Advocacy & Civic Engagement Program Manager

Full-time Bilingual Position Available Immediately
May 2019

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.

EVH is an equal opportunity employer that is  committed to diversity and inclusion.
Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religious beliefs, disability, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation.