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Long Beach, California
The LGBTQ Center Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
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District of Columbia
Washington, District of Columbia
National Employment Law Project
New York, NY
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Washington, District of Columbia
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Washington, DC
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Washington, District of Columbia
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Washington, DC
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Georgia
Massachusetts
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Montana
Human Rights Campaign
Washington, DC
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White Plains, New York
The LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center
White Plains, NY
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Community Resource and Volunteer Coordinator
Long Beach, California
Is remote? No
The LGBTQ Center Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Website: http://www.centerlb.org
Posted: February 12, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Kate Katzban-Beren, Community Outreach and Operations Manager
Email: katek@centerlb.org
Phone: 562-434-4455
Link to posting: https://www.centerlb.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/0...
Job Description
The Community Resource & Volunteer Coordinator (CRVC) provides daily administrative support to The Center’s operations, volunteer staffing, community resource acquisition, special events, and program management. Under the guidance of the Community Outreach & Operations Manager the CRVC will be responsible for growing and coordinating a diverse volunteer corps including recruitment, training, placement, supervision, and recognition. The CRVC will also represent The Center and its programs through internal and external communications including social media, e-newsletters, and community outreach. Must be available to work weekends and evenings
Development Manager
Los Angeles, California
Is remote? No
It Gets Better Project
Los Angeles, CA
Website: https://itgetsbetter.org/
Posted: January 8, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Careers
Email: info@itgetsbetter.org
Link to posting: https://itgetsbetter.org/blog/opportunity/staff-development-manager/
Executive Director
San Francisco, California
Is remote? No
Our Family Coalition
San Francisco, CA
Website: https://www.ourfamily.org
Posted: January 7, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Catie, DiFelice
Email: search@kevinchasesearch.com
Link to posting: https://bit.ly/37GEHuv
Job Description
For nearly 25 years, Our Family Coalition (OFC) has been providing critically needed resources and support to LGBTQ families in the Bay Area and beyond. Through Direct Services, Education, and Advocacy on behalf of its constituents, OFC is creating a more inclusive and just world where LGBTQ families – and those seeking to form families – enjoy the same support, visibility, and access to resources as all other parents and families. Since its founding, OFC has built community, supported LGBTQ parents and caregivers, educated communities about family diversity, trained child-serving professionals, and advocated (alongside partner organizations) for changes in policy to reflect and include LGBTQ families.
The Executive Director will assume day-to-day operating and oversight responsibility for Our Family Coalition, including Organizational Leadership, Fundraising & Revenue Development, Staff Management, Community/ External Relations, Fiscal and Administrative Management, and Board Relations. In partnership with the Board of Directors, the E.D. will set a clear strategic vision and overall direction for OFC that integrates and expands its efforts in advocacy, education, family support, social networking, and community organizing, to maximize the impact of its work.
A primary accountability of the new E.D. will be to ensure the OFC remains a visible, healthy, and sustainable champion for LGBTQ+ families with a focus on the following organizational priorities:
- Strengthen/support a team and organization coming out of a period of significant transition
- Grow and diversify fundraising programs, capacity, and results
- Bring vision and critical thinking to how OFC invests limited human and financial resources
- Continue driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts at all levels of OFC
- Raise visibility, awareness, and understanding of OFC’s work & accomplishments
This E.D. will also function as a public representative of OFC and will work to expand relationships with constituents, volunteers, allies, policy makers, LGBTQ+ partners and other allied social justice movements to advance the organization’s mission.
The new Executive Director will be a positive, experienced, and visionary leader with a high level of emotional intelligence and professional maturity. They will have proven skills in fundraising and relationship management as well as organization and team leadership. They will bring a collaborative, inclusive, and transparent management style, combined with a commitment to support, mentor, and develop a close-knit team of dedicated professionals.
