Adelante Mujeres
Director of Leadership and Legislative Advocacy
Adelante Mujeres, Forest Grove, Oregon, United States, 97116
Do you seek an environment that encourages everyone to grow to their fullest potential? Are you committed to individual and community transformation? Do you want to work for one of the top 10 non-profit organizations to work for in Oregon for 5 consecutive years? Are you passionate about building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead? Join the Adelante Mujeres family and become part of a growing organization providing award-winning programming and holistic services to more than 22,000 Latina women and children annually in Oregon. Adelante Mujeres means "women rise up" and the women and girls in our programs are doing just that. With your help, we can build the next generation of Latine leaders. Located in Forest Grove, Oregon and founded in 2002, Adelante Mujeres is known for innovative responses to community concerns.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Director of Leadership and Legislative Advocacy (DLA) provides strategic leadership for Adelante Mujeres' Leadership and Advocacy Department. This position is instrumental in advancing Adelante Mujeres' commitment to empowering Latina women and their families through leadership development and advocacy initiatives. The DLA ensures the delivery of high-quality, culturally responsive, and results-driven services that align with the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values. The services under the Leadership and Advocacy Department include civic leadership programming, community organizing, advocacy for legislative priorities, and immigration legal support. The Director of Leadership and Legislative Advocacy supervises the legal team and the L&A Department Managers. The DLA reports to the Executive Director.
Leads and supports the outreach of the Leadership and Advocacy Department; develops and maintains strong working relationships with partners, and leverages resources by initiating and encouraging collaborative opportunities. Leads and coordinates advocacy efforts, including guiding the internal Advocacy Working Group, monitoring and analyzing relevant legislation and mobilizing stakeholders for political change. Leads the strategic planning of the Leadership and Advocacy Department, collaborating with Program Managers to implement and track goals and objectives. Participates in local and regional Leadership and Advocacy advisory groups, and other committees and boards including leading the Immigrant Solidarity Collaborative Partners with the Executive Director to expand and enhance the Legal Clinic's services, ensuring sustainable growth and impact. Monitors overall program operations through effective supervision strategies, attendance of program activities; assesses the needs of each program and evaluates service outputs and outcomes. QUALIFICATIONS:
We recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness. When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience:
Required:
Minimum of 5 years' experience in leadership development, community organizing, policy advocacy and/or lobbying. Minimum of 3 years supervisory and management experience. Bilingual-Spanish/English fluency required. Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, such as Education, Social Sciences or Political Science. Demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning. Demonstrated experience with budget management and grant reporting. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with community partners. Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to drive effective change management. Understanding of Latine culture and community. Proficiency in MS Office, Canva, printer and common office equipment. Strong commitment to the mission of the organization, environmental sustainability, and support for immigrant and BIPOC communities. Preferred:
Understanding of Latine community in Washington County. Experience working in a non-profit setting. Additional Requirements:
COVID-19 vaccine and booster required except for religious or medical accommodation. Complete enrollment letter for facility number CC503161. Ability to work in Forest Grove, Oregon, and reliable transportation to workshops, conferences and events in Salem, OR and the greater Pacific Northwest. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary range: $85K-$89K depending on qualifications Classification full time, salary position Telework: up to 2 days a week, depending on program needs Benefits: health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401K pension plan, life insurance, EAP, professional development opportunities, transportation stipend, phone stipend, paid leave of absence, paid holidays (12.5 days annually), sick days (up to 9 days annually), vacation per year (up to 20 days years one through five, up to 25 days after five years), and sabbatical (1 month at 10 years of employment) Opportunity for broad and impactful work with a visionary, growing organization TO APPLY:
Please complete a job application on our career website and have the following documents ready to upload, PDF preferred.
A one-page cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience and interest in the position and Adelante Mujeres A resume detailing relevant experience, qualifications, work history, education, and accomplishments Three professional references may be requested later in the hiring process We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications and skills.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres.
Closing date:
Open until filled
Anticipated start date:
Fall 2025
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please notify and we will work to accommodate your needs.
