Director of Organizing- MIRA

The Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition (MIRA), a statewide membership organization, advocates for the rights and opportunities of immigrants and refugees across the Commonwealth. MIRA advances this mission through education and training, leadership development, organizing, policy analysis and advocacy. MIRA has a membership of over 100 organizations across Massachusetts, and works with hundreds of partners and allies across the state.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Organizing will develop and supervise the implementation of a comprehensive Massachusetts and New England organizing plan in relation to the Coalition’s federal and state legislative priorities, including the recruitment, training and supervision of the organizing staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

· The development and implementation of a civic engagement and organizing strategy working with member organizations and partners in Massachusetts and the New England region;
· Supervise field organizer efforts working with member and partners organizations as well as young adults and youth;
· Engage the Member Relations Committee of the Board of Directors to increase membership;
· Integrate field organizing with policy and training efforts to support MIRA campaigns by convening committees of key stakeholders, coordinating district and State House education and actions to raise public awareness;
· Work with staff to organize quick and effective responses to challenges such as unfavorable legislation or policies, specific local issues, or negative media portrayals of the community;
·Engage elected officials as necessary regarding MIRA legislative priorities; and,
· Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications Sought

· Excellent leadership and motivational skills, including the ability to motivate and deal effectively with a broad range of individuals in both professional and community settings;
·Minimum Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of increasing responsibility as a community and institutional organizer;
·Proven experience in researching and strategically gathering information to evaluate organizing targets and implement organizing strategies;
· The ability to write organizing plans and grant proposals;
· Knowledge and understanding of issues of immigration required, including race, class, and gender, and the ability to assist others to develop that type of understanding; and,
· Ability to work well in a closely-knit staff team;
· State-wide travel is required; and,
· Bilingual/bicultural preferred.

Eligible for Health and Dental Plans. Salary range $48,000 - $52,000, depending on experience.

Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements by 6/23/06 to Samuelle LaCombe.

Mail: Director of Organizing Search, MIRA Coalition, 105 Chauncy St, 9th floor, Boston, MA 02111; Fax: (617) 350-5499; Email: slacombe@miracoalition.org; NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

The MIRA Coalition is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.