COVID vaccination required.Exemptions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis upon requestApplications without a cover letter, resume and writing sample will not be considered completeTitle:Assistant Director/Director of Immigration AdvocacyReports to:Senior Director of Census and Voting ProgramsSupervises:Three full-time staff membersTerm:ImmediatelyStatus:Full time, Exempt Employee, 40 hours/week.Salary:$70,000-$95,000Position Summary:The Assistant Director/Director of Immigration Advocacy will be primarily responsible for developing and providing public policy research, strategies, analysis and education on immigration and immigrant rights initiatives.An advocate for fair immigration laws and policies, the Assistant Director/Director will work to advocate for reforms that will benefit Asian Americans and the broader immigrant community.The Assistant Director/Director will work with his/her counterparts at the other Advancing Justice affiliates to promote alignment with our immigration strategies and to maximize the effectiveness of our collective endeavors.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Organizational Leadership and Strategic PlanningAct as thought partner to the Senior Director of Census and Voting Programs on issues related to immigration.Management, oversight and collaboration with three FTE staff members in the immigration department.Work closely with the executive team, organization staff, and board of directors to provide leadership and direction in setting budgets, program goals and strategies, advancing new ideas and innovation that align with our organizational mission and strategic plan.Work closely with the executive team, to share responsibility to spearhead cross-affiliate initiatives amongst our internal divisions.Plan and Strategize Activities Related to the Immigration In consultation with the Senior Director of Census and Voting Programs, identify, organize and implement strategies related to immigration;Advocate to key legislators and executive branch officials to advance fair immigration laws, regulations, guidelines, and policies that benefit the Asian American community.Provide public policy research and analysis on immigration issues; Monitor and analyze legislation, regulations, and policies; prepare testimony, comments, and other relevant material;Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic communications plans related to immigration; including providing content support, responding to press inquiries and making public speaking appearances as necessary and appropriate.Engage in the development and implementation of Community Partners Network strategies, tactics and activities on immigration as well as in other areas of policy work as necessary and appropriate; andDevelop, Implement and Maintain External Relationships and Partnerships Build and maintain excellent relationships with affiliates and the relevant legal and advocacy groups within the civil rights and Asian American communities nationally and locally;Develop community education materials; provide technical assistance to community based organizations nationwide; conduct community training, outreach and education;Coordinate program planning and implementation with Advancing Justice-AAJC affiliates to identify areas for potential impact litigation and amicus briefs; andAssist with building strong partnerships with private practice attorneys who can support Advancing Justice-AAJC projects.FundraisingContribute to the development and implementation of a development supported growth strategy for immigration, including the identification of donor prospects through work with peer organizations and other professional contacts and the development of potential programmatic elements that may be of particular interest to donors/prospects;Work with the finance and development teams to craft project budgets and contribute to the development of grant proposals relating to immigration;Provide content/information for donor communications and materials (donor newsletters, action alerts, special reports from the executive director, social media postings, etc.); andAttend meetings with prospects/donors as necessary and appropriate.EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:Bachelors Degree; Masters Degree in Public Policy or a Juris Doctorate Degree preferred. Four-eight years of relevant experience working on federal legislative/regulatory issues either in the federal government (preferably on the Hill or federal agency) or in a governmental affairs department at a nonprofit.Skills, Knowledge and AbilitiesAbility to operationalize vision, think strategically, creatively problem solve, exercise good judgment and lead change. Successful track record of forging alliances, working in coalitions, and moving people to take collective action.Facilitative and collaborative leadership style with strong people skills. Experience working with diverse groups from various sectors ranging from grassroots to policy institutions.Fundraising experience including building and developing relationships.Excellent communicator and writer with experience as a spokesperson who can articulate messages to different audiences, including the media.Strong supervisory skills and experience with proven ability to manage, coach and mentor staff and work collegially with management team members.Ability to adapt to changing priorities and balance competing assignments is necessary. Knowledge of immigration issues, particularly as they pertain to Asian Pacific Americans.Experience navigating administrative and legislative processes.Must have the ability to plan, organize, and help to oversee a comprehensive program.Desired QualificationExperience and knowledge in Asian American, civil and human rights issues.by Jobble