La2050
Policy Director
La2050, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Full Salary Range:
USD $64,800.00/Yr. - USD $137,600.00/Yr.Department SummaryThe UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute seeks a dedicated and dynamic leader to lead our power building and policy advocacy strategies as Policy Director. We are looking for a candidate whose work experience demonstrates a nuanced understanding of how policy change happens and working knowledge of the range of domestic policy issues impacting U.S. Latine/x/o communities. The Policy Director will play a pivotal role in our vision to center the needs of Latine/x/o communities within current policy debates to improve governance at the local, state and federal level. The Policy Director will provide internal leadership to set strategy and directly supervise staff across project teams, as well as external leadership to strengthen organizational partnerships, build faculty, staff and student capacity, direct consultants, and facilitate collaborative work plans. The successful candidate will show high self-direction, sound professional judgment and strong interpersonal communication.Position SummaryReporting to the UCLA LPPI Deputy Director, the Policy Director is one of four area directors. The Policy Director oversees organizational strategy, projects, staff and vendors, and external partnerships across UCLA LPPI's policy advocacy, community mobilization and leadership development portfolios. Essential competencies and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Policy Research Development:
Coordinate internally with the UCLA LPPI Directors of Research to identify emerging policy issues to inform UCLA LPPI's research agenda, refine policy recommendations for research publications, elevate research findings and recommendations with policy influencers and stakeholders, and otherwise align mobilization activities to elevate UCLA LPPI research expertise and products for the purpose of driving policy outcomes. The incumbent will oversee two FTE.Government Affairs:
Effectively steward and strengthen UCLA LPPI's relationships with external stakeholder groups and organizations, including state and federal elected officials, government agency staff, Latine/x/o advocacy groups, news media, and philanthropic organizations, helping to identify shared interests, build mutual trust, advocate for and build capacity for data-driven policy making.Policy Expertise & Capacity Building:
With extensive knowledge of policy making processes, systems change and political campaigns, build the capacity of external partners, faculty experts, LPPI staff and students to identify levers of actionable policy change based off research findings with an emphasis on California state policy but the ability to navigate federal and municipal level opportunities.Coalition Building:
Identify relevant advocacy organizations and policy experts to create coalitions, working groups and networks to advance UCLA LPPI's research findings and policy recommendations and represent UCLA LPPI in these settings.Convening and Facilitation:
Leverage the convening power of the nation's number 1 public research university and emerging Hispanic-Serving Research Institution to bring together key partners and stakeholders.Strategic Communication:
Effectively communicate UCLA LPPI research findings, policy recommendations, and advocacy positions through exceptional written products and oral presentations.Staff Supervision:
Mobilize, manage and inspire diverse teams of staff, faculty and students eager to learn from each other and experts with many skills and life experiences.Project Management:
Able to manage and lead projects or initiatives of $1m budgets from the design through implementation, evaluation and successful completion.Salary & Compensation*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.QualificationsMinimum 10 Years Of relevant experience preferred, including management experience and a concentration in at least one of the following areas: urban policy, affordable housing, land, democracy and voting, civic engagement (Preferred)Deep understanding of the political landscape, especially in California, and the ability to navigate complex political processes. Knowledge of other states and federal and experience in political campaigns is a plus. (Required)Expertise in federal and California state legislative processes with working knowledge of municipal-level and other non-governmental entities in driving impactful policy change. (Required)Expertise in State Government relationships and a well-established network of relationships with key figures in state government, including legislators and agency officials. (Required)Strong connections with other Latino organizations and advocacy groups. (Required)Interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to interact diplomatically and effectively with colleagues and visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds. (Required)Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in a busy office environment. (Required)Proficiency in crafting persuasive written materials to effectively convey policy positions. (Required)Strong project management skills to effectively plan and execute advocacy campaigns. (Required)Clear and compelling communication skills, both written and verbal. (Required)Skill in working independently, prioritizing tasks and following through on assignments with minimal supervision. (Preferred)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsBachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)Master's Degree Public Policy (Preferred)Other Type of Degree Advanced degree in equivalent field (Preferred)Other Type of Degree Equivalent combination of relevant experience and Education. (Preferred)Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.Schedule:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered:
99-Policy CoveredTo apply, please visit:
https://apptrkr.com/5352775
