National Domestic Worker Alliance

National Domestic Worker Alliance

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Job Title: National Lead Organizer

Reports To: NDWA Coordinating Committee, which is currently comprised of elected representatives from Domestic Workers United, Damayan, Casa Maryland, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, POWER, and the SF Day Labor Program Women’s Collective

Location: National Organizer will be encouraged to operate from one of the Coordinating Committee organizations offices (NY, Maryland, San Francisco, or Oakland). However, working remotely from another location could be negotiated.

Closing Date: This position is open until filled. Applications must be submitted by September 1st

Position Summary:

The National Domestic Workers Alliance is an alliance of domestic and household workers in the United States and is a vehicle to build power nationally as a workforce. NDWA is organizing to improve the living and working conditions of domestic workers; win respect and justice from employers and government for exploited domestic workers; change the racism and sexism that has led to the persistent devaluing of this labor so that workers, their children, and the general public honor the dignity of domestic work; end the exclusion of domestic workers from recognition and protection; and continue a brave legacy of resistance by supporting movement-building among domestic workers and other communities and workers in struggle.

The Alliance formed in 2007 at the US Social Forum and held the first National Congress in June 08, where a Coordinating Committee was elected. The Lead Organizer will be expected to: 1) manage the day-to-day operations of the Alliance; 2) manage and coordinate the implementation of our work plan; 3) provide support in region building and growth, including recruiting new members, providing and coordinating technical assistance, etc 4) fundraising.

Primary Responsibilities:

* Manage and coordinate overall work and communication of the Coordinating Committee, including conference calls, internal communication, and follow up with CC members to ensure they carry out their commitments.
* Conference planning and organizing for national congress, regional convenings, and NDWA participation in other national and international gatherings.
* Assist with fundraising activities (grants, activities, dues collection), including research and grant writing.
* Assist with recruitment of new member organizations
* Facilitate technical assistance support between member organizations of the Alliance, especially for groups formed within the last 3 years.

Job Requirements:

* Minimum 5 years organizing experience;
* Political agreement with NDWA framework;
* Excellent communication skills--verbal and written;
* Excellent organizational skills-- good attention to detail and well organized;
* Self-motivated—proven ability to work independently;
* Ability to work well with diverse groups and populations;
* Dedication and ability to work flexible hours;
* Proficient knowledge of computer operations and programs
* Experience in organizational development and strategic planning
* Bilingual in English and Spanish highly desirable

Women, People of Color and GLBQT strongly urged to apply.

Applications will only be accepted electronically. Please email a cover letter, resume, salary history and three references to ndwa.admin@gmail. com. Please include a daytime phone number where we can contact you.