The ideal candidate will have a deep personal connection to OFC’s work and mission and an appreciation of the unique needs and contributions of LGBTQ families. This person will be empathetic and people-centered and, at the same time, bring the professional skills, discipline and rigor to lead the organization to new levels of growth and success. Regardless of professional background, a deep understanding of and commitment to full LGBTQ equity and inclusion is required; as is successful track record of successful leading across diverse ages, races, socio-economic statuses, ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of five-years of experience in a senior-level leadership role, preferably as the head of a nonprofit organization or educational institution
- Intersectional understanding of LGBTQ+ cultural, political, and equity/justice issues
- Professional history including direct services, policy/advocacy, organizing, and/or capacity building, preferably in a LGBTQ+ or allied social justice environment
- Ability to set strategic vision and motivate team, Board, and external constituents to work collaboratively toward shared goals
- Able to positively coach and mentor others;
- Proven success in fundraising and/or business development, including effective donor engagement and track record of revenue growth
- Financial oversight and budget management experience in an organization of comparable size and complexity
- Experience building and maintaining effective partnerships and coalitions at both the grassroots and grass tops levels
- Strong written and oral communications skills
- Exceptional decision-making, analytical, and planning skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent/applicable professional experience will be considered
Desired Personal Characteristics
- Passionate commitment to Our Family Coalition’s mission, values, and theory of change
- Calm, steady, and intentional approach to leadership and management
- Keen attention to detail, coupled with the ability to think strategically
- Strong interpersonal skills and high level of self-awareness
- Ability to manage effectively up, down, and across and to set boundaries/make difficult decisions as necessary
- Sense of humor, accessibility, and ability build strong, trusting relationships
- Comfortable addressing issues of discrimination and bias that face individuals and families who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, trans, non-binary, and or people of color
- Openness to feedback from staff, Board, program participants, and other stakeholders
- Tenacity and resilience as well as a commitment to self-care
Director of Social Insurance
Washington, District of Columbia
Is remote? No
National Employment Law Project
New York, NY
Website: http://www.nelp.org
Posted: February 3, 2020
Contact Information
Email: nelp@nelp.org
Link to posting: https://www.nelp.org/job/director-social-insurance/
Job Description
The National Employment Law Project (NELP) seeks a Director of Social Insurance who will lead a dynamic team and seek to deepen and expand our work as it relates to public programs that provide economic security to workers and their families. We are seeking someone with 10 years of experience in advancing workers’ rights, promoting work and racial equity, working in partnership with anti-racist, Black-led organizations, and with expertise in social insurance policies.
Executive Assistant
Washington, District of Columbia
Is remote? No
National Employment Law Project
New York, NY
Website: http://www.nelp.org
Posted: January 14, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Frank Gattie, Office Coordinator
Email: nelp@nelp.org
Phone: 2122853025
Link to posting: https://www.nelp.org/job/executive-assistant-2/
Job Description
The National Employment Law Project (NELP) seeks a proactive, hands-on Executive Assistant to support the organization’s Executive Director and its management and development operations. NELP tackles complex employment challenges in an ever-shifting environment. This means that we need to stay on top of our game while managing multifaceted initiatives and collaborating with partners across the U.S. In this environment, the Executive Assistant plays a critical role in enhancing our Executive Director’s effectiveness and keeping her office running smoothly. While the Executive Assistant will primarily support NELP’s Executive Director, they will also play a pivotal role in coordinating communications and meetings for our management team and board of directors; planning events; and supporting our development operations.
Associate I, Fiscal and Economic Policy, State Fiscal Health
Washington, District of Columbia
Is remote? No
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Washington, DC
Website: https://www.pewtrusts.org
Posted: January 15, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email: recruiter@pewtrusts.org
Link to posting: https://www.click2apply.net/z65gy73sk543pfy9
Job Description
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Overview The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. For more than 70 years, we have focused on serving the public, invigorating civic life, conducting nonpartisan research, advancing effective public policies and practices, and achieving tangible results. Through rigorous inquiry and knowledge sharing, we inform and engage public-spirited citizens and organizations, linking diverse interests to pursue common cause. We are a dedicated team of researchers, communicators, advocates, subject matter experts, and professionals working on some of today's big challenges – and we know we are more effective and creative collectively than we are individually. With Philadelphia as our home town and the majority of our staff located in Washington, D.C., our U.S. and international staff find working at Pew personally and professionally rewarding.
