The Outreach & Organizing Coordinator (OOC) works under the supervision of the Lead Organizing Coordinator (LOC) in the development of a neighborhood-driven agenda by focusing on targeted community outreach strategies. The OOC should be firmly grounded in the social justice movement with an intersectional approach, and demonstrate deep knowledge and understanding of the impact of COVID in communities of color, especially in East San José. This position is expected to provide expertise in community organizing, outreach strategies with the intention to connect families and individuals to basic services and organizing campaigns within SOMOS Mayfair and with our Sí Se Puede Collective (SSPC) partners.
The OOC will co-leading a team of Promotores, tasked to develop and execute outreach strategies to increase the number of community members involved in our organizing efforts. This team will be key to grow a base of SOMOS Mayfair, our SSPC partners; facilitate connections to all of the agencies of the Collective; and explore increased decision-making power of the community over resource allocation, service delivery, and programmatic strategies.
Responsibilities:
Develops work plans, messaging, and strategies with community leaders/promotoras
Develops a strong sense of teamwork/common purpose, relationship building and supports in conflict resolution with Guerrera’s teams
Develops program materials, monitors processes, data tracking and reporting systems.
Leads and supports Promotores in the development and implementation of outreach, campaign goals, and prioritization of strategies
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Qualifications:
Deep passion, commitment and experience advancing racial, economic and social justice in immigrant, working class and multi-generational communities and social justice organization
Strong communicator and demonstrates strong coordination and execution skills
2 year minimum experience working in as a Coordinator, Community Organizer or a similar position in a social justice organization
Experience with strategy development that includes and priorities community voice
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