Senior Policy & Community Advocacy Lead (Hybrid)

Greater-Chicago-Food-Depository; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life and disability

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Generous paid time off

Parental leave

On-site gym

ThrivePass lifestyle and wellness

$250 employee referral bonus

Job summary

Greater Chicago Food Depository seeks a Senior Coordinator to advance advocacy and community engagement across local, state, and federal efforts. You will manage stakeholder engagement, track policy developments, and help coordinate cross-functional initiatives with partners and directly impacted community members.

The role emphasizes collaboration, training advocates, organizing events, and supporting Get Out the Vote efforts while maintaining relationships with elected officials and coalition

Qualifications

• 3+ years in advocacy, community organizing, or nonprofit work.
• Strong written and oral communication for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision.
• Experience engaging directly impacted communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and logistical support for lobbying events and meetings.
• Draft advocacy communications and recruit/train advocates.
• Monitor policy developments at federal, state, and local levels.
• Support Get Out the Vote initiatives and coalition activities.
• Coordinate coalition partners and community stakeholders.
• Maintain records and reporting for engagement activities.

Skills

Advocacy and policy

Coalition building

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Quorum

Stratus

Job description

Greater Chicago Food Depository seeks a Senior Coordinator to advance advocacy and community engagement across local, state, and federal efforts. You will manage stakeholder engagement, track policy developments, and help coordinate cross-functional initiatives with partners and directly impacted community members.

The role emphasizes collaboration, training advocates, organizing events, and supporting Get Out the Vote efforts while maintaining relationships with elected officials and coalition