Tahirih Justice Center
Alliance for Immigrant Survivors Advocacy Coordinator
Tahirih Justice Center, Falls Church, Virginia, United States, 22042
The Alliance for Immigrant Survivors (AIS) is a national network of advocates and allies dedicated to defending and advocating for policies that ensure immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other gender-based abuses have access to life-saving protections that all survivors of violence deserve. The organizations that co-chair AIS are ASISTA, Esperanza United, the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence and the Tahirih Justice Center. AIS works to ensure that the needs of immigrant survivors are addressed in policy initiatives and efforts to end sexual and domestic violence and the movement for immigrants' rights and immigration reform. AIS envisions a future where everyone, regardless of gender or immigration status, can live in safety and thrive.
To achieve these goals, the co-chair organizations of AIS coordinate a network of advocates and allies who address gender-based violence to take action on policies that impact immigrant survivors; harness the collective skills and energy of a growing number of advocates to center and protect immigrant survivors; analyze the impact of immigration-related policies on survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other gender-based abuses; provide tools and resources to stakeholders about the effects of immigration policy on survivors' abilities to access necessary protections and services; and leverage communications strategies to inform and engage stakeholders while positively influencing the public narrative around immigrant survivors.
This position will be located in the greater Washington DC area, bound to a two-year funding source.
To learn more about the Alliance for Immigrant Survivors and its work, please visit www.immigrantsurvivors.org .
JOB SUMMARY
The Advocacy Coordinator will be responsible for developing and executing a two-year policy advocacy blueprint to advance the mission of the Alliance for Immigrant Survivors (AIS). While this role serves AIS, led by four co-chair organizations, the person in the role will be an employee of the Tahirih Justice Center and day-to-day supervision will be provided by the Director of Public Policy of the Tahirih Justice Center. This position will work in close coordination with AIS co-chair policy leads at Esperanza United, ASISTA, and the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence and Tahirih's Senior Immigration Counsel. The Advocacy Coordinator will also collaborate with AIS coalition member organizations and serve as the primary point of contact for policy advocacy and messaging for AIS policy positions and campaigns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In consultation with AIS co-chair leads and member organizations, facilitate the development of a two-year policy advocacy blueprint and strategic work plan to advance the mission of AIS (this should include federal and possibly state based administrative and legislative policy advocacy strategies and goals) Lead the coordination of AIS policy advocacy strategies and goals Collaborate with AIS Communications staff to create messaging and campaign materials that generate participation in advocacy among member organizations and AIS supporters Track and analyze policy developments related to immigration reform and gender-based violence Strengthen and expand AIS relationships with key federal agencies and on the Hill Plan and coordinate advocacy days, webinars, and other education and outreach events that inspire collective action among advocates in the movement to end violence against women and the movement for immigrant rights and immigration reform In rapid response and crisis moments, work with AIS co-chairs and communications staff to educate and direct member organizations, supporters, and external partners in coordinated response Utilizing a trauma informed and survivor centered approach, engage and collaborate directly with immigrant survivors on policy advocacy when appropriate Coordinate content for and facilitate monthly AIS Policy Working Group Meeting and provide support for the Steering Committee and Administrative Advocacy Subcommittee meetings This Job Description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities that are required of the employee. The precise duties and responsibilities of the job may change over time in response to shifting political landscapes, priorities and needs.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience & Skills
Expert knowledge of legal and policy issues relating to gender-based violence and immigration Experience engaging in or coordinating federal advocacy campaigns Self-starter and team player able to carry out own work and provide leadership to advance the policy goals and mission of AIS Strong aptitude for written and oral communication with and presentation to both legal and non-legal audiences Collaborative style and ability to work well in teams Strong follow up, time management and organizational skills, detail oriented, and able to work successfully in a virtual environment Skilled in networking and coalition-building and proven ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) as well as Zoom and other online meeting technologies Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, cultural humility, and social justice, as well as trauma-informed and survivor-centered storytelling and advocacy PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred but not mandatory requirements of the job - other skills
Fluency in a language other than English Master's degree in public policy, law degree, or similar area or bachelors degree with equivalent experience Experience working with survivors of violence and trauma and those from diverse cultural backgrounds (inclusive of lived expertise)
Tahirih Justice Center is committed to equal opportunity and promoting equity and transparency as core values. Tahirih practices inclusiveness in decision making through the use of consultation with employees throughout the organization. Tahirih does not discriminate against any person on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, ability, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Applicants committed to equity from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and identities are encouraged to apply.
