QUALIFICATIONS & ATTRIBUTES
OneAmerica is seeking candidates who are strategic organizers and a skilled and experienced manager to lead the new department. While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications below, we have listed the qualifications for our ideal candidate.
REQUIRED:
A strong analysis of power and racial equity with a commitment to build power in immigrant and refugee communities by leading with relationships
Strong relationship building skills across races, ages and cultures
Demonstrated work experience developing and directing strategic initiatives in a not-for-profit, government or political institution
A minimum of 5 years of work experience in not-for-profit, legal or community organizations that deliver services and/or organize members of the immigrant, refugee or asylee population
3-5 years experience managing people including direct supervision of staff in service provision, organizing or advocacy settings
3-5 years of program management experience with a track record of leading a team or department
Experience with government funding, grants or grant-making including basic compliance, reporting and engaging with public sector staff
2-3 years experience analyzing and advocating for policy rooted in social justice with an analysis and strategy that builds power and measures success accordingly
PREFERRED:
A spirit of self-motivation, ownership, and collaborative initiative ability to thrive independently and with a team, taking a project successfully from beginning to end with broad guidance
Ability to thrive within a fast-paced environment while maintaining effective time management, organization methods, and adapting to changing priorities to successfully meet program deliverables
5 years of work experience in organizing and base building. This could include electoral, legal, social service, union and/or community organizing with a demonstrated track record of building a base of volunteer leaders/members
Familiarity with naturalization, workforce development systems and/or adult ESL/education systems
Skilled communication abilities to train on organizing principles and techniques, especially for those with varying levels of English, literacy, and technology skills
Bilingual or multilingual
Excellent group facilitation and coalition-building skills, and an ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with diverse allies and leaders
Ability to motivate, mentor and supervise teams, tracking progress towards goals and building an internal team focused on achieving high results
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Willingness to accommodate community-based scheduling needs such as evening and weekend meetings
Hold a valid Driver's License
Access to reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Washington State and nationally on occasion
OneAmerica is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, reasonable accommodations will be considered