Wise stewardship of resources allows Pew employees to pursue work that strategically furthers our mission in significant and measurable ways. We collaborate with a diverse range of philanthropic partners, public and private organizations, and concerned citizens who share our interest in fact-based solutions and goal-driven initiatives to improve society. Pew attracts top talent, people of integrity who are service-oriented and willing to take on challenging assignments. We provide competitive pay and benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and a respectful and inclusive workplace. Pew employees are proud of their colleagues, proud of where they work, and proud of the institution's reputation.
Project Overview
Position Overview
The position, based in Pew's Washington, D.C., office, reports to the senior manager, fiscal and economic policy. The position has a set time frame that could be extended based on the success of the program, funding sources, and board decisions on continued support. Responsibilities
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The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Apply here: https://www.click2apply.net/z65gy73sk543pfy9 PI117155362 |
Senior Associate, Fiscal and Economic Policy, State Fiscal Health
Washington, District of Columbia
Is remote? No
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Washington, DC
Website: https://www.pewtrusts.org
Posted: January 15, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Email: recruiter@pewtrusts.org
Link to posting: https://www.click2apply.net/sg9ygvf7x6cfpt4h
Job Description
Overview
The Pew Charitable Trusts uses data to make a difference. For more than 70 years, we have focused on serving the public, invigorating civic life, conducting nonpartisan research, advancing effective public policies and practices, and achieving tangible results. Through rigorous inquiry and knowledge sharing, we inform and engage public-spirited citizens and organizations, linking diverse interests to pursue common cause. We are a dedicated team of researchers, communicators, advocates, subject matter experts, and professionals working on some of today's big challenges – and we know we are more effective and creative collectively than we are individually. With Philadelphia as our home town and the majority of our staff located in Washington, D.C., our U.S. and international staff find working at Pew personally and professionally rewarding.
Wise stewardship of resources allows Pew employees to pursue work that strategically furthers our mission in significant and measurable ways. We collaborate with a diverse range of philanthropic partners, public and private organizations, and concerned citizens who share our interest in fact-based solutions and goal-driven initiatives to improve society. Pew attracts top talent, people of integrity who are service-oriented and willing to take on challenging assignments. We provide competitive pay and benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and a respectful and inclusive workplace. Pew employees are proud of their colleagues, proud of where they work, and proud of the institution's reputation.
Project Overview
The state fiscal health project helps states advance sound, data-driven policies and practices that build fiscally well-managed states.
The project: 1) conducts independent and nonpartisan research that documents states' fiscal and economic challenges and opportunities to address them; 2) provides targeted technical assistance that helps state and local policymakers design and execute policies that improve their governments' long-term fiscal health; 3) designs and promotes fiscal management models and tools that help state and local government officials evaluate policy options; and 4) supports networks and seminars that engage and educate key stakeholders.
Position Overview
The senior associate will provide strategic guidance and support on the project's new lines of research, with a focus on issues impacting long-term state fiscal health, structural budgets, and recession readiness.
The senior associate, based in Pew's Washington, D.C., office, reports to the senior manager. The position has a set time frame that could be extended based on the success of the program, funding sources, and board decisions on continued support.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with project leadership, contribute to explorations of new topics in fiscal and economic policy. Identify key policy issues, develop research questions, conduct and coordinate research efforts, and prepare concise internal written materials and external publications.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on the project's recession readiness and long-term budgeting work. In collaboration with project leadership, develop and execute engagement strategies, state-specific research, and technical assistance materials.
- Build and maintain a deep understanding of the policy and political landscape in selected states; identify and monitor emerging issues relevant to project issue focus and project goals.
- Contribute writing and editing support to projects as they develop new research products, including major reports, issue briefs, and shorter pieces of timely content.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with subject-matter experts, key organizations, and in-state stakeholders to support the project's research agenda and to advance project goals.
