Justice Coordinator (Part-time)

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 12,276 - 17,186; Part time

Job summary

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is looking for a Justice Coordinator to collaborate with the Lead Minister and support community engagement in justice initiatives. The successful candidate will have 3 years of experience, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and be committed to Unitarian Universalist values.

This position is 15 hours per week at a rate of $22 per hour and includes responsibilities such as community representation and supporting action groups. Interested applicants should send their resume and a cover email to [e-mail] by July 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local social and environmental justice organizations.
• Commitment to Unitarian Universalist principles and values.
• Ability to learn new software and database applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lead Minister to carry out the Mission and Vision.
• Coordinate and support lay leadership in Justice Ministry activities.
• Engage with justice-focused organizations in Durham.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Anti-racist competency

Education

3 years experience in an office environment

Tools

Google Docs/Calendar

MS Office Suite

Job description

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (ERUUF) is a caring, open-minded, and progressive religious community that seeks to make a difference in the larger community. The Fellowship is committed to racial equity and inclusion, to growing as a multicultural community, and seeks candidates that can help us live into that potential.

UUA Job Level: Specialist

Purpose: The Justice Coordinator is a member of the senior program staff and serves as a staff partner with primary responsibility for working with the congregation’s Justice Ministry and its Action Groups.

Reports to: Lead Minister.

Supervises: No direct supervision of other staff.

FLSA: Non-exempt from overtime

Work Schedule: 15 hours/week, including periodic evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities and Duties

Mission and Vision

• Collaborate with the Lead Minister in carrying out the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan of the Fellowship.
• Coordinate, strengthen, and support lay leadership in working toward the annual vision, goals, and activities of the Justice Ministry. Increase visibility, coordination of, and participation in ERUUF’s Justice Ministry programming.
• Justice Coordination

Community Engagement

• Work with the Lead Minister to effectively represent ERUUF in the larger community.
• Strengthen the congregation’s partnerships and engagement with justice-focused organizations and events in Durham, and in its involvement with the UU Justice ministry of North Carolina.
• Regularly meet with each Action Group leader to assess levels of community engagement and to provide support in the development of partner relationships and programming.

Administration

• Participate in weekly senior staff meetings, periodic training, and other staff events as requested.
• Attend and participate in Justice Ministry activities and events organized by Action Groups.
• Maintain awareness of JMC and Action Group financial activities; collaborate when appropriate.
• Provide advice and guidance, as needed, on administrative tasks of the JMC and Action Groups.

Education and Experience

3 years work experience that includes work in an office environment.

• Knowledge of Durham and other local social and environmental justice organizations.
• Knowledge of and commitment to Unitarian Universalist principles and values.
• Strong computer, software, and Internet skills; solid working knowledge of Google docs/calendar, MS Office Suite to include Word and Excel, with the ability to learn new software and database applications.

Core Competencies

• Interest in the practice of faith-based justice work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, reflect, and collaborate effectively with ministers, staff members, volunteers, and visitors.
• Self-motivated; able to solve problems and create solutions; initiate and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills; strong attention to detail.
• Able to develop and delegate to volunteers.
• Anti-racist and multi-cultural competency, with the ability to maintain interpersonal confidentiality, appropriate boundaries, and interact in a professional and sensitive manner with a diverse group of people.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Able to move around our campus and communicate clearly.

Compensation

• The Justice Coordinator position is 15 hrs/week. Rate: $22/hour

To Apply

Please send your resume attached to an email that outlines your interest and relevant experience to [e-mail] by July 31 2026; include the title of the position in the Subject line.

Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status.