Border Policy Advocacy Coordinator (in D.C.)
Job Description
Alliance San Diego is a community empowerment organization that is working to build a more inclusive and just democracy. Our mission is to empower diverse people and organizations to engage more effectively in the civic process to bring about the change we need so that all people can achieve their full potential in an environment of harmony, safety, equality and justice.
The Southern Border Communities Coalition (SBCC) is made up of regional networks in California, Arizona, New Mexico and Texas, who work together to engage in policy advocacy at the national level. The common goal is to increase the quality of life and protect the rights of people who live, work, and travel in the southern border region. Alliance San Diego provides staff to SBCC to advance its goals.
We now seek a Border Policy Advocacy Coordinator who will organize and coordinate support to advance the policy priorities of SBCC and border communities. This position is a key member of fast-paced and passionate teams at Alliance San Diego and SBCC.
A strong candidate understands policymaking at the national level and how to generate support for policies that benefit our diverse border communities. An ideal candidate has a curious and creative mind, exemplary attitude and exceptional work ethic. An ideal candidate has a background in policy and/or advocacy, as well as experience working in coalition. An ideal candidate has the organizational and analytical skills to monitor policies and convey information in a timely fashion. An ideal candidate is also passionate about, and has experience, working with border communities and/or marginalized communities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Border Policy Advocacy Coordinator will work with the border policy team at Alliance San Diego, reporting directly to the Border Policy Advisor in Washington, D.C. The primary responsibilities of the position are as follows:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
KEY COMPETENCIES
Compensation is commensurate with experience. We offer competitive pay and benefits and a collaborative work environment with colleagues who are dedicated to social justice.
Alliance San Diego is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all people to apply. Applicants shall not be discriminated against based on religion, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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