Advocacy Coordinator

AACI•San Jose, CA

7d•$55,000 - $64,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Advocacy Coordinator works with the Director of Advocacy to manage and coordinate AACI’s three major advocacy areas: advocacy in support of AACI programs; advocacy on issues affecting AACI clients and staff; and relationship cultivation and advocacy in external coalitions. The role also works with program staff and the Resource Development Department to coordinate messaging, communications, fundraising efforts, and community relations. The position involves building relationships with elected officials, policymakers, government departments, external organizations, coalitions, and community leaders. It coordinates the AACI Community Advisory Council and supports community-facing training, programs, events, workshops, and presentations. The coordinator monitors public meeting agendas for relevant legislation, helps develop AACI’s positions on key issues, maintains records of program activities and outcomes, and supports communications and community outreach. Work is conducted in a standard office environment and in the community. Occasional evening and weekend work is required, and the role may require driving and travel up to 5% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience related to public health, public policy, political science, and/or communications.
Experience in community outreach and engagement, community relations, or a related field.
Experience with public speaking.
Ability to perform the duties described in the job posting.
Good writing and presentation skills.
Proficiency in standard office software and digital communication platforms.
Effective organizational and coordination skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse cultural, professional, and experiential backgrounds.
Verbal and written fluency in English.
If driving is required: a valid California driver license, current personal auto insurance, and an MVR sufficient to maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Director of Advocacy to cultivate relationships with elected officials, policymakers, and City and County departments and offices.
Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations, advocacy coalitions, grassroots leaders, and grasstops leaders.
Coordinate the AACI Community Advisory Council, including recruitment, meeting logistics, agenda development, and meeting facilitation support.
Monitor public meeting agendas for relevant pending legislation, alert program staff, and collaborate with the Director of Advocacy to develop AACI positions on key issues.
Assist program staff in planning and organizing community-facing training, programs, and events.
Assist in developing and coordinating meetings, workshops, and presentations to provide education and training.
Maintain detailed records of program activities and outcomes.
Partner with the Resource Development Department to develop messaging, social media content, and other communications.
Collaborate with AACI departments to help staff understand new policies and inform community members about available services and resources.
Participate in community, special, and media events.
Complete other duties and related projects as assigned.