DIRECTOR OF ORGANIZING

DOLORES C HUERTA FOUNDATION•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director and President, the Organizing Director/Trainer is responsible for oversight and supervision of Community Organizers while designing and implementing power-building strategies and tactics to support civic engagement work.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills
Record keeping and reporting
Analytical and interpersonal skills
Advanced skills in facilitation of small and large group meetings
Strong commitment to social justice, racial justice and community empowerment
Public speaking skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently & as a team player
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, searching the web/Internet
Weekend and evening work required
Bilingual in English & Spanish
BA or BS from a four-year university or commensurate experience
3-5 years of training experience
3 years min. management experience

Responsibilities

Oversee training of staff, volunteers and community associates (Vecinos Unidos) in human rights to achieve social justice on identified issues through organizing.
Conduct training pieces on leadership development.
Supervise DHF Community Organizers in Kern, Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties.
Coach organizers to meet their organizing objectives per strategic and operational plans.
Coordinate and facilitate weekly departmental meetings.
Gather weekly reports from organizers and compile weekly department summaries for Executive Director.
Maintain clear and timely communication to and from the following levels: community members, community organizers, and Executive Director / President.
Coordinate and facilitate planning meetings.
Convey the DHF mission in interactions with others.
Participate in DHF fundraising events.
Oversee timely data entry of community contacts.
Attend staff meetings, director meetings, and submit weekly/monthly reports.
Other duties as assigned.