Organizational Overview
The Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to grow the connection, capacity, and consciousness of communities to strengthen pro-immigrant power in Florida. With 80+ organizational members across the state, FLIC is a hub for social justice organizations that share the vision of making Florida a true home for immigrants and all.
Job Description
Membership Organizers are responsible for engaging and supporting our coalition members, which include labor unions, educational institutions, faith groups, and organizations serving LGBTQ, youth, women, and many other diverse constituencies. Membership organizers also help to build cohesion and alignment amongst FLIC members, so organizations and individuals feel equipped and supported to advance our coalition’s collective goals. The duties and responsibilities of Membership Organizers include, but are not limited to:
Base Building
Cultivate and grow FLIC’s individual and organizational membership program through recruitment and active engagement
Develop a base of directly impacted leaders that would passionately advance the work of immigrant justice
Foster and track mutual growth of people and organizations recruited through the FLIC engagement ladder process by reporting 1-on-1s, collective consciousness-building and training, and other means of engagement
Lead and support integrated campaigns, civic engagement, and service models that would elevate community awareness and participation in the democratic process
Strategically engage, align, and mobilize membership on advocacy and implementation of policies that reflect our values at the local, state, and federal levels
Cultivate relationships with strategic allies and partners to expand reach and uplift opportunities for intersectional capacity building
Support planning and co-host membership meetings, including Annual Regional Meetings and Annual Membership Assembly, by executing tasks assigned by the supervisor
Support the engagement of FLIC members in local, state, and national mobilizations, including but not limited to annual events during the FL Legislative Session.
Political Education
Actively engage in the consciousness-building processes of people from various backgrounds, experiences, and understandings
Support the curriculum development and implementation of the coalition’s conscious-building political education programs
Consult participants on the content, facilitation, and engagement level of workshops to evaluate impact and areas for growth
Identify, train, and support facilitators in membership-led workshops
Support communication and awareness campaigns that educate communities on current political context and action.
Required Skills/Abilities
Alignment with FLIC values and mission: Applicants must be committed to expanding immigrant rights through community power-building and must share FLIC’s commitment to membership grassroots decision-making. Applicants must be politically conscious about intersectional causes of oppression and resistance and be willing to work with cross-movement leaders and organizations. Ability to inspire, recruit, coordinate, and engage people towards action.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and committed to solution-oriented approaches
Self-motivated and disciplined in planning and tracking priorities, with attention to detail.
Must be willing to use FLIC’s platforms for reporting and record-keeping
Comfortable in working and contributing with a highly collaborative and diverse team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (bi-lingual Spanish/Creole/Portuguese preferred)
Experience using constituent management software (EveryAction preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Docs is required
Must be willing and able to travel locally and statewide daily
Must work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
Education and Experience
Experience in coalition, labor, or grassroots organizing, at least 2 years.
Some experience in working with EveryAction or other CRM platforms is preferred.
Keen willingness to learn and adapt to CRM platforms and project management tools.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as Google-based collaborative Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Slides.
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: $51,000 to $57,000
Benefits Package:
100% Paid Benefits (Health, Vision, Dental, STD, LTD, Life Insurance)
Parental Leave
401K
14 Paid Holidays
Flexible Schedule
How to apply: Send a resume, cover letter, and references to [email protected]
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. FLIC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified people, including women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals.