Racial Wealth Divide Initiative Leader (Part-Time)

Project Overview

Our Racial Wealth Divide Initiative draws upon the analysis that differences in wealth, not just income, are indicators of the persistent economic gap between whites and people of color. UFE spotlights racial inequality for public discussion through educational workshops and media work, debunks myths of wealth creation, facilitates community understanding and discussion, and points the way toward policy solutions. We keep racial economic inequality in the public eye, and build constituencies for policy changes to close the gap.

Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

The Racial Wealth Divide Initiative Leader will be part of the Program Team. S/he will collaborate closely with other program staff, as well as communications, research, and development staff. The Racial Wealth Divide Initiative Leader will be responsible for the development of four arenas.

• Education:  Our popular education workshop, Closing the Racial Wealth Divide, has been conducted for hundreds of organizations all over the country, and is frequently downloaded from our website by other workshop leaders. Working with the Education Team, the Initiative Leader will conduct workshops, as well as design, revise, and update curricula for diverse audiences, and organize Training(s) of Trainers
• Partnerships and Policy Agenda:  The Initiative Leader will work to cultivate and solidify the existing partnerships we have brokered as well as find new organizations across the country who are interested in an economic and policy approach to racial inequality. The Initiative Leader will be in contact with these networks and work to advance and disseminate our analysis.
• Media & Publication Efforts:  Work with the Communications Team to publicize the roots of the racial wealth divide in government action/inaction and possible policy solutions in the mass media, and to help local grassroots organizations develop media strategies and spokespeople. Work on the development of the Racial Wealth Divide website and periodic reports, including our annual State of the Dream report.

Experience

• 3-5 years experience in community organizing, popular education and/or community economic development.
• Deep experience working with African-American communities.
• Substantial experience working in cross-racial, cross-ethnic and cross-class contexts.
• Experience in “translating” policy analysis for grassroots audiences to engage them in policy debates and actions.
• Program planning and evaluation experience.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong commitment to building an anti-racist organization.
• Understanding of, and interest in the role of government policy in creating and addressing economic and racial inequality; ability to work with policy makers.
• Commitment to building alliances, collaborations, and cooperation among organizations working for economic and social justice.
• Ability to reach a variety of audiences regardless of political persuasion.
• Communication skills including both writing and public speaking.
• Tech savvy / interest in developing tech skills, especially in web usage and social networking.
• Flexibility and a sense of humor.
• Well-networked within national activist or policy organizations
• Knowledgeable about “the lay of the land” as it relates to activism in communities of color.
• Bi and/or multi-lingual ability, especially Spanish fluency.
• Ability to outreach and to work with religious denominations.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Location of Position and Travel

The location of the position is Boston, MA. Periodic travel throughout the country will be required. Must have a valid drivers license.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary is competitive within the non-profit sector and commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. While the position is initially part-time, UFE hopes to secure funding to make the position full-time at some point in the future.

To apply:

By April 1, 2010, email cover letter, resume and three references to jobsfaireconomy.org [1] noting "RWD Initative Leader Search - Application" in the subject line. If you have questions regarding this announcement, please forward those to jobsfaireconomy.org [2] noting "RWD Initiative Leader Search - Question" in the subject line. No phone calls or other email inquiries please.

UFE is an equal opportunity employer. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBT community are strongly encouraged to apply.