Brief Overview:
Seven racial justice and membership-based organizations in Florida have set out to engage local organizations to support and facilitate the creation of long-term strategic coalitions at a local level, coupled with an understanding of each county and what it takes to effect positive change. As the County Organizer you are responsible for developing and mediating relationships, fulfilling the day to day tasks of coalition management (calendar invites, securing location, agenda creating, etc) and supporting partners as needed and able.
Responsibilities:
● Develop deep, trust-based relationships with local organizations
● Work closely with table convener/facilitator to intentionally and strategically hold the local table
● Help facilitate the strategy development process in each county alongside Convener
● Stay abreast of all political and social developments in the region
● Coordinate all logistical aspects of monthly meetings and calls
● Anchor initiatives within local tables / support partner initiatives as needed
● Identify, recruit and support in the leadership and political development of new leaders
● Support the implementation of developed Theory of Change and action plan
● Report to Project Director on weekly calls and as needed on county
● Write Theory of Change Concept Paper by agreed deadline with the support of Research Lead
● Plan, execute or support in events as needed
Qualifications:
● Superior interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and ability to form authentic trust-based relationships
● At least 2 years of organizing experience in or with coalitions
● Ability to work remotely and manage own time to meet deadlines and goals
● Experience facilitating meetings with purpose towards concrete outcomes
● Excellent communication skills
● Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented
● Ability to work well independently and in a team environment bringing a positive attitude
● Willingness to be coached and developed
● Strong sense of responsibility and accountability
● Ability to see the big picture and take concrete small steps towards that vision
● At minimum a familiarity with race, class & gender analysis
● Bilingual preferred (Spanish/ English)
● Must live in designated county
Locations: Miami Dade & Pinellas
Reports To: Theory of Change Director
Salary: 50K + Competitive Benefits Package; Full Time.
To apply please email your resume and brief cover letter to rv.morenoq@gmail.com with the Subject " Miami Dade/ Pinellas County Organizer." Position open until filled.
Due to COVID-19, strong digital skills are required; familiarity with Zoom and other virtual meeting spaces; dexterity with google docs and comfort working from home for extended periods of time as well. The position is fully remote until quarantine orders have been lifted and it is safe to gather.
This is an equal opportunity employer. Women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
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