Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic · 21 hours ago
Manager, Advocacy & Student Programs
Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic, Inc. is seeking a Manager for Advocacy and Student Programs to mobilize young people and communities in support of sexual and reproductive health care services. The role involves managing student advocacy programs, supervising team members, and developing mobilizing strategies to protect reproductive freedom.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Recruits, onboards, and supervises Advocacy & Government Relations Campaign Specialist and Coordinators
Manages and supervises Planned Parenthood Generation Action programs and serves as PPHP’s liaison with PPFA regarding youth and young people advocacy efforts
Supports outreach events on college campuses to educate and activate college students to advocate on behalf of PPHP and sexual and reproductive health issues
Manage High School Advocacy Program and other advocacy efforts with students at all levels
Manage student volunteer activities including, but not limited to, canvassing and phone banks in the region
Organizes PPHP’s annual Youth Lobby event
Participates in community outreach and engagement events throughout our region to build our activist base
Produces monthly Activist Calendar for supporters
Assists in the development of the annual Advocacy & Government Relations work plan
As needed, serves as Advocacy & Government Relations liaison to other departments, including the health centers
Collaborate with Communications, Development, Education and Training, and other departments to organize special events to connect PPHP with our supporters and activists
Develops and conducts presentations about legislation, policy, and advocacy for coalition partners, campus groups, and other organizations, speaks on sexual and reproductive health and rights issues to a wide variety of audiences, including youth groups, and potential and existing coalition partners
Develops and implements advocacy campaigns with the guidance of Director, Advocacy & Government Relations and VP, External Affairs
Recruits, onboards, and supervises department interns and delegates tasks and projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with emphasis in political studies/public policy, social work, or related area
A minimum of 2-4 years of experience with community organizing, political campaigns, coalition building, and/or legislative process or an equivalent combination of education and work experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired
Experience managing staff and/or interns
Demonstrated verbal, written, project coordination, and community organizing skills
Ability to utilize technology, such as databases and websites, to further public affairs goals
Experience and demonstrated tact in working with diverse staff, volunteers and community representatives to meet PPHP's mission
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
STD/LTD
Voluntary Benefits
May be eligible for a (Paid) Maternity Leave after one year of employment
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Preceptorship Bonus
Quarterly Bonus program
401(k) Plan with a match