Work Authorization:
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation : This is a part time position requiring 28 hours per week with an annual salary of $76,600. This position is funded for two years with a start date as soon as possible.
To achieve these goals, the co-chair organizations of AIS coordinate a network of advocates and allies who address gender-based violence to take action on policies that impact immigrant survivors; harness the collective skills and energy of a growing number of advocates to center and protect immigrant survivors; analyze the impact of immigration-related policies on survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and other gender-based abuses; provide tools and resources to stakeholders about the effects of immigration policy on survivors' abilities to access necessary protections and services; and leverage communications strategies to inform and engage stakeholders while positively influencing the public narrative around immigrant survivors.
This position will be located in the greater Washington DC area, bound to a two-year funding source.
To learn more about the Alliance for Immigrant Survivors and its work, please visit www.immigrantsurvivors.org .
JOB SUMMARY
The Advocacy Coordinator will be responsible for developing and executing a two-year policy advocacy blueprint to advance the mission of the Alliance for Immigrant Survivors (AIS). While this role serves AIS, led by four co-chair organizations, the person in the role will be an employee of the Tahirih Justice Center and day-to-day supervision will be provided by the Director of Public Policy of the Tahirih Justice Center. This position will work in close coordination with AIS co-chair policy leads at Esperanza United, ASISTA, and the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence and Tahirih's Senior Immigration Counsel. The Advocacy Coordinator will also collaborate with AIS coalition member organizations and serve as the primary point of contact for policy advocacy and messaging for AIS policy positions and campaigns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
In consultation with AIS co-chair leads and member organizations, facilitate the development of a two-year policy advocacy blueprint and strategic work plan to advance the mission of AIS (this should include federal and possibly state based administrative and legislative policy advocacy strategies and goals) Lead the coordination of AIS policy advocacy strategies and goals Collaborate with AIS Communications staff to create messaging and campaign materials that generate participation in advocacy among member organizations and AIS supporters Track and analyze policy developments related to immigration reform and gender-based violence Strengthen and expand AIS relationships with key federal agencies and on the Hill Plan and coordinate advocacy days, webinars, and other education and outreach events that inspire collective action among advocates in the movement to end violence against women and the movement for immigrant rights and immigration reform In rapid response and crisis moments, work with AIS co-chairs and communications staff to educate and direct member organizations, supporters, and external partners in coordinated response Utilizing a trauma informed and survivor centered approach, engage and collaborate directly with immigrant survivors on policy advocacy when appropriate Coordinate content for and facilitate monthly AIS Policy Working Group Meeting and provide support for the Steering Committee and Administrative Advocacy Subcommittee meetings This Job Description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities that are required of the employee. The precise duties and responsibilities of the job may change over time in response to shifting political landscapes, priorities and needs.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience & Skills
Expert knowledge of legal and policy issues relating to gender-based violence and immigration Experience engaging in or coordinating federal advocacy campaigns Self-starter and team player able to carry out own work and provide leadership to advance the policy goals and mission of AIS Strong aptitude for written and oral communication with and presentation to both legal and non-legal audiences Collaborative style and ability to work well in teams Strong follow up, time management and organizational skills, detail oriented, and able to work successfully in a virtual environment Skilled in networking and coalition-building and proven ability to establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with a variety of individuals and groups Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) as well as Zoom and other online meeting technologies Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, cultural humility, and social justice, as well as trauma-informed and survivor-centered storytelling and advocacy PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred but not mandatory requirements of the job - other skills
Fluency in a language other than English Master's degree in public policy, law degree, or similar area or bachelors degree with equivalent experience Experience working with survivors of violence and trauma and those from diverse cultural backgrounds (inclusive of lived expertise)
Tahirih Justice Center is committed to equal opportunity and promoting equity and transparency as core values. Tahirih practices inclusiveness in decision making through the use of consultation with employees throughout the organization. Tahirih does not discriminate against any person on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, ability, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Applicants committed to equity from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities and identities are encouraged to apply.
Work Authorization:
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Compensation : This is a part time position requiring 28 hours per week with an annual salary of $76,600. This position is funded for two years with a start date as soon as possible.