(updated January 13, 2011)
The HONOR FUND The HONOR Fund is a Los Angeles‐based not‐for‐profit organization (Until the Fund applies for and receives tax‐exempt status, the Mexican American Legal Defense and education Fund (MALDEF) has agreed to serve as its fiscal sponsor) established in January 2010 whose mission is to advance the rights and freedoms of the Latino lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community through public education, leadership development, and advocacy. The HONOR Fund name is rooted in its founding organization HONOR PAC (Political Action Committee); honor means “pride” in both English and Spanish and speaks to the LGBT community’s intrinsic dignity of self, family and community. The goals of HONOR Fund are to increase awareness and acceptance of Latino/a LGBT issues among members of the Latino community, LGBT community, and mainstream society; encourage LGBT Latinos to live being “fully out” through assimilation in cultural, community, workplace, social and familial spaces; and promote political, economic, and educational access for Latino/a LGBT people.
Position Overview:
HONOR Fund is seeking a seasoned leader passionate about LGBT issues with experience working within the Latino community. As this is a new organization, the Executive Director must possess the initiative and drive to build an organization from the ground up, including seeking new funding opportunities while maintaining current funding relationships. The Executive Director must possess the ability to establish community, corporate relationships, and to develop and maintain coalitions. Initially, the Executive Director will be responsible for working with the Board to develop the organization from the start‐up phase, including: establishing the organization’s 501 (c)(3) tax‐exempt status, fulfilling the terms of the organization’s seed grants, including execution of the promotora program to test messaging and education programs within Spanish‐speaking Latino/a communities in Los Angeles, and advancing the mission and goals of the HONOR Fund by seeking additional funding opportunities and growing the organization to fulfill the HONOR Fund vision.
Specific duties and responsibilities of the Executive Director include the following:
Program Management and Development
• Develop and manage all programs, including leadership development,
advocacy, and community‐based education and outreach programs.
Fundraising and Administration
• Oversee and implement the day‐to ‐operations and administration of the
organization, including the development of administrative policies and
procedures, and the hiring, retention and termination of staff.
• Develop and manage the organization’s annual budget and submit monthly
financial reports to the Board.
• Ensure sound fiscal accounting and all necessary tax filings.
• In coordination with the Board, cultivate new donors, maintain existing
relationships with donors, and seek additional streams of revenue to ensure
the growth of the organization in line with the organizations’ mission and
vision.
• Spearhead the implementation of programs to fulfill grant obligations, and
for grant and outcomes reporting to funders and the Board.
Board Relations
• Provide support to the Board of Directors, staff and attend Board meetings,
and assist with Board management and development for HONOR Fund.
Communications and Community Relations
• Act as the “face” of the organization within the Latino/a and LGBT
communities and with strategic external coalition partners.
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for the organization, interfacing with
English and Spanish‐language media.
• Perform governmental advocacy at the local, state and national levels as
needed.
• Engage with various constituencies through ongoing print, new media, and
other communications to convey the organization’s mission and programs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Board.
Requirements:
• The Executive Director must be bilingual (Spanish and English) as oversight
of, and interaction with, Spanish‐speaking communities will be an essential
component of leading this organization.
• Until additional funding can be secured, the Executive Director will provide
his or her own workspace, with minimal office tools and equipment
provided.
• The Executive Director must provide his or her own reliable transportation.
• Qualified applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree or 7 years’ experience
as a senior nonprofit manager.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Nonprofit management experience, preferably experience running a
nonprofit Knowledge and/or experience in starting a 501(c)(3) organization
• Understanding of LGBT issues and organizations
• Background in program management and evaluation
• Experience with the development and implementation of community based
educational programs, specifically the promotora program model
• Understanding of, or experience with, organizing theory and practice
• Familiarity with web page management and new media
• Familiarity with Los Angeles City and County
Personal Characteristics
The ideal candidate is passionate about Latino and LGBT issues, organized, and a
self‐starter.
