This position will be assigned to the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Unit of the Program Operations Division and will be responsible for performing the following duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare, coordinate, and complete several required mid-year and annual grant reports for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), including reports on performance measures. Responsible for the development, coordination, and preparation of the biannual CSBG Community Action Needs Assessment report and the two-year Community Action Plan, both of which are submitted to the state. Review and prepare recommendations to management on work, progress, findings, and/or reports on activities related to CSBG. Serve as liaison with state and local representatives on performance reporting. Work with staff in HCIDLA Operations and Planning, and other administrative staff on CSBG grant budget, contracts, and program planning. Prepare written reports and other correspondence for management signature, including transmittals to Mayor and Council and reports to the oversight board.
• Coordinate, staff, advise, and provide support for the 12-member CSBG Community Action Board (CAB) and its meetings. This includes: preparation and set-up of meetings; prepare and post public meeting notifications (in accordance with Brown Act); arrange speakers; prepare agendas, materials and meeting notes; and prepare correspondence and documentation, as needed. Work with board members to recruit, orient, inform, and assist members, as needed, to fulfill their required board functions. Work with HCIDLA Program Operations staff and others to keep board members apprised of status of program operations, budget, and performance. Maintain files on bylaws, membership, agendas, and other documents.
• Research, develop, and prepare necessary policy recommendations to management on best practices or strategies to reduce poverty. Support development of the department goals scorecard. Coordinate internal and external trainings, seminars, discussions, and conferences. Will also assist with execution of FSS-related contracts. Track legislation and state notices regarding the grant and funding.

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The Housing and Community Development Department has an opening for a temporary Housing Case Manager. This temporary position works with persons who have experienced a housing crisis due to the COVID-19 pandemic, are living unsheltered in temporary shelters or other group facilities, and are seeking alternative permanent housing.  Work involves providing counseling, case management, support and preventive services to at-risk individuals, including homeless persons, and families with children and teens, and making appropriate referrals to departments, individuals and agencies.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Homeless Programs Coordinator with some leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work and in making decisions regarding client needs and requests. Does related work as required.

* This is a safety sensitive position and participation in the Drug and Alcohol Program is required. Background check required.

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Examples of Essential Functions
Following are examples of typical work activities and responsibilities.  The incumbent may be responsible for performing other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.  A position may not include all the work examples given, nor does the list include all that may be assigned.

• Conducts assessments and develops alternative permanent housing solutions for persons who have been displaced because of COVID-19, and are living unsheltered in temporary shelters or other group facilities.
• Interviews clients and/or collateral contacts to gather information needed to determine the need and eligibility for benefits; verifies information and investigates discrepancies.
• Evaluates the need for other services to adults, families or children based on knowledge of all community resources and social services programs.
• Works with the Housing Access Coordinator to provide clients with information about housing availability and makes referrals to obtain permanent housing alternatives.
• Works closely with Department staff and service providers to determine what housing programs are available and appropriate for clients.
• Works with the Coordinated Entry Housing Specialist to connect people referred through the Housing Helpline to appropriate state, federal, and/or local resources.
• When needed, answer calls on the Housing Helpline and provide appropriate coordinated assessment and resource connection procedures to include accurately recording information in the Homeless Management Information System and local OCHCD databases for analysis and reporting purposes.
• Utilizes OC Connect to identify appropriate and available resources for clients and OC Opportunity Finder to locate available affordable housing.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws, codes and policies concerning the provision of public assistance programs and their eligibility requirements, especially as they relate to housing and supportive services needed for housing stability.
• Thorough knowledge of interviewing procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and motivational interviewing.
• Knowledge of best practices in housing and homeless services provision.
• Thorough knowledge of HIPAA guidelines and ability to apply guidelines to client records.
• Good knowledge of current social, economic and health trends and services, and the ability to adapt trends to practical program applications and link clients with services needed.
• Skill in being customer-focused, adept at problem solving and working collaboratively with others.
• Skill in gathering and documenting information.
• Skill at prioritizing work activities and multi-task while under pressure.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, resourcefulness, accuracy, thoroughness and the physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position, while maintaining an ethical standard of care.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when working with various records and reports containing personal and financial information.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and deal with culturally diverse populations.

