DIRECTOR OF ORGANIZING

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Executive Director and President, the Organizing Director/Trainer is responsible for oversight and supervision of Community Organizers while designing and implementing power-building strategies and tactics to support civic engagement work.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee training of staff, volunteers, and community associates (Vecinos Unidos) in human rights to achieve social justice through organizing.
• Conduct leadership development trainings.
• Supervise DHF Community Organizers in Kern, Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties.
• Coach organizers to meet objectives aligned with strategic and operational plans.
• Coordinate and facilitate weekly departmental meetings.
• Gather weekly reports from organizers and compile departmental summaries for Executive Director.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with community members, organizers, Executive Director, and President.
• Coordinate and facilitate planning meetings.
• Convey the DHF mission in all professional interactions.
• Participate in DHF fundraising events.
• Oversee timely data entry of community contacts.
• Attend staff and director meetings and submit weekly and monthly reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PROGRAM & COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support development and execution of organizing strategies aligned with civic engagement goals.
• Ensure effective coordination between organizing staff and leadership.

COALITION & EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT

• Represent DHF in community meetings, trainings, and events as assigned.

DATA, REPORTING & ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure accurate record keeping and reporting of organizing activities.
• Oversee data management related to community contacts and campaign tracking.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS from a four-year university or commensurate experience.
• 3–5 years of training experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of management experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
• Strong oral and written communication, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Advanced facilitation skills for small and large group meetings.
• Strong commitment to social justice, racial justice, and community empowerment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet research tools.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires extended periods of sitting, standing, and facilitating meetings; regional travel; attendance at evening and weekend events; and participation in community-based activities.