Civic Engagement Lead & Policy Advocate

Native-American-Youth-and-Family-Center-; Portland (OR); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NAYA Family Center seeks a Civic Engagement Strategist to support advocacy programming for NAYA Family Center and the NAYA Action Fund. This role leads LEAD program recruitment, coordinates logistics, supports presenters and participants, and creates opportunities for leadership development and alumni engagement across Oregon and Washington.

The role blends project management, communications, event planning, and stakeholder engagement to mobilize Native communities in the political process,

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in community advocacy, public policy, coalition building, nonprofit leadership, or nonprofit program work.
• Strong understanding of Native American history and urban Indian communities.
• Excellent project management, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Lead recruitment and coordinate the annual LEAD cohort selection.
• Plan and logistics for LEAD program events, including venues, meals, and graduations.
• Organize LEAD alumni events and engagement opportunities.
• Coordinate Legislative Days of Action activities in Oregon and Washington.
• Arrange advocacy events, town halls, and community forums.
• Support NAYA Action Fund communications, including social media and newsletters.
• Write policy and advocacy communications for outreach and engagement.
• Translate complex policy issues into accessible messaging for community members.

Connaissances

Project management

Organization

Planning

Attention to detail

Communication

Relationship-building

Active listening

Policy advocacy

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Communications, Political Science, Sociology, Urban Planning, or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

CaseWorthy

Web research

Email communications

Description du poste

NAYA Family Center seeks a Civic Engagement Strategist to support advocacy programming for NAYA Family Center and the NAYA Action Fund. This role leads LEAD program recruitment, coordinates logistics, supports presenters and participants, and creates opportunities for leadership development and alumni engagement across Oregon and Washington.

The role blends project management, communications, event planning, and stakeholder engagement to mobilize Native communities in the political process,