The Orange County Housing and Community Development Department has an opening for a Housing and Community Development (HCD) Specialist II. An employee in this class coordinates and administers services for low- and moderate-income Orange County residents related to housing rehabilitation and community development activities. Work includes coordinating with other County departments and community partners on issues related to community development activities, assessing housing needs, creating and implementing community development strategies, collecting, compiling, monitoring and analyzing housing program data, and ensuring compliance with housing programs and federal, state, and local funding sources. Work is performed under limited supervision by the Housing and Community Development Manager. Does related work as required.

Examples of Essential Functions: Following are examples of typical work activities and responsibilities. The incumbent may be responsible for performing other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned. A position may not include all the work examples given, nor does the list include all that may be assigned.

• Coordinates all Urgent Repair and Housing Rehabilitation Programs run by the Department, including those programs funded by the NC Housing Finance and/or other Federal, State. Local, or private agencies.
• Coordinates and supports the administration of the Risk Mitigation and Housing Stabilization Fund (AKA Emergency Housing Assistance) including application processing for assistance, coordinating with the Towns to support administration of their housing assistance funds through the Housing Helpline, tracking payments and fund balance with assistance from the Department’s Business Officer, updating guidelines and applications as needed, providing outreach, and supporting the Housing Helpline and Housing Help Programs.
• Coordinates the Orange County Home Preservation Coalition (OCHPC) including maintaining the OCHPC database, scheduling and running meetings, facilitating communication and collaboration among Coalition members, seeking new partnerships and funding sources, and exploring opportunities for operational improvement.
• Assists with coordination of Orange County’s Displacement Mitigation Assistance Program (D-MAP) for manufactured home residents.
• Works with Housing and Urban Development (HUD) representatives to provide HOME program information, analysis, reporting, and compliance requirements for receipt of HUD funds.
• Collects, compiles and analyzes rehabilitation program and HOME funding data, and creates reports detailing program performance and impact.
• Collects and reviews quarterly reports from all Housing and Community Development program grantees and sub-recipients and, along with the Community Development Manager, monitors them for program compliance.
• Manages the monitoring and compliance process for rehabilitation programs and HOME funding which includes reviewing records, overseeing and coordination of the monitoring schedule, requesting current/updated reports, and providing feedback to program participants and management regarding potential issues of non-compliance.
• Evaluates grant and external funding opportunities in terms of budget or program implications such as matching requirements, staff support and/or other long-term financial commitments.
• Completes and submits annual federal and state grant applications; applies for other grants to support the goals of the County, Towns and stakeholders.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of the Department’s Housing and Community Development programs and submits recommendations for programmatic and policy changes to improve efficiency and make programs more responsive to community needs.
• Conducts briefings and facilitates housing outreach information sessions, along with other Department staff, for Orange County residents and applicable groups.
• Assists the Department Director and Housing and Community Development Manager with coordinating the Orange County Local Government Affordable Housing Collaborative and the Affordable Housing Advisory Board’s meetings and activities.  Tasks include agenda setting and drafting, providing meeting materials, generating and presenting reports on Department activities, and providing general assistance and updates to members when needed.
• Attends, as needed, monthly meetings of the Affordable Housing Advisory Board and quarterly/special meetings of the Orange County Local Government Affordable Housing Collaborative.
• Assists the Community Development Manager on the development of Orange County’s 5-Year Consolidated Plan and/or Annual Action Plan.
• Works with the Housing Rehabilitation Specialists and the Housing and Community Development Manager on projects, including regular meetings to review the applicant pool and to approve assistance.
• Creates, maintains and updates Housing and Community Development program dashboards and the Master Housing Rehabilitation Log.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence poverty and housing insecurity.
• Thorough knowledge of available state and federal housing programs and their eligibility requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of current social, economic and housing trends and services, and the ability to adapt trends to practical program applications.
• General knowledge of housing and community development trends, principles and practices.
• Skill in being customer-focused, adept at problem solving and working collaboratively with others.
• Skill in interviewing persons, gathering information and using various clinical assessment tools to evaluate the needs of clients, summarize and interpret findings, and develop assistance alternatives.
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, resourcefulness, accuracy, thoroughness and the physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Ability to work effectively with funding agencies, other County departments, and nonprofit and/or neighborhood organizations.
• Ability to clearly interpret and apply all applicable Federal, State and local laws, ordinances and other regulations, policies and procedures as they pertain to various housing programs to ensure compliance.

