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Example from NEW JERSEY
Jubilee Interfaith Organization, a faith based
organization in metropolitan Newark, NJ comprised of six
counties, has an opening for a Lead Community Organizer.
Primary responsibility is to
continue to build this organization. Grassroots public
influence will stamp out the root causes of poverty and deal
with the metro politics that help to continue the disparity of
resources in Newark and the surrounding regional communities.
Organizers must have a deep
desire to address local and regional societal issues, find
leaders, and organize people, congregations and money to sustain
the organization. Must be a self-motivated, systemic thinker.
The positions are not social service or public relations
positions, although these experiences may enhance the position.
At least three years of organizing experience is desired for
this position.
The candidates for the Lead
Organizer must have rich experiences in community organizing, a
person of faith, and have the ability to help manage the Jubilee
organization, with financial and organizational development
skills. Organizing People and Money. Duties include day to day
management of the community based organization, as well as
assisting the leadership in defining organizational vision and
goals, and insuring the financial stability and health of the
organization.
Jubilee focus:
Transportation, Crime and Drugs, Education, Jobs/Economic
Development, Immigration, Youth, Congregational Outreach,
Leadership Team Development.
Skills:
Knowledge of political process/agenda, political savvy,
leadership training, strong communication/writing skills,
ability to handle diversity, to build key relationships with the
leadership of congregations, developing alliances with unions
and other community organization, while remaining independent,
promoting a social justice agenda.
The candidate must have a
complimentary degree and/or equivalent experience in organizing
congregational/community or union organizations, and must be
computer literate.
Organizers will
be trained by the organization,
and will be reviewed in accordance with their related
competencies and experiences. A special training week, is a
complimentary part of the recruitment process for screening
and/or orientation and is mandatory. Hartford, CT - July 25-31,
2004.
The Gamaliel Foundation, at
www.gamaliel.org/employment, has information for your use.
(Please review the listed job
description/ general standards
for organizers. All candidates
must review the job description prior to a discussion about the
position.
Jubilee Organizer Salary is
negotiable, but is generally in the range of 45 K to 60 K based
on experience, and responsibility.
Multicultural
Experience is important!.
(EEOE) Please apply early and no later than June 30, 2004.
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