The Network/La Red is a survivor-led, social justice organization with over 30 years’ experience working to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, kink, polyamorous, and queer communities. Our organization and staff are recognized locally and nationally as experts in providing survivor-centered services and as thought leaders on the issue of LGBTQ+ partner abuse. We blend our history and commitment to being survivor-led, our analysis of LGBTQ+ partner abuse, and our commitment to being an anti-oppressive organization to create a unique framework that is the foundation of our survivor-centered approach.
We are who we work with; the staff, volunteers, and board of directors of TNLR are members of the very communities the organization serves. We believe that survivors are the experts in their own lives and are therefore committed to centering survivors’ voices and leadership in all aspects of our work. While we offer services for survivors we also organize and educate about partner abuse to create the change we believe is possible for our communities.
Role Title: Community Awareness Associate
Location: Statewide in Massachusetts. This position works between two Boston area offices with occasional travel across the state and some flexibility to work remotely.
Hours: 40 hours/week; varied schedule with some evenings and weekends required
Supervised by: Marketing and Communications Manager
The Community Awareness Associate leads our in-person and virtual outreach efforts to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ partner abuse and the services we offer survivors by attending statewide events, posting on social media, and supporting the following programs: Coffee with TNLR, Community Conversations, and Community Partnerships. This position will also occasionally provide training for community groups and providers.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute TNLR’s outreach strategy to strengthen relationships with statewide providers and communities we serve and extend our reach.
- Schedule and coordinate internal and external community outreach events throughout the state (Pride, TDOR, etc.), with other Community Awareness Associate.
- Maintain TNLR’s outreach materials by keeping inventory, preparing materials for events, fulfilling requests for materials, and re-ordering/revising materials as needed.
- Work with social media team to share information about upcoming events, our services, and our partnerships on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
- Build relationships with QTBIPOC and Spanish-speaking community groups, leaders, and businesses to create a Community Partnership Program with the other Community Awareness Associate.
- Support Survivor Leadership Associate with Community Conversations, a program designed to foster leadership development among survivors and share information about partner abuse in our communities.
- Collaborate with TNLR volunteers to plan and facilitate our monthly workshop, Coffee with TNLR, where we educate our communities about the issue of partner abuse and related topics.
- Support training team with facilitating training for community groups and providers as appropriate.
- Participate in program development and other organizational projects.
- Contribute to organizational committees as appropriate.
- Provide support to survivors of LGBTQ+ partner abuse as needed, including hotline.
- Maintain files of program activities, provide program information and reports as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned/necessary.
Qualifications, Strengths, and Skills: We hire for life experience. People of color, trans people, survivors of partner abuse especially encouraged to apply.
- Required Qualification: Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
The remaining qualifications are for an ideal candidate, but we will consider all types of experience and will absolutely consider candidates who don’t meet all the qualifications. An ideal candidate will:
- Have a valid driver’s license.
- Have a minimum of 1 year of experience in at least 2 of the following areas: LGBTQ+ partner abuse; training/public speaking; organizing/community outreach; communications.
- Be a “people person” – enjoy talking with people (in person and on the phone), have experience making and maintaining connections in community, and be able to represent the organization in professional and social settings.
- Have excellent listening, organizational, and communication skills.
- Be able to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities, including the stress of juggling daily tasks, ongoing projects, and crisis support of survivors as it comes up.
- Have a passion for social change/social justice.
- Be energetic and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Be self-motivated.
Compensation: This position is Bilingual required (En/Sp) with a bilingual salary at $54,080. TNLR offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- 100% employer paid health and dental insurance
- 401k retirement plan and up to a 3% employer match
- Optional supplemental insurance through AFLAC with up to $30/month employer contribution.
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Professional development funds
- Generous time off: annual paid vacation (15 days), sick leave (12 days for physical and mental health), holidays (13 of your choosing), personal days (8 days), and bereavement leave (up to 3 days per loss).
Application details: Position to begin as soon as possible. This position will remain open until it is filled. Please send a resume and cover letter to: hiring@tnlr.org.
The Network/La Red does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.