Graduation from a regionally accredited or recognized college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social and/or Political Science, Urban Planning, Business Administration, Community Development or related field AND five (5) years’ of direct work experience in housing or community development; OR An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Master’s degree in a related field of study is preferred.

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The Orange County Housing and Community Development Department has an opening for two Coordinated Entry Housing Specialists***. These positions provide direct customer service to people in housing crisis, assisting people as they navigate housing resources for homelessness prevention, emergency response involving shelter, and permanent housing.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Homeless Programs Coordinator with leeway to exercise independent judgment within the framework of applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures in the performance of duties, both in terms of planning and accomplishing work, and in making decisions regarding needs and requests. Does related work as required.

* Background Check required.

***Position is contingent upon Board of County Commissioner approval of the FY 2020-2021 Recommended Budget, beginning 7/1/20.

Examples of Essential Functions: Following are examples of typical work activities and responsibilities. The incumbent may be responsible for performing other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.  A position may not include all the work examples given, nor does the list include all that may be assigned.

• Provides information to clients and assist them in housing, problem-solving, relevant program processes, and makes referrals to human service resources;
• Performs walk-in and telephone assessments, and provides trauma-informed care to persons presenting for housing coordinated entry; interviews clients to gather information and lead structured conversations;
• Maintains client documentation and electronic records in accordance with program requirements, policies and accepted professional standards in order to provide accountability for the expenditure of local, state and federal funds;
• Provides direct customer service to service providers, participants, and the general public responding to inquiries, requests and follow up;
• Prepares and presents information regarding coordinated entry to human service agencies, civic and community groups, and individual citizens as requested;
• Contributes to the HOME Committee and Coordinated Entry Planning Group and/or other assigned team(s) by actively participating in team meetings and special projects, processing improvements, collaborating with and supporting all team members, and following through on initiatives and assignments, as directed;
• Embraces and supports all initiatives, policies and procedures within the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness, and implements all requirements in accordance with established guidelines;
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as county staff, clients, service providers, community audiences and the general public;
• Performs various administrative tasks including preparing reports and correspondence, preparing meeting materials, and creating reports;
• Uses computer applications or other automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments;
• Attends ongoing training from HUD and technical assistance providers.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of the principles, challenges, practices, and philosophies on ending homelessness, including information gathering, counseling, assessment and intervention methods.
• Good knowledge of trauma-informed care and client-centered practices.
• Good knowledge of the social, economic, and environmental factors which influence poverty, unemployment and homelessness.
• Good knowledge of the various social and health service functions and interrelationships of the county, other governmental agencies, and community resources, and the ability to make appropriate referrals.
• Good knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to homeless services, such as the HEARTH Act, the McKinney Vento Act, the CoC Interim Rule, and other programs related to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from High School AND three (3) years related work experience in a human service program or homelessness

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The Equitable Housing and Community Development (EHCD) division operates the development and revitalization services eligible to the million+ residents of the County, in coordination with twelve municipalities. It also ensures much of the administration and compliance for Federal grant and locally funded programs focused on neighborhood revitalization, rehabilitation, development, and public infrastructure projects benefiting low and moderate-income households.

The Community Development Specialist (CD Specialist) is responsible for executing tasks to support the Neighborhood Revitalization and Land Disposition Programs. The Neighborhood Revitalization Program supports low-and-moderate income communities through infrastructure, housing and public facility improvements. The Public Land Disposition Program analyzes county-owned properties eligible and appropriate for affordable housing development. This position will draft, or revise calls for projects or requests for proposals (RFPs). They will perform program set-up, analysis, eligibility, and close-out alongside department staff. The CD Specialist will ensure project coordination, communication, research, and compliance.

