Nikki Love, who has steered the reemergence of Common Cause as a significant player in the local political scene, has announced she will be leaving the job by the end of the year.

Love said, in an email:

I will be stepping down from the position of Executive Director of Common Cause Hawaii by the end of the year.

As you know, I love this work and I care deeply about Common Cause issues, but I’ve decided I’m ready for a change. It has been an amazing 5 years since we first re-launched CCHI in 2007. Thank you so much for ALL your great support over these years! Your support has helped revitalize CCHI from a completely dormant chapter to a very busy one at the legislature, in the media, and in the community.

I plan to continue to be very active with CCHI as a volunteer, board member, or another role. As you know, there are so few of us working on these critical democracy issues, so I look forward to continuing to serve the cause in whatever way I can.

Nikki has done a tremendous job. Her departure means Common Cause is now looking for her replacement.

Here’s the job description:

POSITION AVAILABLE: Executive Director, Hawaii

REPORTS TO: Vice President, State Operations; Regional Director, State Operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develop and implement grassroots organizing strategies to build support for the Common Cause agenda. Develop and execute lobbying strategies to generate pressure on federal, state, and local elected officials and other decision-makers. Work to build and participate in effective and diverse coalitions. Raise money to fund Common Cause programs using a variety of strategies.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Communicate with the public and members across the state, through the media, social media, direct mail, and other means. Coordinate activities and expand membership in the state by attracting new and diverse constituencies to the organization. Build and participate in effective, diverse political coalitions. Develop and execute lobbying strategies focusing on federal, state and local elected officials and other decision-makers. Produce timely, high quality policy research. Work with the state board and increase its capacity. Raise money to fund programs, using strategies including outreach to members, foundations, and major donors, and organizing fundraising events. Manage the operations of the Common Cause state organization, including recruitment, training and supervision of staff, volunteers and interns. Serve as liaison to the national office in Washington, DC, as well as work with regional staff and other state offices.

QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated leadership and organizing ability; Demonstrated success with fundraising; Excellent written and oral communications skills; Familiarity with Hawaii political landscape and the state legislative process; Commitment to the public interest; Demonstrated ability to work independently in a deadline driven environment with competing priorities; Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities and to build alliance among diverse stakeholders; Strong interpersonal skills; Skill in public speaking; Willingness to travel; Working knowledge of web content management systems and social media tools including Facebook and Twitter; Knowledge of desktop publishing, volunteer management, database management, and financial management desirable; Commitment to the values and issues of Common Cause.

TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover letter and salary requirements to Director of Human Resources at hr@commoncause.org and include EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – HAWAII in the subject line; or fax to 202.355.7546. No phone calls please. Applicants are encouraged to respond as soon as possible. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

It’s a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference.