37.5 hour work week.
Why Join Us?
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Commuter Benefits
• A mission-driven workplace that values equity, inclusion, and belonging
PPLM is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values at PPLM and a chance for us to make long-term, meaningful change. We are actively working to build a culture that reflects the communities we serve and embodies cultural humility, recognizing that advancing health equity begins within our own organization. We are taking steps to make progress in our own organization and are committed to building an equity practice in all aspects of our work.
We believe that communities most impacted by health inequities must be centered in the work we do. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from Black, Latinx, Asian, and Indigenous people of color, Trans and gender non-conforming people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and working-class people for all our positions.
Employment and advancement at PPLM are based on individual qualifications and abilities, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under law.
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