Organizational Summary:
Black Alliance for Just Immigration (BAJI) fights for the rights of Black migrants and African Americans through organizing, legal advocacy, research, policy, and narrative building to improve the conditions of Black communities by advancing racial justice and migrant rights. BAJI's mission is to build collective power among Black communities to advocate for equity and justice in our laws, policies, and communities.
At the heart of BAJI's mission is our essential organizing work. Our organizing centers on Black Americans and Black migrants working together to become leaders in the fight against structural racism and systemic discrimination. BAJI has organizers in major cities with Black migrant populations, such as New York City, Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Los Angeles, and Oakland. Our organizers are deeply ingrained in their local communities. They leverage those ties to work on various regional and national issues, including civic engagement, coalition building, working with local officials, organizing actions, and more. Learn more about BAJI.
Position Summary:
BAJI seeks a highly experienced Director of Organizing to manage and build BAJI's organizing and campaign work. As a member of BAJI's Directors team and in consultation with BAJI staff, the Director of Organizing will lead the organization's local, state, and national organizing initiatives.
This position oversees, guides, trains, and develops organizers in our six Chapters: New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, and the San Francisco Bay Area. These organizers are responsible for the base-building and campaign work, including "Stop Cop City" in Atlanta, "ICE out of CA" in Los Angeles, and "Dignity Not in Detention" in New York, among others. At the national level, BAJI engages in advocacy and community power-building aimed at protecting the rights of Black migrants through our nationwide campaign #ProtectBlackMigrants.
This position reports to the Executive Director.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Management and Team Capacity Building
- Provide strategic guidance to BAJI's organizing, leadership development, and capacity-building initiatives.
- Manage leadership development, skills building, and political education work for organizing staff and members.
- Perform administrative tasks and other duties as assigned.
Organizing and Base Building Strategy
- Develop and facilitate training on organizing, leadership, and campaign development for BAJI organizers and partner organizations.
- Design, plan, and implement major campaigns to mobilize community members and build grassroots support.
Partnerships & Coalition Building
- Maintain relationships with local and national partners in the broader social justice and immigrant rights movement.
- Represent BAJI externally, including with local/state government officials, media, etc.
Qualifications:
The Director of Organizing should demonstrate knowledge and experience working in Black communities, coordinating and implementing local and national campaigns, mobilizing people and communities around issues and events, and building partnerships and coalitions with allies and key stakeholders.
- A minimum of 3 years of supervision and direct management experience in social movement spaces, political engagement, or related fields, particularly of organizers
- 3-5 years experience in community, labor, or political organizing, advocacy, or coalition building for social change
- Experienced in developing and executing leadership development training that deepens community member understanding and analysis of the systemic nature of oppression
- Knowledge of worker and/or youth development models and experience supporting leadership development of grassroots members
- Experience in member recruitment, leadership development, mobilization, and reflection
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Passion for racial justice and migrant rights.
Work Environment
This remote position can be based anywhere within the United States.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $85,000+, commensurate with experience.
BAJI offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance. We prioritize your future with access to a retirement plan and a Health Saving Account.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@baji.org.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
BAJI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, veteran or active military service member status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, unemployment status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