In addition, the CD Specialist will perform administrative and compliance tasks to support U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) entitlement grants and programs. This position will assist in community engagement, research, and reporting for the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and other required reports which determine Department priorities through data analysis and assessment of community need. In addition, this position will support engagement, advocacy, and education to further housing affordability and community revitalization strategies.

A self-supporting public agency, the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency leverages state and federal resources with private funds to finance $2 billion in real estate activity annually—meeting critical housing needs and putting North Carolinians to work in communities statewide.

Main Objective: Serves as an information resource to senior staff, the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors. Provides research, data analysis, and reporting services, and responds to the general public, governor’s office, legislative, and private/public partner inquiries. Maintains expertise on federal and state housing law, programs, and regulations, as well as a thorough understanding of Agency programs. Coordinates or leads inter-agency and intra-agency initiatives and activities. Stays current on the affordable housing needs of the state as well as available housing resources. Evaluates Agency programs for efficiency, effectiveness, alignment with Agency mission, and compliance with regulatory requirements, and recommends adjustments to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an appropriately accredited institution required; Masters Degree in a related field preferred. Three years of experience in housing planning, finance or program operations is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Intermediate knowledge of Excel (to include pivot tables) and Word is required; knowledge of PowerPoint is required; knowledge of and ability to use e-mail is required; ability to perform internet searches is required; strong reading, writing and verbal skills are required; strong analytical skills to include the ability to perform statistical analysis of data is required; knowledge of housing industry and federal housing programs is required. Project management, facilitation, and public speaking skills are preferred. Basic knowledge of SharePoint, GIS, SQL, and Tableau preferred; familiarity with basic principles of graphic design and/or familiarity with software such as Publisher or Adobe InDesign preferred.

Apply on-line: http://www.nchfa.org/JobApplication/Application/JobDetails/172

CoHab is a real estate development team building walkable neighborhoods in secondary American markets (e.g., Charlotte, NC). Our goal is to recreate the lifestyle and value of the country’s most desirable neighborhoods (think Brooklyn, SF, DC) in growing markets that don’t offer walkability and transit-centric living. We believe that urban, walkable lifestyles are imperative as part of the solution to climate change, which we consider the issue of our generation.

Description

CoHab is seeking a do-er. As an early stage company, our ideal candidate can both lean into immediate needs and keep a long view, adding value by building the component parts of a successful company. And as part of a small team, the candidate will be a business partner, who must take initiative to generate CoHab’s target outcomes: build walkable neighborhoods.

About You

• Proven track record of effectively managing projects with competing demands and deadlines

• Committed to personal and professional growth through open feedback in a fast-paced start-up environment

• Curiosity-driven learner

• Outcomes oriented

• Possesses the confidence to offer opinions without complete information, and the humility to change opinions when contrary evidence amounts

• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written

• A good thinker, someone who can process multi-variable decisions thoroughly, objectively, and with good humor

• Demonstrated interest in urbanism, the built environment, real estate, and/or working on solutions to climate change

• Desire to help create a thriving business environment and culture that is inclusive, fun, engaged, and curious

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree required; relevant graduate degrees viewed favorably

• Minimum 5 years of total work experience; 7+ years preferred

• Demonstrated experience in partner management, entrepreneurship, fundraising, and/or finance

• Experience with real estate/architecture/construction preferred, but not required

• Mission alignment essential

• Charlotte residency (or relocation) is required

The Role

We will tailor the role to match the candidate’s experience and expect the role to evolve as the company grows. Ideally, candidates will bring direct experience or relevant skills for each of these components:

Real Estate Management

• In close coordination with the CEO and Director of Operations, build on CoHab’s reputation in the Charlotte market by selecting and nurturing key Charlotte relationships, including: city officials, attorneys, contractors, neighborhood associations, investors, banks, brokers, landowners, other real estate developers

