The Ironbound Community Corporation (ICC) is a 55-year-old nonprofit organization whose mission is to engage and empower individuals, families, and groups in realizing their aspirations and, together, work to create a just, vibrant, and sustainable community.
ICC strives to address the needs of our diverse, multilingual, multicultural community. Today, ICC serves more than 1,000 children and families every day with a wide range of programs and services. ICC also strengthens communities through advocacy, neighborhood organizing, and community development initiatives.
The Environmental Justice Community Development (EJCD)team has wide reaching goals, from preventing gentrification to fighting for police reform to developing grassroots climate solutions. In all we do we are working to build alternatives we can believe in and working to defend our community.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Policy Analyst will serve as a key advocate and strategist, focusing on advancing environmental and social justice initiatives. This role involves conducting research, analyzing policies, engaging with community organizations, and building strong relationships with stakeholders including government agencies and legislators to drive systemic change. They will conduct in-depth research on environmental and social justice policies at local, state, and federal levels, analyze legislation, and government programs for their impact on historically marginalized communities. They will also develop policy briefs, reports, and recommendations to support advocacy efforts, influence decision-making and drive systemic change.
We organize and advocate at the local, state, and national levels, addressing various issues such as environment, climate, goods movement, housing and displacement, green space, infrastructure, community planning and development, community land trusts, and urban agriculture.
The Policy Analyst will report to the Director of Advocacy and Organizing to develop and direct campaigns that advance our work's goals, as well as work with all members of the EJCD team to effectively push for change.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong relationship with Newark, along with the ability to work with flexibility and compassion. They will also embody the qualities of a thoughtful, creative, compassionate, and dynamic leader and manager, adept at leading a talented and diverse team. Essential skills for this position include self-motivation, strong leadership and management abilities, excellent writing and communication skills, flexibility, attention to detail, and the capability to navigate crises and rapid changes successfully.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
Policy Research and Analysis:
● Develop a process to review policy and advocacy campaigns to ensure they are strategically focused and driven by our mission and vision; and provide appropriate leadership and oversight to ensure success.
● Coordinate local and state-level policy agenda:
● Track the progress of legislative agendas and policy campaigns and coordinate with the Frontline Communications Manager to promote the organization’s policy developments with key stakeholders.
● Community Engagement
General Duties
JOB SPECIFICATIONS OR QUALIFICATIONS, SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS
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Core Values
ICC is animated by a core group of values, including mutual respect, empathy, fairness and transparency, commitment to excellence, and accountability.
Mutual Respect: We accept the importance of each person’s rights, customs and wishes. We are courteous and supportive in all of our interactions with clients and colleagues. Examples of this value in action are:
Empathy: We strive to understand what others are experiencing and feeling by trying to see things from their perspectives. We are willing to give our time and energy to the community and are constantly searching for ways to improve the lives of those we serve. Examples of this value in action are:
Fairness and Transparency: We are committed to authentic, two-way communication, willing to listen without judgment and, with respect, express our point of view. We cherish diversity and inclusiveness, embracing the community with its input and feedback. Examples of this value in action are:
Commitment to Excellence: We provide the highest quality service possible, earning trust and exceeding expectations. We continuously learn from experience. We approach challenges with creativity and flexibility. Examples of this value in action are:
Accountability: We are responsible for the quality and outcomes of the programs we provide, for explaining why deviations from reasonable expectations may have occurred, and for responding responsibly at all times, especially when errors in behavior or judgment have happened. Examples of this value in action are:
COMPENSATION
Salary range/Hourly for this position is $75,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience. ICC offers a competitive compensation package including health benefits, generous time off policy, and 403(b) plan.
TO APPLY
Please click "Apply" below to email a resume and cover letter, with the subject line “EJ Policy Analyst.”
ICC is an Equal Opportunity Employerand is committed to further building and maintaining a staff that reflects the full range and diversity of our community. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our community members, but we also strive for the same in our employees. ICC is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are looking for a diverse applicant pool and strongly encourage women of color, persons with disabilities, immigrants, members of the LGBTQ community, and people from low-income and working-class backgrounds to apply.
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