Job Posting: Program Director at Latina Initiative

Program Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

Latina Initiative’s mission is to cultivate, support and maintain the civic involvement of Latinas and their families through issue education, electoral engagement, advocacy and leadership development.  Since 2002, LI has worked to position itself as one of Colorado’s leading organizations that strengthen the political power of Latinas and their families.

The Program Director is a full time position responsible for the planning, implementation and management of LI’s programs.  This position reports to and works closely with the Executive Director.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for Serious Women, Serious Issues, Serious Action Conference; Civic Education Trainings & Events; Ya Es Hora Ciudadanía Campaign; and Youth Action & Advisory Council (YAAC).
• Recruit for, plan and teach weekly citizenship classes.
• Network and coordinate with partners/collaborators to enhance program implementation.
• Serve as liaison and spokesperson to Spanish media and the Spanish monolingual community.
• Recruit and manage volunteers.

Requirements

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with professional-level skills in both languages.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to work some irregular hours and occasional weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years of working with youth or other relevant experience.
• Good communications skills, both verbal and writing.
• Event planning experience.
• Fundraising and budget management experience.
• Familiarity with Voter Activation Network (VAN) or similar voter contact management database system.

Compensation

Base salary is$38,000 to $42,000 commensurate with experience. Latina Initiative offers a competitive benefits package, including flexible work hours, paid time off, parking allowance, and

health insurance.

To Apply

Send a résumé, cover letter and a list of 3 professional references to Executive Director, Dusti Gurule at dusti@latinainitiative.org Calls will not be accepted. Position is open until filled.

Latina Initiative is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color,

immigrants, people with disabilities and LGBT candidates are encouraged to apply.

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