Cast is the nation’s largest provider of comprehensive, life-transforming services to survivors of Human Trafficking and an advocate for groundbreaking policies and legislation. We are currently on a mission to hire the very best talent who are committed to systems change and elevating survivor voices to shape policy and public awareness to ultimately put an end to human trafficking. If you are looking to join a progressive and mission-driven organization, look no further!
Purpose of Position
The Survivor Leadership Coordinator position is in the Survivor Leadership Program under the Empowerment D epartment . The Survivor Leadership Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of Resilient Voices, our Los Angeles-based local survivor empowerment program , assists the Survivor Leadership Program Manager with the operations of the National Survivor Network, and is a key team member of the Survivor Leadership Program.
This position requires thorough knowledge and understanding of a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, human rights, strengths-based approach in working with survivors of human trafficking . Cast’s Survivor Leadership Program is in the final stages of clarifying our values, which include a public health approach to ending human trafficking that is less reliant on criminal legal intervention, and a harm reduction lens that aims to support safety for individuals engaged in all forms of labor, including the sex trades. Alignment with these values is essential for this position. This position requires some travel throughout Los Angeles County, and occasionally state-wide and/or nationally . This position is based in Los Angeles, and is a full-time non-exempt position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Designs, plans, organizes , and conducts RV meetings, trainings and events;
- Leads the completion of deliverables and goals of the program;
- Prepare s agenda, logistics, notes, and t rack attendance at RV meetings through the electronic database;
- Lead the development and implementation , in collaboration with the SLPM, of a strategic plan for RV ;
- Provides support and mentorship to the leaders within RV; Coordinate capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and collection of metrics for NSN activities ;
- Coordinates and oversees any RV interns ;
- Reports regularly to the SLPM about activities and concerns with RV.
- Work closely with the S LPM on strategic development for the overall Survivor Leadership Programs , including the local Survivor Caucus as well as the National Survivor Network ;
- Participate in regular Survivor Leadership Team meetings;
- Travel to participate in national conferences, advocacy initiatives and trainings is limited and requires pre-authorization from the Program Manager and CEO ;
- Serve as presenter, trainer, panelist, moderator, keynote speaker, etc. at strategic public advocacy events as a survivor expert , upon approval ;
- Serve as survivor expert to impro ve CAST’s programs and services ;
- Occasionally assist the SLPM with tasks related to the NSN.
Other Duties : Perform other duties in line with Empowerment Program and/or CAST goals
Physical demands are typical for an office environment, including sitting, reaching, lifting up to 50 lbs , speaking, hearing, and seeing – reasonable accommodations can be made.
REQUIREMENTS
- Survivor of Human Trafficking;
- Experience in program coordination ; Prior experience in advocacy and local/state/federal policy work a plus;
- Demonstrated leadership and exp erience in community organizing and survivor leadership;
- Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse populations and organizations;
- Possesses knowledge of common responses to trauma and trauma-informed care ;
- Ability to work independently and able to meet deadlines;
- Experience in working on multi-disciplinary teams;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including facilitation and conflict resolution;
- Ability to operate computer systems, including Internet, email, databases, and word processing software (Microsoft Office Suite) ;
- Organized, detailed, flexible, and able to multi-task to identify and respond to shifting priorities;
- Ability to work effectively with a team and ability to work through conflict;
- Ability to maintain cooperative and professional demeanor with clients, CAST staff, agency staff/board, vendors, consultants, allied professionals, donors, and members of the public;
- Accept and abide by the mission and philosophy of CAST and the values of the National Survivor Network ;
- Availability to travel independently throughout the Los Angeles region, with some statewide, national, or international travel that includes evenings and weekends;
- Ability to thrive in a mission-driven environment.
CAST is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Coalition to Abolish Slavery & Trafficking (CAST) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CAST complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.