- Support issue-area exploration and research product development across multiple project issue areas to ensure coordination across the state fiscal health project.
- Contribute to and participate in broader portfolio and Pew-wide projects and activities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree is required, advanced degree preferred.
- At least four years of applicable experience.
- Previous experience working with state or local governments, or in an executive budget or legislative analyst office setting, is desirable.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively to produce a variety of written products for a range of audiences—including technical experts, policymakers, and the general public.
- Ability to set short and long-term planning goals in line with program strategy and objectives and a task-oriented working style, with a focus on achieving clear and ambitious goals.
- Demonstrated project and time-management skills, including the ability to think strategically, juggle multiple priorities, adjust to changing circumstances, resolve problems creatively and logically, organize time efficiently, and remain attentive to details
- Strong analytical skills, including an ability to synthesize information and identify themes.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work professionally and collegially within a creative, fast-paced corporate culture that emphasizes excellence and teamwork.
- Acute political awareness and non-partisan perspective and approach.
Travel
This position requires occasional domestic travel to meetings and conferences.
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.
The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Digital Media Manager
WASHINGTON, District of Columbia
Is remote? No
Human Rights Campaign
Washington, DC
Website: http://hrc.org/
Posted: January 23, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Nick Winchester
Phone: 2022161568
Link to posting: https://hrc-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index....
Job Description
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
Position Summary:
The Digital Media Manager reports directly to the Associate Director, Digital and Social and helps create content and manage campaigns, programs and assets for the Human Rights Campaign’s online properties, mostly focusing on HRC’s blog and social media properties, related to the HRC Foundation, volunteers and field work.
Position Responsibilities:
- Produce creative content for the organization’s blog and social networking sites.
- Help produce and maintain HRC’s blog.
- Lead on edits, approvals and roll outs for all blog posts.
- Ensure brand integrity on blog and digital platforms.
- Help maintain and enforce editorial style guidelines on all content.
- Assist in the execution of rapid response campaigns.
- Update social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
- Check support requests and respond to tickets.
- Maintain the integrity and quality of HRC’s online properties through ongoing review and maintenance, quality assurance testing, updating out-of-date content and purging/archiving expired content.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with a strong preference for two to four years of experience working on a blog or digital media team.
- Experience working under pressure and managing a diversity of opinions on each project.
- Experience with content management systems, support ticketing systems, blog maintenance, Facebook, Twitter and other social media tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be fluent in AP Style.
- Must be a proactive self-starter.
- Flexibility and willingness to take on routine tasks as needed. Team player and a positive attitude are necessary, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and focus on details and follow-up.
- Flexibility with work schedule; this position requires “on call" evening and weekend work.
- Ability to handle multiple projects at once, to keep pace with the 24-hour news cycle, and work quickly and accurately.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word) and Google Apps (Gmail, Google Docs and Drive).
- Well-rounded, creative type with a talent for communicating online.
- Proficient with a Content Management System (CMS).
- Proficient in Adobe Photoshop or other graphic editing applications.
- Experience with using the web as a medium for advocacy and social justice.
- Personal interest in and commitment to LGBTQ equality.
*We require a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to apply for this job.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Chief Executive Officer, CenterLink
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Is remote? No
McCormack+Kristel
Palm Springs, CA
Website: http://mccormackkristel.com
Posted: February 4, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Michelle Kristel, Managing Partner
Email: search@mccormackkristel.com
Phone: 2125315003
Link to posting: https://mccormackkristel.com/centerlink-chief-executive-officer/
Director of Programs
Miami, Florida
Is remote? No
Pridelines - Miami
Miami, FL
Website: http://www.pridelines.org/
Posted: January 7, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Marsharee Chronicle, Chief Operating Officer
Phone: 305-571-9601
Link to posting: https://pridelines.org/employment
Job Description
Pridelines' Director of Programs reports to the COO and is responsible for the development, implementation, management, supervision and evaluation of the organization's programs and services. As a member of the senior management team, the Director of Programs participates in strategic planning and budgeting initiatives in addition to problem solving. They work within the mission of the organization to provide diverse programming to the LGBT+ community in an affirming, compassionate, and safe environment.
