Youth Organizer

5 days ago


Oakland, California, United States Families in Action for Quality Education Full time
Job Summary

Families in Action for Quality Education is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Organizer - Education Advocate to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to increase access to quality public education for underserved families in Oakland.

Key Responsibilities
  • School-Based Organizing: Develop and lead school-based organizing teams to promote and defend the interests and values of underserved students and families.
  • Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, including community leaders, educators, and policymakers, to advance our mission.
  • Leadership Development: Identify, recruit, and train youth leaders to become effective advocates for education equity.
  • Project Management: Develop and implement project plans to achieve our goals, including data tracking and project management.
  • Coalition Building: Build and maintain strong coalition relationships among school personnel, community organizations, and elected officials.
Requirements
  • Passion for Education Equity: A deep commitment to increasing access to quality public education for underserved families.
  • Community Organizing Experience: Proven experience in community organizing, with a focus on education equity and social justice.
  • Strong Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak clearly and persuasively in small and large group settings.
  • Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to analyze policies and institutions.
  • Collaboration: A willingness to work collaboratively as a member of a dynamic team.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Language Skills: Proficiency in Spanish.
  • Local Knowledge: Experience working in Oakland, CA, and/or familiarity with the local education landscape.
  • Community Development Experience: Experience working in African American, Latinx communities, and/or multi-racial, multilingual communities.
  • Education Policy Knowledge: Knowledge of education policy, reform, and development.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Salary: A competitive salary range of $50,000 - $80,000, depending on experience.
  • Benefits Package: An excellent benefits package, including health care and an employer-matched 401K plan.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for professional development, including training and coaching.


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