IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Program Name: Ironbound Community Corporation
Job Location: 317 Elm Street Newark, NJ 07105
Job Title: Director- Advocacy and Organizing
Reports to: Hazel
Applewhite Title: CEO
Hours: 40 FLSA Status
☒ Exempt
Type of position:
☒ Full-time ☐ Consultant/Contractor
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a 50-year nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage and empower individuals, families and groups in realizing their aspirations and, together, work to create a just, vibrant and sustainable community. ICC strives to address the needs of our diverse, multi-lingual, multi-cultural community. Today, ICC serves more than 1,000 children and families every day with a wide range of programs and services. ICC also strengthens communities through advocacy, neighborhood organizing, and community development initiatives.
The Environmental Justice and Community Development (EJCD) arm of ICC engages in organizing and advocacy at the local, municipal, state and national levels, addressing issues related to environment, climate, goods movement, housing and displacement, green space, infrastructure, community planning and development, community land trusts, urban agriculture and more.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Roles and Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
Team Management and Development
Policy Advocacy and Development
Outreach, Communication, and Public Engagement
Community Engagement and Coalition Building
Fundraising and Resource Development
Organizational Contributions
JOB SPECIFICATIONS OR QUALIFICATIONS, SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Core Values
ICC is animated by a core group of values, including mutual respect, empathy, fairness and transparency, commitment to excellence, and accountability.
Mutual Respect: We accept the importance of each person’s rights, customs and wishes. We are courteous and supportive in all of our interactions with clients and colleagues. Examples of this value in action are:
Empathy: We strive to understand what others are experiencing and feeling by trying to see things from their perspectives.
We are willing to give our time and energy to the community and are constantly searching for ways to improve the lives of those we serve. Examples of this value in action are:
Fairness and Transparency: We are committed to authentic, two-way communication, willing to listen without judgment and, with respect, express our point of view. We cherish diversity and inclusiveness, embracing the community with its input and feedback.
Examples of this value in action are:
Commitment to Excellence: We provide the highest quality service possible, earning trust and exceeding expectations. We continuously learn from experience. We approach challenges with creativity and flexibility. Examples of this value in action are:
Accountability: We are responsible for the quality and outcomes of the programs we provide, for explaining why deviations from reasonable expectations may have occurred, and for responding responsibly at all times, especially when errors in behavior or judgment have happened. Examples of this value in action are:
ICC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range and diversity of our community. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our community members, but
we also strive for the same in our employees. ICC is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, persons with disabilities, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and people from low-income and working-class backgrounds to apply.
Salary range/Hourly for this position is commensurate with experience. ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, generous time off policy, and 403(b) plan. Remote work option available for this position.
If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to pmatthews@ironboundcc.org. Subject line include Director - Advocacy and Organizing
IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION
Program Name: Ironbound Community Corporation
Job Location: 317 Elm Street Newark, NJ 07105
Job Title: Director- Advocacy and Organizing
Reports to: Hazel
Applewhite Title: CEO
Hours: 40 FLSA Status
☒ Exempt
Type of position:
☒ Full-time ☐ Consultant/Contractor
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a 50-year nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage and empower individuals, families and groups in realizing their aspirations and, together, work to create a just, vibrant and sustainable community. ICC strives to address the needs of our diverse, multi-lingual, multi-cultural community. Today, ICC serves more than 1,000 children and families every day with a wide range of programs and services. ICC also strengthens communities through advocacy, neighborhood organizing, and community development initiatives.
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