Maryland Nonprofits · 2 weeks ago
Policy Advocate (Underserved Populations)
Silver Spring, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$47K/yr - $54K/yrMaryland Nonprofits is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of sexual assault survivors. The Policy Advocate will enhance outreach and training for underserved populations, coordinate initiatives like the Women of Color Network, and ensure compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act.
ConsultingLegalNon Profit
Responsibilities
Identify training opportunities and create meaningful content and curriculum that support MCASA’s mission to end sexual assault in Maryland and our commitment to ensuring excellence in resources for and about underserved sexual assault survivors
Support Maryland’s rape crisis and recovery centers in improving response and outreach to underserved populations through training and technical assistance and dissemination of recent research findings or policy changes. Underserved populations may include, but are not limited to, rural populations, members of the military, women of color, people who are economically challenged, incarcerated survivors, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, people who are sex workers, victims of human sex trafficking, people in later life, people with isolated professional or school cultures (such as elite sports), and allies of these populations
Assist with development and coordination of MCASA’s Maryland Women of Color Network (MWOCN) including meeting facilitation, group expansion, producing quarterly newsletters, maintaining the MWOCN membership directory, and event planning. Ensure communication to support a positive relationship with MWOCN and other parts of MCASA
Serve on the planning committee for the MWOCN conference and other events. Assist with the production and presentation of annual conference and events
Convene and facilitate monthly PREA Advocate Calls and help ensure incarcerated survivors have access to services
Coordinate with MCASA’s Communication Coordinator to update and distribute electronic and tangible educational materials including training announcements, brochures, booklets, fact sheets, press releases, and other outreach connected to services for underserved populations and the Maryland Women of Color Network
Gather and document feedback from training participants after each educational session to assess satisfaction, knowledge gained, and effectiveness of instruction
Collect data and prepare grant reports
Support effective agency communications including, for example, listservs, social media, e-newsletter, conference calls, etc
Prioritize and fulfill responsibilities in accordance with available funding and grant requirements
Recruit and supervise interns each semester, Fall, Spring, and Summer
Other duties as assigned by Executive Director or Associate Director
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Women's Studies, Education, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or related degree preferred
Experience working with survivors of sexual assault or other personal violence such as domestic violence, child abuse, elder abuse, or stalking preferred
Knowledge and previous work experience to include one or more of the following: direct service work, writing, professional training, and community outreach
Strong oral and written communication, organizational, problem solving and planning skills
Ability to use and communicate professionally and effectively through e-mail and social media including Facebook, X, Instagram, Bluesky and other platforms; able to learn and use new technology such as online databases and communication systems
Commitment to ending sexual violence and serving underserved populations
Access to a car and valid driver's license; this position requires some travel within Maryland
Preferred
Grant writing experience is an asset
Proficiency in project management and experience collaborating with partners strongly preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Power Point, Excel), the Google Suite, Canva, and Zoom Webinar are assets
Performing arts and debate experience preferred
Benefits
80% health insurance premium (3 plans to choose from)
100% of vision and dental insurance premiums
Flexible work environment, including hybrid work, flexible hours, and supportive colleagues
40-hour work week including paid one-hour lunches
Paid sick and safe leave
Twelve paid holidays
Paid vacation beginning at 10 days the first 12 months, increasing to 15 days the following year, with additional set increases over time.
Three additional floating holidays during the winter holiday seasons (12/15 – 1/7)
Two personal days annually
Non-exempt employees: Overtime after 40 hours (note this is legally required, not a true benefit).
Company
Maryland Nonprofits
Maryland Nonprofits is a nonprofit organization that offers consulting, training, and legal services for the nonprofit community.
Founded in 1992
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Heather Iliff
President and CEO
Recent News
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2025-03-20
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