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USD $64,800.00/Yr. - USD $137,600.00/Yr.Department SummaryThe UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute seeks a dedicated and dynamic leader to lead our power building and policy advocacy strategies as Policy Director. We are looking for a candidate whose work experience demonstrates a nuanced understanding of how policy change happens and working knowledge of the range of domestic policy issues impacting U.S. Latine/x/o communities. The Policy Director will play a pivotal role in our vision to center the needs of Latine/x/o communities within current policy debates to improve governance at the local, state and federal level. The Policy Director will provide internal leadership to set strategy and directly supervise staff across project teams, as well as external leadership to strengthen organizational partnerships, build faculty, staff and student capacity, direct consultants, and facilitate collaborative work plans. The successful candidate will show high self-direction, sound professional judgment and strong interpersonal communication.Position SummaryReporting to the UCLA LPPI Deputy Director, the Policy Director is one of four area directors. The Policy Director oversees organizational strategy, projects, staff and vendors, and external partnerships across UCLA LPPI's policy advocacy, community mobilization and leadership development portfolios. Essential competencies and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Policy Research Development:
Coordinate internally with the UCLA LPPI Directors of Research to identify emerging policy issues to inform UCLA LPPI's research agenda, refine policy recommendations for research publications, elevate research findings and recommendations with policy influencers and stakeholders, and otherwise align mobilization activities to elevate UCLA LPPI research expertise and products for the purpose of driving policy outcomes. The incumbent will oversee two FTE.Government Affairs:
Effectively steward and strengthen UCLA LPPI's relationships with external stakeholder groups and organizations, including state and federal elected officials, government agency staff, Latine/x/o advocacy groups, news media, and philanthropic organizations, helping to identify shared interests, build mutual trust, advocate for and build capacity for data-driven policy making.Policy Expertise & Capacity Building:
With extensive knowledge of policy making processes, systems change and political campaigns, build the capacity of external partners, faculty experts, LPPI staff and students to identify levers of actionable policy change based off research findings with an emphasis on California state policy but the ability to navigate federal and municipal level opportunities.Coalition Building:
Identify relevant advocacy organizations and policy experts to create coalitions, working groups and networks to advance UCLA LPPI's research findings and policy recommendations and represent UCLA LPPI in these settings.Convening and Facilitation:
Leverage the convening power of the nation's number 1 public research university and emerging Hispanic-Serving Research Institution to bring together key partners and stakeholders.Strategic Communication:
Effectively communicate UCLA LPPI research findings, policy recommendations, and advocacy positions through exceptional written products and oral presentations.Staff Supervision:
Mobilize, manage and inspire diverse teams of staff, faculty and students eager to learn from each other and experts with many skills and life experiences.Project Management:
Able to manage and lead projects or initiatives of $1m budgets from the design through implementation, evaluation and successful completion.Salary & Compensation*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.QualificationsMinimum 10 Years Of relevant experience preferred, including management experience and a concentration in at least one of the following areas: urban policy, affordable housing, land, democracy and voting, civic engagement (Preferred)Deep understanding of the political landscape, especially in California, and the ability to navigate complex political processes. Knowledge of other states and federal and experience in political campaigns is a plus. (Required)Expertise in federal and California state legislative processes with working knowledge of municipal-level and other non-governmental entities in driving impactful policy change. (Required)Expertise in State Government relationships and a well-established network of relationships with key figures in state government, including legislators and agency officials. (Required)Strong connections with other Latino organizations and advocacy groups. (Required)Interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to interact diplomatically and effectively with colleagues and visitors from diverse cultural backgrounds. (Required)Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in a busy office environment. (Required)Proficiency in crafting persuasive written materials to effectively convey policy positions. (Required)Strong project management skills to effectively plan and execute advocacy campaigns. (Required)Clear and compelling communication skills, both written and verbal. (Required)Skill in working independently, prioritizing tasks and following through on assignments with minimal supervision. (Preferred)Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal AffiliationsBachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)Master's Degree Public Policy (Preferred)Other Type of Degree Advanced degree in equivalent field (Preferred)Other Type of Degree Equivalent combination of relevant experience and Education. (Preferred)Special Conditions for EmploymentBackground Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.Schedule:
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Union/Policy Covered:
99-Policy CoveredTo apply, please visit:
https://apptrkr.com/5352775
#J-18808-Ljbffr