We are hiring!
El Vínculo Hispano seeks a dynamic and motivated individual to lead our Advocacy and Civic Engagement Program. The program’s purposes are to build the long-term power of directly impacted Latinxs and protect and advance the rights of immigrants in North Carolina.
Primary responsibilities:
- Empower directly impacted Hispanics to identify issues of common concern and develop strategies to address these issues
- Coordinate leadership, civic engagement, and know your rights trainings
- Develop response strategies to address raids and deportations
- Assist in the case management for families impacted by raids or deportations
- Participate in regional and statewide coalitions to advance immigrants’ rights
- Engage in Census 2020 efforts to ensure that Latinxs are counted
- Participate in voter outreach and education
- Recruit and manage program volunteers
- Manage program related social media and text messaging service
- Assist in fund raising efforts
- Prepare program reports for the board of directors and funders
- Participate in other organizational activities and events
- Utilize our database and other tools to track program data and results
Qualifications:
- Fluent in Spanish and English (must be able to speak, read and write)
- At least 2 years’ experience in community organizing with Latinxs
- College degree preferred
- Ability to work with persons of varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
- Organized and strategic
- Team builder and team player
- Committed to social justice and equity
- Knowledgeable of Latin American cultures
- Proficient in MS Office programs
- Resilient and adaptable
- Able to manage priorities and deadlines
- Willing to work some evenings and weekends
Desired Attributes:
- Strong committment to EVH’s mission
- Able to relate to immigrants’ experiences
- Able to motivate and inspire community members and allies
- Knowledgeable of racial and gender equity principals
- Experience with grant writing and fundraising a plus
- Experience with volunteer management a plus
Compensation:
Salary range of $31,200 to $35,300 annually, depending on experience
10 days’ vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 days’ sick leave plus health insurance stipend
To apply:
No phone calls please. Email résumé and bilingual cover letter to info@evhnc.org, subject line “advocacy program manager”. Position open until filled.