SONG Regional Organizer
Atlanta, Georgia
Is remote? No
Southerners On New Ground
Atlanta, GA
Website: http://southernersonnewground.org/
Posted: January 27, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Mary Hooks, Co-Director
Email: hiring@southernersonnewground.org
Phone: (404) 549-8628
Link to posting: https://database.southernersonnewground.org/sites/...
Job Description
To apply: Please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hiring@southernersonnewground.org by Sunday, February 9, 2020. Please put REGIONAL ORGANIZER POSITION in the subject line.
SONG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender/ gender identity/ gender expression, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status, disability, background, having been incarcerated or marital status.
Legal Director, GLAD
Boston, Massachusetts
Is remote? No
McCormack+Kristel
Palm Springs, CA
Website: http://mccormackkristel.com
Posted: January 23, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Michelle Kristel, Managing Partner
Email: search@mccormackkristel.com
Phone: 2125315003
Link to posting: https://mccormackkristel.com/glad-legal-director/
Chief Financial Officer
Highland Park, Michigan
Is remote? No
Ruth Ellis Center
Highland Park, MI
Website: http://ruthelliscenter.org
Posted: January 8, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Nick Davis-Piotrowski
Phone: 313-252-1950
Link to posting: https://easyapply.co/a/88d3bf14-ee78-4832-9269-f34f32da8c89
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The CFO is responsible for directing the fiscal functions of the agency in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, the Securities and Exchange Commission, and other regulatory and advisory organizations and in accordance with financial management techniques and practices appropriate within the non-profit industry. The CFO also provides oversight to the organization’s quality assurance functions. The CFO must be adept in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, and be dedicated to building rapport and positive team working relationships with a broad and diverse community of staff, persons served and other stakeholders.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Accounting or Finance
- At least ten (10) years’ experience including management of the finance and administration of a high-growth $1-$5 million organization (preference given to non-profit experience).
- Experience in identifying existing process improvement and in quality assurance.
- Knowledge of the Human Resources function.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, and Google Suite Software.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters of Business Administration, Finance & Accounting or Non-profit Administration
- LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning) cultural and diversity competency.
- Familiarity with the Ruth Ellis Center’s principals of work (trauma informed care, harm reduction, restorative justice, and positive youth development).
- CPA License
Director of Finance and Administration
Highland Park, Michigan
Is remote? No
Ruth Ellis Center
Highland Park, MI
Website: http://ruthelliscenter.org
Posted: January 8, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Nick Davis-Piotrowski
Phone: 131-252-1950
Link to posting: https://easyapply.co/a/65646d9f-7fb8-4ffe-85a1-40fcafb1c247
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director of Finance and Administration is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of the infrastructure needed to support and grow the organization. The Director oversees the fiscal functions of the organization in accordance with general accepted accounting principles issues by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, and in accordance with compliance requirements of various granting agencies, and the financial management techniques and practices of the nonprofit industry. The Director will build and manage effective financial and operations systems, including financial, accounting, audit, quality assurance, information technology, and physical infrastructure. The Director must be adept in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, and be dedicated to building rapport and positive team working relationships with a broad and diverse community of staff, persons served and other stakeholders.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or Finance.
- At least five to eight years’ experience, including management of finance and administration of a high-growth $1-$5 million organization (preference given to non-profit experience).
- Experience in identifying existing process improvements and quality assurance.
- Training or experience and high proficiency in full Microsoft Office Suite.
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters of Business Administration or Nonprofit Administration.
- LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, and Questioning) cultural and diversity competency.
- CPA license
Associate Regional Campaign Director (CO, SD, ND, WY, NM, MT, ID & UT)
Montana
Is remote? Yes
Human Rights Campaign
Washington, DC
Website: http://hrc.org/
Posted: January 24, 2020
Contact Information
Email: nick.winchester@hrc.org
Link to posting: https://hrc-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/index....
