Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Public Policy Director will develop and implement CAST’s public policy initiatives. The highly responsible position oversees legislative activity, local, state, and national research relating to slavery and human trafficking, and represents CAST on policy implementation projects. The ideal candidate is highly-dedicated and resourceful, committed to creating positive social change, and passionate about abolishing slavery and human trafficking. The position requires extensive experience in program development and management, policy and systems advocacy, and intern supervision. Qualified candidate will have strong written and oral communications skills, and a minimum 5 yrs policy experience. Position in Sacramento, CA with state and nationwide travel. Full-time, exempt position.
Essential Duties:
1.Provide overall policy direction and develop annual work plan for public policy program- determining strategy and targets, creating appropriate materials and messaging, and meeting and following-up with legislative staff. Advocate for state and federal appropriations.
2.Strategizing to advance CAST’s policy agenda—following state and federal policy developments and working with the Executive Director to determine how to best influence the policy process.
3.Creating effective policy materials—producing engaging action alerts, fact sheets, and legislative updates for both grassroots and legislative staff.
4.Drafting legislation, Congressional testimony, and other substantive policy analyses. Review and track relevant legislation to ensure appropriate actions are taken and bill charts are current and updated.
5.Establish and build relationships with legislative staff and Administration officials—developing a network of contacts within Congress and the Administration by communicating regularly and serving as a resource to staff.
6.Support the development of emerging leaders and community organizing to strengthen grassroots participation in the CAST Survivor Caucus. Prepare and present testimony to lawmakers on legislative and funding issues; and coordinate witness and valuable legislative hearings. Begin development of building a Survivor’s Network.
7.Organizing events—helping to plan and carry out legislative events such as legislative briefings, press conferences, and receptions by handling logistics and liaising with Congressional offices, developing materials and messaging, and working with event speakers and funders
8.Coalition-building with national partners—attending meetings and working in coalition with other state and national organizations toward shared goals.
9.Bring visibility and thoughtful leadership to important issues, policies, and funding decisions that support the work of CAST and its coalition programs.
10.Work with Executive Director to identify and apply for funding for advocacy initiatives.
11.Supervise policy internship program and ensure intern support year-round by managing the application process and coordinating intern orientation and management.
12.Coordinate the development of a statistical collection/reporting system and generate quarterly/annual reports. Provide Executive Director with monthly status updates on legislation.
13.Provide members/partners with information on legislation via fax alerts and electronic mail.
14.Other duties as identified and assigned.
Additional Qualifications:
Requirements:
1.Bachelor’s degree in related field. Extensive experience and demonstrated skills and aptitude considered in lieu of education.
2.Significant experience, a minimum of five years, with lobbying, grassroots organizing, and coalition building. Knowledge of the legislative process; experience at the state and federal level a plus. Knowledge of anti trafficking statutes required.
3.Demonstrated program development and project management skills. Extensive supervisory and management experience in a non-profit setting. Demonstrated sensitivity to issues involved in working in a multicultural environment.
4.Excellent organizational, oral communication, interpersonal and writing skills. Successful track record in establishing and maintaining positive and productive working relationships with a cross section of the public. Demonstrated ability to engage diverse people and groups in working toward common goals.
5.The ability to work in a bipartisan environment, take initiative and be self-directed, work as part of a collaborative team and share tasks with the Executive Director., manage tasks under tight deadlines, handle multiple projects, and problem-solve to overcome setbacks. Able to work under pressure and to work flexible hours in order to meet deadlines.
6.Knowledge of slavery and trafficking issues and experience working in direct service is highly desirable.
7.Ability to travel. Must have own vehicle including a valid California driver’s license and insurance.
8.Attention to detail. Strong organizational, critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to establish priorities that align with a strategic plan and manage multiple agendas and programs effectively.
How to Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, salary history and three references to:
Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking
jobs@castla.org
No Phone Calls Please