To Apply:
Please forward your resume and cover letter to: marioltrujillo@aol.com. Applicants
are also strongly encouraged to submit a writing sample (English and/or Spanish).
Any inquiries should be forwarded to Mario Trujillo at: marioltrujillo@aol.com.
Salary Range: $50,000‐70,000 per year, depending on experience with
opportunities to secure funding for incremental salary increases.
Deadline:
Applications will be accepted until January 14, 2011 and will continue until the
position is filled.
It is HONOR Fund’s policy to employ, retain, promote, terminate, and otherwise treat any and all employees and job applicants without regard to an individual’s race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or other related conditions), color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, legally protected medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, veteran status, family care or medical leave status, or any other basis protected by state or federal laws.
The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance The Asian Pacific American Labor Alliance is currently seeking a Tam Tran Program & Outreach Fellow! We are looking for dynamic, detail oriented and experienced candidates who can fulfill the job description and continue to strengthen community & labor partnerships. Find the full job description attached. HOW TO APPLY Deadline: Jan 28, 2011, 5 pm EST First, visit our website (http://www.apalanet.org). Then submit the following : (1) your résumé, (2) a cover letter, and (3) 3 references to [apalajobs@gmail.com]. Email subject shall state “Tam Tran Fellowship”. Please no phone calls, faxes or mail in applications. APALA is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and differently-abled people are strongly encouraged to apply.
OFFICE OF REPRESENTATIVE JUDY CHU Progressive southern California Member seeks proactive Press Secretary/ Speech Writer. This individual will work in coordination with the district communications staffer to develop and implement a strategic communications plan and identify new and emerging press opportunities. Responsibilities will include managing DC and legislative based press, such as writing releases and Op-Eds on tight deadlines, arranging DC interviews, scheduling and organizing DC press events, managing the Member’s website and social network media, creating a mail outreach plan for the year, and distributing weekly e-newsletters.
A primary responsibility will also be working closely with the Member as the speech writer, drafting speeches and talking points for the House Floor and Committee work, meetings in DC and the District, public events and media interviews. Strong written, oral communication and messaging skills, along with the ability to work in a fast paced environment are absolute musts. Speechwriting experience is desirable. The position also requires excellent organizational skills, generally progressive political leanings, sound judgment, positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment. 1-2 of previous press experience required. Email Cover Letter, Resume and writing sample to ca32.jobs@mail.house.gov. NO CALLS OR DROP BYS PLEASE!
OFFICE OF LAUSD BOARD MEMBER TAMAR GALATZAN
JOB OPENING: District Director
Position Closes: January 31, 2011
The Office of LAUSD Board Member Tamar Galatzan is looking for a District Director beginning in February 2011. This is an opportunity to work in the nation’s 2nd largest school district and gain valuable experience in public service for an elected official while serving the needs of over 100 San Fernando Valley schools and their constituents.
DEFINITION:
Serves as the Board Member’s lead representative in the San Fernando Valley. Works four days per week in Board Member’s District Office
and one day downtown.
TYPICAL DUTIES
• Builds and maintains relationships with school, community and business groups in Board Member’s District.
• Handles constituent walk-in cases at Board Member’s Valley Field Office
• Represents Board Member at various events and meetings in her District.
• Handles phone and e-mail queries from public.
• Conducts research to resolve questions and complaints.
• Works with other Board offices as part of information-gathering and legislative duties.
• Interacts with various District departments to help prepare Board Member for Board meetings.
• When needed, prepares talking points and relevant materials for Board Member's public appearances.
• Contributes periodic articles to Board Member’s website.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in an elected official's office is helpful, though not required.
• Interest in public education; Interest in public speaking.
• Ability to write well; Working knowledge of state, federal, and municipal government.
• Ability to work well within a team; Ability to work well on tight deadlines.
• Spanish speaking ability a plus, though not required.