Job Description
We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply. HRC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone, including non-LGBTQ people, to join our team.
Position Summary:
HRC, in collaboration with our state equality partners, works to defend and advance pro-LGBTQ policies at all levels of government, hold elected officials accountable for their votes and actions, and elect pro-equality champions to office.
The Associate Regional Campaign Director is a regular, full-time position reporting to a Deputy Campaign Director and is based within the region (CO, SD, ND, WY, NM, MT, ID & UT).
The Associate Regional Campaign Director will work with a Deputy Campaign Director to develop and execute proactive and holistic campaign plans to win elections and legislative outcomes. At the direction of a Deputy Campaign Director, the Associate Regional Campaign Director will have primary responsibility for a significant geographic area encompassing several states, will directly manage discrete campaigns or projects within the region, and may directly supervise temporary employees and contractors in the execution of those campaigns or projects.
They will be a critical thinker and thought partner who grasps HRC’s long-term goals and the dynamics that shape our work in the electoral and legislative space, while understanding the day-to-day execution necessary to deliver on our mission. They will enjoy managing a variety of projects simultaneously and will have the organizational skills necessary to stay on top of that scope of work. They will thrive in a fast-paced, campaign-like environment and bring with them an inclination to solve problems creatively.
Position Responsibilities:
- Help create a presence for HRC and serve as a point of access to HRC in the region.
- Develop and implement strategic legislative and electoral campaign plans for priority states in the region in collaboration with in-state partner organizations and HRC leadership, ensuring the integration of these plans into HRC’s strategic legislative, electoral, membership, communication and education goals.
- Implement strategies to support HRC-endorsed candidates in federal, state, and local elections, as well as provide assistance to HRC-supported ballot initiative campaigns in the region.
- Implement strategies to support federal, state, and local legislation in states within the region, and provide technical support and assistance to maximize HRC’s local lobbying efforts.
- Lead HRC’s efforts to partner effectively with state and local LGBTQ and allied organizations in the region to advance the goals of the LGBTQ movement.
- Implement outreach efforts in the region to selected constituencies, including people of color, transgender communities, religious communities, business leaders, youth, and others.
- Serve as the primary staff liaison to HRC steering committees in the region with regard to the committees’ political activities. Increase the number of grassroots volunteers and advocates identified and willing to take action in support of HRC’s electoral and legislative priorities.
- Design and implement advocacy training programs for volunteers and supporters in the region.
- Ensure that all volunteer outreach and engagement is meticulously tracked in VAN and reports are submitted as required.
- Share HRC’s commitment to inclusion and the intersectionality of the LGBTQ movement by integrating campaign and outreach efforts to defend and advance shared advocacy priorities like reproductive rights, immigrant rights, and other civil rights causes.
- Hire and manage temporary employees and contractors, as well as supervise the work of other HRC employees on deployment.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Five or more years in community, issue, labor, legislative or electoral organizing strongly preferred, including substantial experience supervising staff or volunteers representing a rich mix of experience, backgrounds, and perspectives.
- A demonstrated record of successful coalition-building (experience in states in the relevant region preferred).
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a metrics-driven issue or electoral campaign effort.
- Demonstrated experience with VAN and a familiarity with other standard organizing and advocacy tools and social media required.
- Must have strong speaking and writing skills, and strong verbal communication skills.
- Strong skills with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Apps (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Drive).
- Must be located within the region no more than one hour from a major airport and able to travel for weeks or months at a time to support specific, time-limited campaigns.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have reliable vehicle available because this position requires extensive travel.
- Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in other languages a plus, especially Spanish.
- Strong interest in the rapidly changing LGBTQ equality movement and a working knowledge of LGBTQ issues. A demonstrated commitment to advancing HRC’s goals and objectives.
All positions at the Human Rights Campaign may require travel on a regular basis or periodically. Where the need arises for business travel, appropriate compensation as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act will apply.
