John Burton Advocates for Youth · 5 hours ago
Child Welfare Policy and Project Manager
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$79K/yr - $91K/yr
5+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Provide direct technical assistance to partnering organizations or public agencies related to program goals
Organize and deliver in-person and web-based training relevant to program goals
Create written products including program outreach materials, technical assistance publications, policy bills, and newsletter articles
Convene workgroups in coordination with other program partners, including cultivating workgroup membership by engaging a broad network of stakeholders
Coordinate activities with a variety of stakeholders including public agencies, school districts, post-secondary institutions, community-based organizations, advocates for youth, and elected officials
Develop and deliver presentations regarding the initiative goals at conferences and events
Develop and implement strategies designed to achieve program goals
Oversee data collection efforts related to tracking progress towards initiative goals and prepare program evaluation reports
Assist with efforts to enact policy changes related to program goals
Interface with program funders as requested and prepare periodic grant reports
Maintain effective, honest, and professional communication with co-workers, volunteers, management, external non-profit organization personnel, legislative staff, and all individuals with whom they interact
Participate in regular staff meetings and other JBAY team meetings as assigned
Work independently and productively while still keeping open communication with others
Effectively manage time to avoid backtracking and delay of tasks
Deliver honest and professional communication
Consistently contribute to a safe and positive work environment
Maintain regular attendance and timeliness
Perform other duties as assigned or otherwise identified
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience in the provision of technical assistance and training and/or advocacy
Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills
Master in Critical Thinking skills
Ability to maintain strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
Ability to multi-task, research, and meet deadlines
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
Strong commitment to the mission of the organization and program
Ability to travel – some overnight travel may be required
Preferred
Knowledge or experience in child welfare/foster care or other related social service fields
Knowledge of the state legislative process and experience with legislative advocacy
Benefits
100% employee coverage of health, dental, and vision 50% coverage of spouse and/or dependents
100% employee coverage of life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D
Vacation starting at 15 days and then after two years will be 20 days
11 federal holidays
Retirement plan with a match up to 5%
Up to $75 monthly cell phone stipend
Four weeks of paid Wellness Leave after five years with the organization
Company
John Burton Advocates for Youth
John Burton Advocates for Youth is a statewide non-profit organization based in San Francisco, working to improve the quality of life for California’s foster, former foster, and homeless youth.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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