• Spend time each week visiting sites under construction to talk with the Superintendents / Project Managers, engender trust in our partners, and keep the CoHab team aware of on-the-ground conditions

• Collaborate with the CEO, local brokers, and landowners to help evaluate new properties and bring off-market deals to the firm

• Collaborate with the Director of Operations and external property management firms to implement property management systems

• Be flexible and do what is needed to be done

Capital Raising

CoHab’s development portfolio will exceed $200M over the next 4 years. Capital raising at CoHab is a team effort, supported by the CEO, CFO, and the Director of Operations.

Take responsibility for generating equity and debt leads, follow-ups, due diligence, and ultimately closing on a meaningful contribution of the firm’s total need.

Finance and Analysis

Deals: Support underwriting of current and prospective real estate deals.

Financial management: Collaborate with the CFO to support the creation and maintenance of internal financial systems (accounting, corporate finance, etc.). These systems will be used to make data-driven business decisions.

Reading / Learning / Conferences

Good ideas often come in the quieter moments. We want our team to be full of generative ideas. Take time to read, learn, and attend events. Do what you need to do to stay creative and broaden your horizons.

Travel Expectations

• Based in Charlotte, NC

• Visit San Francisco or New York a few times a year

• Attendance at occasional events and conferences

Start Date

Summer 2020 (flexible)

Salary

Commensurate with experience

The Organization: California YIMBY is a statewide housing advocacy organization dedicated to ending the housing shortage and making California an affordable place for everyone to live, work, and raise a family. California YIMBY is not a traditional non-profit: we reject the policy and political status-quo and work to realize fundamental evidence-based change to California’s housing policies, which would benefit tens-of-millions of people. Founded in 2017, California YIMBY has built a list of 80,000 supporters and 25 local YIMBY teams from San Diego to Humboldt counties. The organization has redefined the national housing debate by sponsoring transformative legislation like SB 827 and SB 50, and has helped draft and pass several other bills that legalized ADUs and removed barriers to building homes.

The Opportunity: California YIMBY is seeking a full-time Research Program Manager to help define and guide our research agenda, to coordinate research efforts with partner academics and researchers, and to represent California YIMBY at events and in the media. This research will inform California YIMBY’s advocacy agenda.

The Research Program Manager will serve as a member of California YIMBY’s leadership team, report directly to the CEO, and develop and carry out California YIMBY’s research agenda, including identifying new research opportunities, developing research design, and formulating policy proposals informed by their research.

The Research Program Manager will:

Design and implement a research program that helps inform California YIMBY’s advocacy.

• Conduct independent research, produce policy papers, briefs, and content explaining housing research.
• Coordinate research efforts with partner academic researchers and institutions.
• Represent California YIMBY at events and in the media through press interviews, op-eds, blogs, and social media.
• Collaborate with senior staff to write research grants and other development efforts.
• Lead and manage external research partnerships, including working with senior staff to establish new research collaborations.
• Work with the communications team to translate academic research into materials intended for non-academic audiences.

Minimum qualifications (at the time of application): Possess strong writing and communication skills, strong organizational, analytical, and project management abilities, and be comfortable working on a distributed team. Experience working with data sources such as the Census/ACS, PUMS, and HMDA. Experience with manipulating and analyzing datasets with R, Python Pandas (or even SAS or STATA) as well as a working knowledge of GIS is expected. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across race, wealth, or partisan boundaries. The successful applicant will have a passion to end the housing crisis and a minimum of 2 years of relevant professional or academic experience.

Preferred qualifications: PhD or equivalent degree in Economics, Planning, Public Policy/Administration, or equivalent field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant research experience, with a focus in at least one of the following areas: urban policy, affordable housing, land use, or real estate. Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal housing programs or land use regulations is strongly preferred. Management experience is desirable.

