Witness for Peace Solidarity Collective New England Regional Organizer, Part-Time (Fall 2020)

Roles and Responsibilities

Maintaining, creating and building individual and organizational relationships region-wide with religious and academic institutions, social and political movements, peace and justice groups, and international solidarity organizations
Planning and executing a inter-regional Fall speakers tour and regular virtual events/meetings
Recruiting for and supporting regional solidarity delegations to Cuba, Colombia and Honduras
Participating in and expanding WFPSC through weekly calls, committee work and joint actions
Contributing to local and national solidarity coalitions and campaigns related to WFPSC
Preparing and disseminating regional fundraising appeals, email blasts and urgent actions
Identifying and applying for local and national grants and related funding sources
Growing + engaging our regional base through analysis, updates, presentations and campaigns
Managing all regional social media content (Facebook, G Suite, website, etc)
Keeping financial records and tracking all organizational expenses and incomes

Qualifications

Commitment to Witness for Peace Solidarity Collective’s mission and vision
In-depth knowledge of historical/contemporary US policies & practices in Latin America
Strong understanding of/experience with current Latin American and US social movements
Background in community organizing, social justice and/or international solidarity work
Fluency/high proficiency in Spanish (written and oral)
Bachelor’s degree or working towards one
Excellent written, verbal and digital communication
Exemplary people, analytical and organizational skills
Self-motivated, detail-oriented and driven by creative initiative
Solid computer, social media and technical skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, on committees and in large groups
Dependability, flexibility, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Willingness to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to travel regionally, inter-regionally and internationally when air travel resumes
Having regular access to a vehicle (fuel reimbursed) is highly recommended—not required
Proficiency with Google Suite, Office Suite, Action Network, Canva, Facebook and Wix

Start & End Dates

Training begins in August 2020, though there is some flexibility here
Absolute minimum commitment through 1/1/21 (though ideally a one-to-two year position)

Time Commitment and Location

10-20 hours per week, though specific days and distribution of hours are flexible
We will consider all candidates located in the Northeastern United States

Compensation

This position comes with a modest stipend for four months of part-time work (negotiable)
The expectation is that you will fundraise for your own position, with support from WFPSC, from thereon out, through resumed programming, delegations, and appeals; if not, it will become an unpaid volunteer position
There are currently no health, dental or other benefits offered

How to Apply

Send your résumé and cover letter to: newengland@solidaritycollective.org with subject line:

“2020-21 New England Regional Organizer Position”

Applications considered on a rolling basis