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Advocacy & Civic Engagement Program Manager
Full-time Bilingual Position Available Immediately

An Equal Opportunity Employer

El Vínculo Hispano (EVH) seeks a dynamic and motivated individual to lead our Advocacy and Civic Engagement Program. The program’s goals 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 Latinxs in Chatham County to exercise their leadership skills, identify issues of common concern and develop strategies to address these issues
• Coordinate leadership, civic engagement, and know your rights trainings
• Develop rapid response strategies to address raids and deportations
• Coordinate power of attorney legal clinics
• Assist in the case management of families impacted by raids or deportations
• Engage in advocacy efforts to with and for Latinxs to advance immigrants’ rights
• Represent EVH in regional and statewide coalitions
• Participate in non-partisan GOTV efforts and voter 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:

• Excellent communication skills in Spanish and English (must be able to speak, read and write)
• At least 2 years’ experience in community organizing
• College degree preferred
• Ability to work with persons of varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
• Organized and strategic
• Team player
• Committed to social justice and equity
• Knowledgeable of Latin American cultures
• Proficient in MS Office programs
• Resilient and adaptable
• Able to work independently and manage priorities and deadlines
• Willing to work some evenings and weekends

 Desired Attributes:

• Strong commitment 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 in volunteer management a plus

Compensation:
Salary range of $37,000 to $39,500 annually commensurate with experience. 10 days paid vacation, 11 paid holidays, 12 days’ sick leave, and health insurance stipend

To apply: 
Email bilingual cover letter and résumé to info@evhnc.org, subject line “advocacy program manager”. Position open until filled. No phone calls please.

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