Policy & Grassroots Advocacy Coordinator

Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Maternity leave eligibility

Quarterly bonus program

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic is seeking a Coordinator Advocacy & Government Relations to mobilize communities in support of reproductive health access and freedom. The role identifies constituencies, develops mobilizing strategies, coordinates online supporter engagement, and advances PPHP’s mission through volunteers and community partnerships.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in community organizing or campaigns, a bachelor’s degree preferred, bilingual Spanish is a plus, and comfort

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in political studies/public policy, social work, or related area.
• 1–3 years of experience with community organizing, political campaigns, coalition building, and/or legislative process.
• Demonstrated verbal, written, project coordination, and community organizing skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Ability to utilize technology, such as database and Web sites, to further public affairs goals.
• Experience working with diverse staff, volunteers and community representatives.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the creation of annual Advocacy & Government Relations work plan.
• Plans and facilitates events for and communications with activists.
• Manages short-term advocacy and organizing projects in the region.
• Builds partnerships with allied organizations and coalitions; represents PPHP externally.
• Recruits, trains, and mobilizes volunteers for grassroots actions.
• Serves as liaison to other departments and collaborates on special events.
• Develops presentations about legislation, policy, and advocacy for coalition partners.

Skills

Advocacy coordination

Volunteer management

Community organizing

Public policy

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in political studies/public policy, social work, or related area

Tools

Database software

Job description

Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic is seeking a Coordinator Advocacy & Government Relations to mobilize communities in support of reproductive health access and freedom. The role identifies constituencies, develops mobilizing strategies, coordinates online supporter engagement, and advances PPHP’s mission through volunteers and community partnerships.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in community organizing or campaigns, a bachelor’s degree preferred, bilingual Spanish is a plus, and comfort