- Helping to develop and advocate for the Federation’s SRHR and health disparities policy agenda (Federal, NY, CT, FL);
- Coordinating regular communications with member agencies, community advocates and coalition members;
- Writing advocacy letters, position papers and press statements;
- Monitoring and assessing the impact of local, state and federal developments on Latino community with regards to reproductive rights, and other health disparities;
- Serve as an advocate and HF representative in policy forums, coalition meetings, including potentially providing testimony before legislative and regulatory bodies; and
- Managing the logistics of advocacy conferences, rallies, meetings, conference calls and coalition-related events.
Requirements: Minimum of a BA/BS degree and at least three years of professional experience, preferably in reproductive rights, health public policy advocacy and/or community organizing. Experience building and leading alliances with strategic partners is desired. Candidate must also have a strong ability to develop work plans, manage budgets, set deadlines, oversee multiple projects and duties simultaneously, and prioritize assignments. Excellent, well-developed verbal and writing skills are essential. Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills and a demonstrated commitment to Latino community are necessary. Ideal applicants will be efficient, results-oriented with high energy and exhibit an exceptional ability to work with others.
Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please email your resume and cover letter to Almirca Santiago asantiago@hispanicfederation.org
No calls please.
