Childrens Home Society of Florida
Director of Advocacy, Education, & Youth Engagement
Childrens Home Society of Florida, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Director of Advocacy, Education, & Youth Engagement
The Director of Advocacy, Education & Youth Engagement leads CHS’s grassroots advocacy and youth engagement initiatives to advance the organization’s mission and policy priorities at the local, state, and federal levels. This role is responsible for building and coordinating CHS’s statewide advocacy network, strengthening partnerships with coalitions, equipping staff, volunteers, and board members with advocacy skills, and elevating the voices of children, families, and youth with lived experience. Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history! Growth and professional development opportunities Build, expand, and manage grassroots advocacy programs within CHS and in collaboration with aligned state coalitions. Provide advocacy support to CHS Regional Advisory Board Members, volunteers, program staff, and leadership. Coordinate and deliver advocacy training for staff, volunteers, and board members. Create advocacy resources, talking points, and communications that support effective engagement. Collaborate with program teams to support tours to showcase programs to elected officials. Coordinate meetings between members and elected officials to discuss issues/proposals and allow them to respond to CHS concerns and priorities. Build positive working relationships with elected and appointed key officials in the policy making process related to children’s issues. 50% Youth Engagement & Education Oversee CHS’s annual Senate Page Program, ensuring meaningful participation and growth opportunities for youth. Develop and manage additional programs that connect CHS clients and young leaders with civic engagement opportunities. Create strategies to highlight the voices and stories of clients with lived experience, ensuring they are authentically represented before elected officials and policymakers. Collaborate with program teams to identify and prepare youth and family advocates for legislative testimony, events, and meetings. Job Qualifications BA/BS in Political Science, Public Policy/Administration, Government Relations or related field from an accredited university, required; MA/MS strongly preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire, along with daily access to a reliable, insured vehicle, required. Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in advocacy, public affairs, governmental relations or legislative affairs, with a demonstrated track record of developing and implementing successful advocacy strategies, required. Demonstrated success in grassroots campaign development, coalition-building, and policy influence. Exceptional communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills. Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including youth and families with lived experience. Strong organizational, project management, and leadership abilities Knowledge of: LEGISLATIVE PROCESS | REGULATORY ENVIRONMENTS | PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES RELEVANT TO CHILDREN’S SERVICES | STRUCTURE OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS Skills and Proficiency in: Planning, project management, organization and time management Oral and written communication, including presentation and platform and persuasion Interpersonal relationship building, collaboration and teaming Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to: Perform at a high level of autonomy, with general supervision. Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments. Handle highly stressful, sensitive situations; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries. Meet critical deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality. Perform data analysis, solve complex problems and document results using sound judgement. Build and maintain influential relationships with government officials, legislators and external stakeholders to positively communicate, influence, persuade and gain support to further the interest of CHS. Maneuver through complex political situations effectively. Anticipate future consequences and trends, understand potential impact of broad societal issues. Catalyze commitment to create social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities for children. Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results. Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values, including the commitment to high ethical standards, transparency and integrity in all advocacy activities. Be energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families and a positive approach to embracing and managing change. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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The Director of Advocacy, Education & Youth Engagement leads CHS’s grassroots advocacy and youth engagement initiatives to advance the organization’s mission and policy priorities at the local, state, and federal levels. This role is responsible for building and coordinating CHS’s statewide advocacy network, strengthening partnerships with coalitions, equipping staff, volunteers, and board members with advocacy skills, and elevating the voices of children, families, and youth with lived experience. Make an impact in your community and become a part of Florida's history! Growth and professional development opportunities Build, expand, and manage grassroots advocacy programs within CHS and in collaboration with aligned state coalitions. Provide advocacy support to CHS Regional Advisory Board Members, volunteers, program staff, and leadership. Coordinate and deliver advocacy training for staff, volunteers, and board members. Create advocacy resources, talking points, and communications that support effective engagement. Collaborate with program teams to support tours to showcase programs to elected officials. Coordinate meetings between members and elected officials to discuss issues/proposals and allow them to respond to CHS concerns and priorities. Build positive working relationships with elected and appointed key officials in the policy making process related to children’s issues. 50% Youth Engagement & Education Oversee CHS’s annual Senate Page Program, ensuring meaningful participation and growth opportunities for youth. Develop and manage additional programs that connect CHS clients and young leaders with civic engagement opportunities. Create strategies to highlight the voices and stories of clients with lived experience, ensuring they are authentically represented before elected officials and policymakers. Collaborate with program teams to identify and prepare youth and family advocates for legislative testimony, events, and meetings. Job Qualifications BA/BS in Political Science, Public Policy/Administration, Government Relations or related field from an accredited university, required; MA/MS strongly preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Florida Driver’s License within 30 days from hire, along with daily access to a reliable, insured vehicle, required. Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in advocacy, public affairs, governmental relations or legislative affairs, with a demonstrated track record of developing and implementing successful advocacy strategies, required. Demonstrated success in grassroots campaign development, coalition-building, and policy influence. Exceptional communication, facilitation, and public speaking skills. Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including youth and families with lived experience. Strong organizational, project management, and leadership abilities Knowledge of: LEGISLATIVE PROCESS | REGULATORY ENVIRONMENTS | PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES RELEVANT TO CHILDREN’S SERVICES | STRUCTURE OF MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS Skills and Proficiency in: Planning, project management, organization and time management Oral and written communication, including presentation and platform and persuasion Interpersonal relationship building, collaboration and teaming Computer systems and MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to: Perform at a high level of autonomy, with general supervision. Perform under strong demands in fast-paced, diverse, sometimes ambiguous environments. Handle highly stressful, sensitive situations; preserve confidentiality and professional boundaries. Meet critical deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy and quality. Perform data analysis, solve complex problems and document results using sound judgement. Build and maintain influential relationships with government officials, legislators and external stakeholders to positively communicate, influence, persuade and gain support to further the interest of CHS. Maneuver through complex political situations effectively. Anticipate future consequences and trends, understand potential impact of broad societal issues. Catalyze commitment to create social change that leads to better lives and healthier communities for children. Commit to providing high customer satisfaction with positive service delivery results. Demonstrate the behaviors of our CHS Common Bond Values, including the commitment to high ethical standards, transparency and integrity in all advocacy activities. Be energetic, passionate and adaptable with a deep commitment to social service, empathy for children and families and a positive approach to embracing and managing change. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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