California YIMBY is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, personal appearance, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, or political affiliation. We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where our differences broaden our awareness, enrich our experiences and are the basis of our collective strength. Members of underrepresented ethnic or socioeconomic populations and bilingual/multilingual speakers are strongly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email your CV, cover letter, research portfolio which includes two-three pieces for which you were the sole or principal responsible author to jobs@cayimby.org. Candidates who reach the second interview stage will be asked to provide three – five professional or academic references as well as additional work samples.

Location: California remote, preferably Oakland or Sacramento

The following are the duties of this position at the GS-12. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position.

• Performs analysis and advisory assignments related to the effectiveness of multifamily housing programs and is responsible for complex analytical and program operation duties that facilitate the effective operations of Hub operations.
• Is responsible for fact-finding for projects including researching, gathering, assembling, correlating and analyzing data and information which may require the use of a variety of systems and applications used by the organization. Prepares recommendations or suggestions for changes to current processes or new methodology.
• Review reports and studies to ensure that inquiries from customers and higher level management are met according to established standards for timeliness, quality, and responsiveness.
• Develops, designs, documents, and implements various reporting systems that will facilitate the Hub’s operations. Works with the Hub Director and senior management staff in resolving programmatic and technical work problems not covered by established policies or procedures. Performs other programmatic and technical duties as assigned
• Conduct or lead analytical studies of the various programmatic aspects of the organization’s programs for the purpose of evaluating the effectiveness of current policies and procedures to meet program objectives.

Help end homelessness and housing poverty in America with the National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC). For more than 45 years NLIHC has championed socially just public policy that ensures the lowest-income people in the U.S. have decent, affordable homes.

NLIHC seeks a housing policy analyst/senior housing policy analyst (depending on experience) responsible for identifying, analyzing, advocating, and engaging the Coalition’s membership and network in action on federal policy and regulatory activities related to the Coalition’s mission and priorities. The policy analyst will report to the NLIHC vice president for public policy.

The policy analyst/senior analyst will:

Monitor legislative, regulatory, and administrative developments, as well as other activities or events of interest on Capitol Hill and at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and other relevant agencies.

Help develop policy strategies and advocate Coalition positions before members of Congress and the Administration by drafting letters, scheduling and participating in meetings, and leading coalitions, and preparing and sending communications to Congress, Administration officials, and their staff.

Develop advocacy materials that translate pending proposals and actions into an accessible and understandable format, including factsheets, briefs, white papers, testimony, and other resources.
Complete other policy projects, as assigned.

Represent the Coalition before selected national partners.
Coordinate and facilitate working group and coalition meetings, prepare materials, and make presentations. Attend meetings and events of other coalitions.

Work together with NLIHC field staff and NLIHC partners and allies in impacted communities to stay abreast of housing concerns.
Research and prepare articles for NLIHC’s Memo to Members and Partners e-newsletter, including updates on Capitol Hill, HUD, and other federal agencies, through web-based and other research and attendance at hearings and briefings.

Develop advocacy communications for a wide variety of Coalition members and partners.

Plan and implement briefings, dialogues, and other informational forums on issues related to Coalition priorities and initiatives.

Monitor, and provide updates for, the Coalition website.
Participate in the planning and implementation of all aspects of Coalition’s annual policy conference, including speaker recruitment.

Attend and report at all meetings of Board of Directors; participate in staff meetings, trainings, and all Coalition events. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree (master’s degree or law degree preferred). A degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Humanitarian Emergency Management or related area is a plus.
Applicants should have at least two years of experience in public policy or legislative affairs for the policy analyst position and at least five years of experience for the senior policy analyst position. Applicants should have a commitment to social justice and knowledge of affordable housing, homelessness, fair housing or social service delivery. Candidates should be able to work in a diverse, high-paced environment and have strong writing and editing skills, oral and interpersonal communications, organizational skills, and attention to detail. Applicants should also be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite and social media platforms.

An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, NLIHC offers a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a full-time position located in Washington, DC, but NLIHC will be flexible about location for the first year.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter with salary requirement, and two writing samples to Paul Kealey, chief operating officer, and Sarah Saadian, vice president for public policy, at: pkealey@nlihc.org and ssaadian@nlihc.org