EDUCATION: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree. Preferred majors: Communications, Political Science, or Public Administration.
SALARY: Mid to high $40K range.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to: Tom Waldman, Chief of Staff, Office of Board Member Tamar Galatzan, Email: Thomas.Waldman@lausd.net
Voto Latino is hiring Field Organizers in Arizona, Texas, Colorado, Florida, and California.
Voto Latino seeks to immediately hire several field organizers for its United We Win 2010 mid-term elections voter registration campaign. The organizer will be responsible for conducting non-partisan voter registration in Phoenix, Tucson, Los Angeles, San Jose, San Diego, Houston, Dallas, Rio Grande Valley, Denver, and southern Florida.
The ideal candidates will be experienced in handling a wide range of grassroots organizing tasks, will be detail oriented, and will be self-starters with the ability to work independently with little or no supervision. This person must be well-organized, and work well under pressure while remaining flexible, resourceful, and efficient.
This individuals will form part of Voto Latino’s national United We Win campaign team. Founded in 2004, Voto Latino is the first and leading national, nonprofit, civic engagement organization to mobilize the fastest growing group of Americans – Latino youth.
The Field Organizers will:
- Register American Latino voters between the ages of 18 and 34 at a wide variety of locales, including but not limited to community college campuses, festivals, concerts, places of worship, and places of commerce -Excellent interpersonal skills
- Distribute United We Win campaign collateral to individuals and community groups
- Build local partnerships to maximize impact
- Recruit at least 20 local youth volunteers to maximize impact
- Report to Voto Latino’s national, Washington, D.C. office on a daily basis
MUST HAVE:
-Excellent time management skills
-Strong knowledge of local Latino demographics
-Strong verbal and written skills
-Strong knowledge of social media and digital technology
-Strong interest in Latino politics and civic life
STRONGLY PREFER:
-2+ years experience with grassroots organizing or political campaigns, or 3+ years in a communications field
-Contacts at universities, NGOs, and community groups in the region
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Candidates will need to have their own car, as this position will require significant travel across the area.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@votolatino.org with “Field Organizer Position - (Preferred Location)” in the subject line.
Intern, Courage Campaign
Stipend of $500-750/month, depending on experience.
Organizational Description:
The Courage Campaign is an online organizing network that empowers more than 700,000 grassroots and netroots activists to push for progressive change and full equality in California and across the country. As a leading multi-issue advocacy organization, the Courage Campaign's work to bring progressive change to California and full equality to America is supported by thousands of small donations from our diverse community.
Through Courage Campaign California, we are holding politicians accountable to progressive values, working to bring fundamental reform to California's broken government, and training and organizing activists to change their communities. Through Courage Campaign Equality, we are mobilizing activists to restore marriage equality to California and full equality to America, driven by "Testimony: Equality on Trial" -- our year-long campaign to bring the Prop 8 federal trial into the lives of Americans.
Responsibilities:
The Courage Campaign intern will assist staff and volunteers in all areas of our work. The job’s primary responsibilities are as follows, but please note that the tasks will vary greatly from day to day. In particular, this position will:
Skills:
The ideal candidate will be a student (college or beyond).
We will consider work study opportunities on a case-by-case basis. We are an equal opportunity employer. We encourage and value a diverse workforce, and we seek diversity among applicants for this position. Women, people of color, members of the LGBT community, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
To Apply:
Part-time Job Openings at The Boys & Girls Club of Venice (September - June) Program Assistant (Coeur d' Alene Elementary Site) Hours: M-F (2 - 7 p.m.) Learning Center Specialists: Hours: M-Th (2 - 7 p.m.) Outreach Coordinator (Teens): Hours: M-F (2 - 7 p.m.) Administrative Assistant (Programs): Hours: M-F (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) *Wages for all part-time positions are hourly and commensurate on experience. Primary Functions: Assist in planning, implementing, and supervising activities within a specific program area. Key Roles: ·