Complete Criminal Background Registry - https://oregonearlylearning.com/providers-educators/providers-educatorscbr/#apply1enrollment letter for facility number CC503161
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Director of Leadership and Legislative Advocacy (DLA) provides strategic leadership for Adelante Mujeres' Leadership and Advocacy Department. This position is instrumental in advancing Adelante Mujeres' commitment to empowering Latina women and their families through leadership development and advocacy initiatives. The DLA ensures the delivery of high-quality, culturally responsive, and results-driven services that align with the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values. The services under the Leadership and Advocacy Department include civic leadership programming, community organizing, advocacy for legislative priorities, and immigration legal support. The Director of Leadership and Legislative Advocacy supervises the legal team and the L&A Department Managers. The DLA reports to the Executive Director.
Leads and supports the outreach of the Leadership and Advocacy Department; develops and maintains strong working relationships with partners, and leverages resources by initiating and encouraging collaborative opportunities. Leads and coordinates advocacy efforts, including guiding the internal Advocacy Working Group, monitoring and analyzing relevant legislation and mobilizing stakeholders for political change. Leads the strategic planning of the Leadership and Advocacy Department, collaborating with Program Managers to implement and track goals and objectives. Participates in local and regional Leadership and Advocacy advisory groups, and other committees and boards including leading the Immigrant Solidarity Collaborative Partners with the Executive Director to expand and enhance the Legal Clinic's services, ensuring sustainable growth and impact. Monitors overall program operations through effective supervision strategies, attendance of program activities; assesses the needs of each program and evaluates service outputs and outcomes. QUALIFICATIONS:
We recognize that there are multiple expressions of professional readiness. When we review applications, we take a comprehensive look at each applicant. Our goal is to assess your unique strengths. The ideal candidate has many of the following skills and experience:
Required:
Minimum of 5 years' experience in leadership development, community organizing, policy advocacy and/or lobbying. Minimum of 3 years supervisory and management experience. Bilingual-Spanish/English fluency required. Bachelor's Degree in relevant field, such as Education, Social Sciences or Political Science. Demonstrated experience in strategic and operational planning. Demonstrated experience with budget management and grant reporting. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with community partners. Strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to drive effective change management. Understanding of Latine culture and community. Proficiency in MS Office, Canva, printer and common office equipment. Strong commitment to the mission of the organization, environmental sustainability, and support for immigrant and BIPOC communities. Preferred:
Understanding of Latine community in Washington County. Experience working in a non-profit setting. Additional Requirements:
COVID-19 vaccine and booster required except for religious or medical accommodation. Complete enrollment letter for facility number CC503161. Ability to work in Forest Grove, Oregon, and reliable transportation to workshops, conferences and events in Salem, OR and the greater Pacific Northwest. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends. SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary range: $85K-$89K depending on qualifications Classification full time, salary position Telework: up to 2 days a week, depending on program needs Benefits: health, vision, dental, short-term and long-term disability, 401K pension plan, life insurance, EAP, professional development opportunities, transportation stipend, phone stipend, paid leave of absence, paid holidays (12.5 days annually), sick days (up to 9 days annually), vacation per year (up to 20 days years one through five, up to 25 days after five years), and sabbatical (1 month at 10 years of employment) Opportunity for broad and impactful work with a visionary, growing organization TO APPLY:
Please complete a job application on our career website and have the following documents ready to upload, PDF preferred.
A one-page cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience and interest in the position and Adelante Mujeres A resume detailing relevant experience, qualifications, work history, education, and accomplishments Three professional references may be requested later in the hiring process We will be contacting applicants whose applications indicate a strong combination of relevant experience and qualifications and skills.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Adelante Mujeres.
Closing date:
Open until filled
Anticipated start date:
Fall 2025
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Adelante Mujeres is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, cultural heritage, ancestry, political belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or any related medical condition, physical or mental disability or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Adelante Mujeres is compliant with the American with Disabilities Act and we are committed to making special accommodations for your interview or work as a member of our team. If specific accommodations are needed, please notify and we will work to accommodate your needs.
Complete Criminal Background Registry - https://oregonearlylearning.com/providers-educators/providers-educatorscbr/#apply1enrollment letter for facility number CC503161