Alumni and Public Policy Coordinator

Jimmy Jazz; United States; Remote; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a dedicated Alumni and Public Policy Coordinator to enhance engagement with alumni and advocate for policy initiatives that empower single mothers. This role involves coordinating impactful programs, managing relationships with policymakers, and supporting advocacy efforts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a mission-driven environment, possessing strong communication and organizational skills. Join a team committed to breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering economic mobility for families. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in public policy or advocacy roles.
• Strong written communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate programs to deepen alumni engagement and mobilize policy change.
• Research public policy developments affecting single mothers.

Skills

Public Policy

Advocacy

Event Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Jeremiah Program (JP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping single mothers invest in themselves so they can thrive and advance towards economic mobility. We support access to higher education, affordable childcare, housing, skills training, and career development. JP is recognized for its successful two-generation strategy to disrupt poverty. We believe no mother should have to choose between investing in herself or supporting her children. Our holistic approach encourages single mothers to lead and bring their full identities into achieving their goals for economic mobility.

Founded in 1993, JP currently supports over 2,000 moms and kids across nine campuses: Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Brooklyn, Fargo, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Rochester.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Alumni & Public Policy, the Alumni and Public Policy Coordinator plays a crucial role in fostering strong relationships with JP alumni and advancing policy initiatives that amplify the voices of single mothers. This role involves coordinating programs and events to deepen alumni engagement, build leadership capacity, and mobilize policy change. The ideal candidate is proactive, mission-driven, and experienced in program coordination, event management, and policy research.

Primary Responsibilities

Alumni Programming

• Coordinate and support execution of JP Fellowship, Summit Weekend, and Career Volunteer Mentorship Program (CVMP), including managing stipends, contracts, expenses, reimbursements, and scheduling for interviews and selections.
• Provide logistical and communication support for Spark Tank and SummitX, including participant scheduling, reminders, and record-keeping.
• Assist in implementing the JP Alumni Mentorship Training and support the development of the JP Alumni App.
• Support the execution of the JP Legacy Award for various audiences.

Public Policy & Advocacy

• Research and stay informed on public policy developments affecting JP families, focusing on economic mobility for single mothers.
• Monitor legislative calendars and hearings, identifying opportunities for JP engagement and testimony.
• Coordinate logistics for policy initiatives such as Advocacy Days, GOTV events, civic education sessions, and community activities.
• Manage relationships with elected officials, government agencies, and coalitions to enhance JP’s policy impact.
• Draft policy memos, talking points, advocacy toolkits, and briefing materials.
• Collaborate with marketing and storytelling teams to highlight alumni voices through campaigns and advocacy stories.
• Support voter engagement strategies, including GOTV messaging, event logistics, and follow-up communications.
• Track and report on policy engagement metrics to inform strategies.

Communications & Logistical Support

• Manage scheduling of meetings, workshops, and events.
• Handle correspondence with alumni and participants, ensuring timely communication.
• Coordinate vendors and track expenses for events.
• Provide customer service by addressing inquiries.

Data & Administration

• Maintain accurate participant records using internal systems.
• Analyze alumni engagement data in collaboration with data teams.

Other duties may evolve over time as needed.

Requirements

• Deep commitment to JP’s mission and understanding of systemic barriers faced by single mothers and communities of color.
• 1-3 years of experience in public policy, advocacy, government affairs, or related nonprofit roles.
• Ability to translate public policy into accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of policy issues like affordable housing, higher education access, workforce development, and family economic security.
• Experience building relationships with policymakers and advocacy coalitions.
• Comfort attending or supporting legislative and advocacy events in person or virtually.
• Strong written communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in project management and logistics for advocacy and voter engagement campaigns.
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and data tools.
• Collaborative, flexible, self-motivated, and solution-oriented in a remote environment.

Preferred Locations: Boston, MA; Brooklyn, NY; Washington D.C.

Salary & Benefits

Salaries are based on experience and qualifications, aligned with internal equity. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.