This Fellowship offers hands-on experience amplifying the impact of Silicon Valley's nonprofit community. It guides fellows in utilizing an equity-centered framework, expanding their network, and preparing for a future in a related field.
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The Nonprofit Policy & Advocacy Fellowship allows recent graduates and young professionals to collaborate with leaders across the nonprofit community. Reporting to the Policy Director, the Fellow will work closely with SVCN’s Policy Team, conducting original research, offering critical resources and learning opportunities for nonprofits, curating content for SVCN’s Policy Update newsletter, and producing insightful policy briefings, reports, and publications.

The Fellowship will run for (1) year and may be extended (6) additional months depending on project needs. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a hybrid schedule in our office at the Sobrato Nonprofit Center in San José, California.

The Policy + Advocacy Director plays a crucial role in leading SVCN’s policy and advocacy efforts, driving impactful initiatives that support local nonprofits in building thriving and equitable communities.

Reporting to the CEO, this role collaborates closely with SVCN’s leadership and Policy Council to develop and implement a strategic public policy agenda, execute advocacy campaigns, and represent SVCN in the community. The Director fosters relationships with local elected officials, engages nonprofits in policy advocacy, and supervises a small team to amplify SVCN’s mission, making your role integral to our success.

This is a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to a small yet influential organization. The position is based in San José, California; SVCN’s team currently works in a hybrid capacity in the office at the Sobrato Nonprofit Center and from their homes.