No phone calls or emails, please. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to queries about application status.
Senior Manager of Supporter Engagement
Remote, New York
Is remote? Yes
All Out
New York, NY
Website: https://allout.org/en/work-us#op-240861-full-stack-developer
Posted: January 21, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Devorne Hormeku, Operations and Marketing Associate
Email: jobs@allout.org
Phone: 3472010985
Link to posting: https://allout.org/en/work-us#op-372042-senior-manager-of-supporter-engagement
Job Description
Did you know that in nearly 70 countries it's a crime to be gay and in 10 it can cost you your life? All Out is mobilizing hundreds of thousands of people and their social networks to build a powerful global movement for love and equality. Our mission is to build a world where no person will have to sacrifice their family or freedom, safety or dignity, because of who they are or who they love.
By working online and offline, and in close partnership with human rights defenders in every region in the world, All Out and our members have a real impact on some of the most urgent fights for LGBT+ rights.
To help us move forward this mission, All Out is currently looking for a Senior Manager of Supporter Engagement, preferably located on U.S. East Coast or in the UK. Interested candidates can apply here: http://bit.ly/38nBbWx
Case Manager- TGNCNB Program
White Plains, New York
Is remote? No
The LOFT: LGBT Community Services Center
White Plains, NY
Website: http://www.loftgaycenter.org
Posted: January 24, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Judy Troilo, Executive Director
Email: judy@loftgaycenter.org
Phone: 914-948-2932
Link to posting: http://www.loftgaycenter.org/job_opportunities
Job Description
Full-time Case Manager for TGNCNB program
Includes Health Benefits.
NC Statewide Organizer
North Carolina
Is remote? No
Southerners On New Ground
Atlanta, GA
Website: http://southernersonnewground.org/
Posted: January 27, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Mary Hooks, Co-Director
Email: hiring@southernersonnewground.org
Phone: (404) 549-8628
Link to posting: https://database.southernersonnewground.org/sites/...
Job Description
To apply: Please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to hiring@southernersonnewground.org by Sunday, February 9, 2020. Please put NORTH CAROLINA CAMPAIGN AND STATEWIDE ORGANIZER POSITION in the subject line.
SONG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender/ gender identity/ gender expression, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status, disability, background, having been incarcerated or marital status.
Program Officer, LGBTQ Equality
Durham, North Carolina
Is remote? No
Laughing Gull Foundation
Durham, NC
Website: https://www.laughinggull.org/
Posted: February 4, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Hez Norton, Executive Director
Phone: 919-688-7302
Link to posting: https://careers-tsne.icims.com/jobs/1519/program-o...
Job Description
All submissions will be acknowledged and are confidential. Candidates should include a resume and a cover letter that describes how their qualifications and experience match the needs of LGF. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit materials by March 1, 2020. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with priority given to those received by this date.
People of color, women, and LGBTQ people are encouraged to apply. The Laughing Gull Foundation is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. LGF does not discriminate against any individual based upon their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, immigration status, national origin, marital/domestic partner status, former incarceration status, or disability.
LGF’s ability to achieve its mission is enhanced by a diverse team, an inclusive culture, and strategies that apply an equity lens. LGF seeks candidates who possess the knowledge, skills, and lived experience that contribute to the diversity of our team and share a commitment to equity.
Please, no calls.
Conference Coordinator
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Is remote? No
Mazzoni Center
Philadelphia, PA
Website: https://mazzonicenter.org
Posted: February 13, 2020
Contact Information
Name: Tricia Dressel, Director of Human Resources
Email: tdressel@mazzonicenter.org
Link to posting: https://www.mazzonicenter.org/conference-coordinator
Job Description
This position will act as the lead logistical coordinator of the Philadelphia Trans Wellness Conference and projects directly relating to the conference. The position supports the planning and implementation of the conference, its workshops, and meetings by contributing to the conceptualization, organization, and execution of the events, and providing substantive, logistical, and administrative services. The position will work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders from different departments.