Advocacy Manager
Position Overview
Earth Ministry/Washington Interfaith Power & Light (WA IPL) is seeking an Advocacy Manager to effectively organize and mobilize people of faith and conscience to advocate for strong environmental policies (specifically as it relates to the areas of Water, Health, and Energy in Washington State) through strategic, relational, inspiring, and collaborative leadership.
Some Position Responsibilities
Advocacy/Community Organizing
- Develop strategic plans for organizing and empowering EM/WA IPL’s sacred communities and their members advocate for environmental justice and the well-being of their communities across Washington State.
- Deepen and build upon the network of sacred communities connected to EM/WA IPL to expand the effectiveness and impact of faith-rooted presence for strong environmental policies.
- Serve as a bridge between sacred communities and environmental advocacy organizations and coalitions, thereby educating and networking the communities. This can also include helping to coordinate contact between EM/WA IPL members and their elected officials.
Program Development
- Create, curate, and implement advocacy-related presentations including adult education classes, conference workshops, testimony training, panel discussions, and other public speaking as requested.
- Create messaging on environmental issues and positions from a multifaith perspective; write and ensure effective distribution of EM/WA IPL advocacy materials to target audiences.
Position Benefits
This position is full-time, 40hr/week with a current salary range of $55,000-$60,000/year. Additional benefits include full coverage health insurance and a non-matching 403b retirement plan available. We provide generous time off: 10 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave. Additionally, EM/WA IPL offices are closed from December 26 through January 1, which is paid time off for all staff and interns.