Founded in 1961, The American Civil Liberties Union of Delaware (“ACLU-DE") is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that uses legal, legislative, and advocacy approaches to protect and promote a broad range of constitutional rights and freedoms, including justice reform, education equity, free speech, racial justice, reproductive rights, LGBTQ rights, and more. ACLU-DE is an affiliate of the national ACLU, the leading defender of civil liberties guaranteed by our nation’s Bill of Rights.

ACLU-DE is one of this area’s premier public advocacy organizations. Based in Wilmington, Delaware, ACLU-DE is led by an 18-member Board of Directors and a staff of nineteen. The Wilmington and broader Delaware communities are vibrant and collegial, and Delaware offers an excellent and affordable quality of life. Wilmington is also close to various attractions, including major cities such as New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC and the beach.

For more information, please visit https://www.aclu-de.org/

• Work with campaign management to develop and execute strategic campaign communications plans for top-tier policy and advocacy campaigns;
• Collaborate with the communications director and staff to identify high-impact communications opportunities for top-tier campaigns;
• Write campaign content for platforms including website, social media, email, press, partner toolkits, action alerts, and more;
• Create campaign graphics and videos;
• Build web pages, HTML emails, action alerts, and forms to support campaign communications;
• Assist with virtual and in-person events to support campaigns;
• Plan and coordinate paid advertising campaigns to support campaign communications;
• Collaborate with consultants and vendors for campaigns;
• Collaborate with campaign managers, policy and advocacy director, and communications director to identify communications needs for campaign budgets;
• Coordinate with the communications director to update and maintain a comprehensive content calendar;
• Track, analyze, and report on campaign communications metrics;
• Manage simultaneous projects and shifting priorities;
• Promote the values of equity and inclusion in all areas of the organization’s work; and
• Assist the communications director with other projects as needed

• Personally committed to advancing the ACLU’s values, mission, goals and programs, with an understanding of the range of civil liberties issues and their implications;
• Superb organization skills with an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing several projects on tight deadlines simultaneously and adjusting to frequently shifting priorities;
• A strategic thinker and innovative creator;
• A flexible team player who inspires collaboration and functions decisively;
• Outgoing and straightforward; one who shares information easily; listens as well as gives advice; respects the abilities of others;
• Proven ability to create content for a wide range of communications platforms and audiences;
• Exceptional writing and editing skills; ability to translate complex ideas into understandable messages that inform and engage targeted audiences;
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva, website management, content management, and email platforms;
• Background or experience with video production and graphic design.

Salary range is $60,000-$65,000. Excellent benefits include paid vacation, medical and dental insurance, retirement savings plan, life and long-term disability insurance, and generous paid holidays.

Please send a resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Applications will be reviewed through February 27, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Interviews may be held remotely or in-person at our Wilmington office.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. The ACLU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction.

The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email [email protected]. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

Read why ACLU-DE is a great place to work: https://www.aclu-de.org/en/about/why work-aclu-de