Senior Organizing Manager

The California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) – Senior Organizing Manager

The California Pan-Ethnic Health Network (CPEHN) is seeking a full-time Senior Organizing Manager. CPEHN is a statewide health policy organization focused on addressing racial and ethnic health disparities. CPEHN works closely with communities of color across the state to elevate local voices and health issues to state and local policymakers and help communities of color advance policy change and structural reform that creates equitable conditions for their communities.

This position must be based in the Bay Area Metropolitan Area or Northern California (e.g., Monterey, Solano, Central Coast). CPEHN maintains physical offices in Oakland, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. CPEHN has a mandatory up-to-date COVID-19 vaccine policy.

Position Overview

The Senior Organizing Manager is responsible for building and mobilizing culturally, ethnically, and regionally diverse coalitions to support CPEHN’s health equity policy agenda. We are looking for someone with expertise in community engagement and outreach or direct action organizing, project management, facilitation, and a working knowledge of strategies to advance California’s statewide policy advocacy.

Ideal candidates have a passion for health equity and can authentically build and maintain excellent relationships with diverse communities. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned advocate or community organizer who is looking to evolve their skill sets and collaborate with a fantastic team to push for impactful policy change in California.

Key Job Duties

• Develop and implement advocacy and campaign strategies within the coalition.
• Identify and implement strategies to build, grow, and maintain network membership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CPEHN partners.
• Oversee the policy prioritization process for networks and support development of policy agendas.
• Lead meetings with community partners in statewide advocacy spaces.
• Provide trainings and mentorship for CPEHN’s advocacy managers on effective mobilization and community engagement tools and strategies as needed.
• Supervise staff.

Essential Skills

• Ability to work with grassroots partners and coalitions and integrate their voice in advocacy efforts.
• Ability to build and make connections with both legislators and community members.
• Excellent facilitation skills for planning in-person and virtual events and meetings.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with health policy and the budget process in California.
• Cultural humility and understanding of issues impacting all communities of color.
• Ability to work within and across teams, title tiers, and offices.
• Ability to collaborate with others for collective impact.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience working in a community organizing or advocacy-related position, preferably at a nonprofit or community-based organization.
• At least 3 years of experience working on issues related to communities of color or working with communities of color.
• At least 2 years of direct supervision experience.

Compensation and Benefits

$80,500 – $82,500. At CPEHN, we understand the importance of benefits and how they contribute to the overall well-being of our staff. We provide excellent benefits (100% employer-paid health and dental insurance, up to 10% employer retirement contributions, sabbatical leave, generous PTO with a 1‑week winter holiday every year, frontloaded sick leave, and more). CPEHN provides all employees with professional development funds to grow and hone skills relevant to their work.

Culture

We center equity at the heart of our culture, which can be seen in our hiring, salary transparency, and our commitment to staff growth. We pride ourselves on uplifting a healthy work-life balance, which includes monthly “Slow Fridays,” weekly “Fun Time,” annual “Fun Days,” and a flexible hybrid work schedule that is largely remote.

To Apply

Submit the following via Bamboo:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• One writing sample (no longer than 2 pages)

CPEHN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. Bilingual individuals are encouraged to apply.

CPEHN Values

Integrity | Equity | Collaboration | Commitment