State Advocacy Coordinator #2025516

World Relief • Madison, WI

28d

About The Position

The Advocacy Coordinator will have statewide advocacy responsibilities, based in the World Relief Wisconsin region and serving from Madison. This role will coordinate and advance state-level policy initiatives for refugees and other immigrants through strategic advocacy, coalition-building, and effective communication. As Wisconsin’s State Lead for the Refugee Advocacy Lab, the Advocacy Coordinator will represent World Relief within this national coalition while collaborating with the local team to influence decision-makers and promote inclusive policies through strategic action and compelling advocacy.

Requirements

• Mature and personal Christian faith
• Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
• Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
• Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid Driver’s license and regular access to personal vehicle

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years applicable experience in public policy, communications, community engagement, or a related field
• Experience in public service or policy work preferred
• Fluent in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, Outlook
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and organize in a fast paced and fluid environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of immigration policy
• Immigrant candidates strongly encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Organize targeted advocacy meetings between community influencers and political leaders in Wisconsin to effect positive policy changes for immigrants in the state.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local media outlets and leverage media for immigration policy advocacy.
• Maintain relationships and communication with local, state, and national civic leaders.
• Plan and coordinate regular advocacy meetings and events.
• Serve as Wisconsin State Lead for the Refugee Advocacy Lab, representing World Relief within this national coalition. Coordinate with Lab core staff and other State Leads to align strategies, share best practices, and advance Wisconsin’s pro-refugee policy agenda. Act as the primary point of contact across the Lab’s partner network, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Engage and educate key stakeholders, including legislators, staff, and department officials, to build support for inclusive policies. Leverage coalition relationships and strategic advocacy to influence decision-makers and strengthen Wisconsin’s refugee and immigrant policy landscape.
• Travel outside of the Madison area for meetings and events, as needed.

Benefits

• World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, and part-time (25+ hours per week) employees
• World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees