Health Equity Organizing Manager

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Santa Maria | Santa Barbara | Oxnard | Lompoc

Health Equity Organizing Manager

Job Description

BRIEF HISTORY

Future Leaders of America (FLA) began as a grassroots response to the lack of Latinx role models in Oxnard, California. For 40 years, FLA has provided over 9,700 low-income Latinx youth and their families with personal development, leadership development, educational experiences, and advocacy training in Ventura and Santa Barbara County. FLA has worked tirelessly to develop strong communities through youth leadership, organizing, and advocacy. The organization seeks positive role models who can continue the legacy of FLA leadership in the community.

FLA’s MISSION

FLA develops youth resiliency and leadership to create long-lasting systemic change by empowering and mobilizing youth leaders to advocate for policies that improve their lives and the lives of their peers and their communities.

FLA’s TARGET POPULATION

Future Leaders of America (FLA) is a community and critical resource dedicated to enhancing the cultural and educational experiences of Latinx youth on the Central Coast. When the voices, experiences, and histories of Latinx youth are recognized, the opportunity for self-development emerges, and the foundation for critical thinking in leadership forms. FLA actively serves and welcomes all youth through a peer-to-peer leadership curriculum that is responsive to the diverse Latinx experience on the Central Coast.

POSITION OVERVIEW

FLA seeks a full-time Health Equity Organizing Manager to advance health equity and youth-led organizing and advocacy campaigns that prevent substance abuse and promote wellness on the Central Coast. The Manager will supervise two full-time organizers who carry out prevention grant activities (ADP, OurSB, and MAT Access) focused on opioid, drug, and alcohol use.

This position will guide and coordinate FLA’s Youth Wellness Coalition, a countywide coalition of 12 community-based organizations/agencies committed to addressing youth alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. The Manager will train, guide, and supervise organizers as they mobilize youth and community partners to lead local campaigns, ensure all prevention grant deliverables are met, and foster strong partnerships with decision-makers and stakeholders.

By blending grassroots organizing with policy and advocacy, the Policy and Health Equity Manager will help youth leaders and coalition members move solutions forward, ensuring their voices and lived experiences shape healthier, more equitable communities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Policy, Advocacy & Prevention Oversight

• Supervise and mentor two full-time prevention organizers, supporting their professional growth, leadership, and accountability to grant deliverables.
• Track and ensure compliance with prevention grant objectives, reporting, and outcomes (ADP, OurSB, MAT Access).
• Maintain knowledge and expertise on local, state, and national policies and trends impacting prevention and youth wellness.
• Support youth-led advocacy efforts through policy research, data collection and analysis, training, and strategic communications.
• Build strategic partnerships with coalitions, community leaders, and institutions to advance policy outcomes.

Coalition Leadership

• Lead and coordinate the Youth Wellness Coalition, including building partnerships with 12 community-based organizations/agencies.
• Plan and facilitate monthly coalition meetings to address youth alcohol and drug issues and mobilize collective action for effective prevention strategies.
• Provide training, tools, and guidance for coalition members to advocate for and advance youth-focused alcohol and drug prevention policies.
• Ensure coalition goals and objectives are met, aligned with FLA’s broader advocacy strategy.
• Lead and support participatory action research, community assessments, and data collection efforts that inform public health, drug and alcohol, prevention campaigns, and education equity, ensuring findings are shared with youth leaders, coalition members, and community partners to strengthen advocacy strategies.

Communication & Organizing

• Develop communications that highlight youth prevention work, including fact sheets, talking points, and media outreach.
• Collaborate with youth leaders and organizers to design and implement grassroots campaigns that influence policy and raise awareness, ensuring alignment with prevention grant objectives and FLA’s organizational priorities.
• Serve as a role model for youth by demonstrating leadership, integrity, and commitment to social justice.
• Collaborate with partner organizations on civic engagement and nonpartisan voter education efforts that support health equity campaigns.

Management Responsibilities

• Supervise two full-time community organizers, supporting their professional growth, leadership, and accountability in delivering grant-funded initiatives, including the mobilization, recruitment, and execution of FLA’s Youth Leadership Conference, University Seminars, Family Leadership Conference, Youth Organizing and Facilitation Trainings, Youth Coalitions (FLAMA), and Voter Engagement Campaigns.
• Oversee community organizers’ collection of evaluations and data from all participants as required by prevention grant activities.

General and Other

• Support with grant writing and reporting connected to prevention and youth wellness initiatives.
• Work with funders by attending regularly scheduled meetings, providing updates, and requesting necessary materials to ensure compliance and alignment with grant objectives.
• Collaborate with FLA’s leadership development and civic engagement staff to integrate prevention and health equity strategies into year-round leadership development opportunities.
• Promote FLA’s mission and goals, seizing opportunities to advance them in community and policy settings.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Policy, or related field, or equivalent experience in prevention.
• 3–5 years of experience in grassroots community organizing and/or prevention program management.
• Knowledge of public health and prevention policy, especially related to youth alcohol, drug, and opioid use.
• Experience supervising staff or managing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to lead coalitions and partnerships.
• Strong background in grant compliance, tracking deliverables, and reporting (prevention grants strongly preferred).
• Cultural awareness competency (first generation, Latinx, Indigenous, Immigrant) and commitment to social justice (immigration, environmental, anti-blackness, LGBTQ ).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including facilitation, public speaking, and media outreach.
• Tech-savvy, with skills in data tracking, communications, and virtual platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple prevention initiatives, work independently, and collaborate across teams.

SCHEDULESOur work schedules vary, primarily according to our programming schedule. Weekly work schedules are typically planned by you and your supervisor(s) up to a week in advance. Because we are a youth services organization, most programming occurs after school/work hours. You must understand and anticipate that your schedules will vary and will occasionally include working weekends and travel throughout the region, state, and nation.

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENTIt is important to note that employment with FLA is based on mutual consent for an unspecified term and is considered employment-at-will. Accordingly, either you or FLA - with or without cause or advance notice - can terminate the employment relationship at any time. Future Leaders of America, Inc. also has the right to change the terms and conditions of your employment with or without notice, including but not limited to termination, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties, and location of work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Staff are expected to participate in fundraising events, including but not limited to Latino Legacy Awards, Alumni Reencuentro, meet and greets, and annual posadas. Staff should also have a valid driver’s license with insurance and dependable access to a car to drive for work. A background and driver's check is required prior to employment. All staff are expected to follow FLA’s Code of Excellence in all responsibilities and interactions.

REPORTS TO: Associate Leadership Development Director, Eva Maria Catalan

STATUS: FULL-TIME, EXEMPT

ANNUAL SALARY: $65,700

• 3.5% base salary annual increase in January 2026
• FLA offers a benefits package for our full-time employees, including:
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance (plus 75% coverage for your spouse or child)
• Aflac Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 2% match of annual compensation.
• Paid vacation (two weeks per year) and sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• Ongoing professional training in major gifts solicitation
• A commitment to work-life balance and a fun, self-driven working environment

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to Subject: Health Equity Organizing Manager. The position will be open until filled.

Future Leaders of America, Inc. has a deep commitment to fostering equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds and represents all genders, ages, beliefs, and identities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,700.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,700