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OpenAI is hiring a Research Lead, Policy Communications, to build and lead a rigorous research program that helps OpenAI understand how people engage with complex AI policy issues. You will design qualitative and quantitative studies, develop durable research practices, and translate findings into clear recommendations for Policy, Communications, Product, and other partners. Position is located in San Francisco or remote (US).

Westlands Water District is hiring a Deputy General Manager - Government & Public Affairs who will lead the district's government affairs, legislative advocacy, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement programs. Reporting to the General Manager, the deputy serves as a principal advisor to executive leadership and represents the district before policymakers and regulatory agencies. Position is located in Fresno, CA.

The California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative is hiring an Executive Director who will serve as the organization's top executive, accountable to the Steering Committee, staff, and nail salon worker and owner members. The role covers strategic planning and execution, fundraising, fiscal management, communications and narrative strategy, partnerships and advocacy, with a salary range of $130,000–$165,000. Position is located in California (Orange County / Oakland).

Heal the Bay is hiring a Science & Policy Director who will report to the CEO and manage a team of scientists, engineers, and policy experts. The role focuses on water quality, resource protection, and environmental justice in Greater Los Angeles, developing advocacy campaigns and representing the organization in public forums. Position is located in Santa Monica, CA (Hybrid).

KIPP SoCal Public Schools is hiring an Advocacy & Community Engagement Manager to serve as the subject-matter expert advancing advocacy priorities across its 20 tuition-free charter schools by building relationships with families, community leaders, and policymakers. Position is located in Los Angeles, CA (hybrid).

The American Red Cross seeks a Communications Intern to assist with assessment and development of communication materials including news releases, social media content, and storytelling. The role conducts research, supports communications plans and strategies, and works with media databases and Sprout Social Media Management. Position is located in San Diego.

ImmDef is seeking full-time staff attorneys to join the team of fearless advocates providing creative and zealous representation to clients. Staff attorneys will be joining the largest non-profit, universal representation model deportation defense team in the state of California. Responsibilities include providing direct representation in removal proceedings to unaccompanied children, adults with mental competency issues, and detained or non-detained adults and families. Position is located in Los Angeles (hybrid).

KIWA Action is hiring Canvassers to enthusiastically engage voters around Proposition 3 and Proposition 39 in the 2026 General Election. The person in this role should be community-driven, strongly motivated to connect and contact voters across Koreatown and central Los Angeles through in-person phone banking and door-to-door canvassing in support of voting Yes on Prop 3 and No on Prop 39. Part-time, temporary, $26/hour. Position is located in Los Angeles (on-site).

The Council on Foreign Relations is hiring a West Coast Regional Engagement Director based in Northern California who will lead strategic outreach and engagement across the West Coast, expanding CFR's network of members, state and local officials, technologists, and civil society voices. The fully remote role requires frequent travel within the Bay Area and West Coast and periodic travel to New York and Washington, DC. Position is located in Remote (Northern California).

Nourish California is hiring a Director of Engagement who will lead community-centered engagement across its food-justice campaigns and coach campaign leads statewide. The California-remote role pays $110,000–$135,000 and closes 11/6/2026. Position is located in Remote.