DIRECTOR OF CVIC ENGAGEMENT in Bakersfield, California at DOLORES C HUERTA FOUNDATION

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• The Civic Engagement Director will monitor and drive department progress toward achievement of DHF’s strategic and operational objectives.
• Lead advocacy, lobbying efforts on behalf of DHF.
• Participate in coalitions, seek strategic partnerships.
• Present advocacy proposals to the Executive Team and Board of Directors for approval and guidance.
• Research and track policies impacting communities DHF serves.
• Oversee the development and implementation of non-partisan civic and non-partisan voter engagement programs to support DHF’s base-building goals and objectives.
• Support the monitoring of local, regional, and statewide governing body activities and public meetings.
• Develop campaign plans in coordination with DHF Organizing teams as well as regional and statewide campaign partners.
• Develop and prepare Civic and outreach materials for organizers, canvassers, and volunteers.
• Oversee all monitoring and report forms, and assist with the development and maintenance of department calendars, electronic files, and reporting systems.
• Develop and oversee DHF’s Civic Engagement Programming.
• Maximize departmental capacity to use technological innovations in civic engagement.
• Supervise and coach Civic Engagement Staff.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Experience volunteering or working with the community, government leaders, and public servants
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak, write and present information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner that is tailored to the particular audience
• Ability to forge solid working relationships with colleagues & community members
• Ability to work with a team and independently organize work and accept guidance from senior managers
• Ability to complete assignments and work, including reporting
• Multilingual preferred

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience as a volunteer at a community, school, church, or labor organization
• Supervisory Experience

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in communications, public relations, or political science
• Government affairs experience
• Must have experience working with diverse communities