Job Opportunities
Executive Director
POSITION SUMMARY
APIAVote-MI seeks an enthusiastic, experienced and visionary leader to serve as full-time Executive Director of the only Pan-Asian American grassroots advocacy organization in the state of Michigan. Our ideal candidate will be committed to leading this growing and changing organization and will bring a forward-thinking approach to organizational development, particularly through a lens of racial equity and transformative justice. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to further develop and implement the mission and the strategic plan of the organization. The Executive Director will also establish and strengthen key local and national partnerships and promote solidarity among the APIA community.
Leadership and Management
APIAVote-MI seeks an enthusiastic, experienced and visionary leader to serve as full-time Executive Director of the only Pan-Asian American grassroots advocacy organization in the state of Michigan. Our ideal candidate will be committed to leading this growing and changing organization and will bring a forward-thinking approach to organizational development, particularly through a lens of racial equity and transformative justice. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board of Directors and staff to further develop and implement the mission and the strategic plan of the organization. The Executive Director will also establish and strengthen key local and national partnerships and promote solidarity among the APIA community.
Leadership and Management
- Actively engage and energize volunteers, board members, event committees, staff, partnering organizations and funders.
- Develop, maintain, and support a strong Board of Directors; serve as ex-officio of each committee; build board involvement with strategic direction.
- Hire, train and retain staff; recruit and manage consultants to meet organizational needs.
- Lead, coach, develop and retrain APIAVote-MI staff, youth, and consultants to ensure programmatic effectiveness and success.
- Develop a strong operational plan that includes robust programming and S.M.A.R.T goals.
- Lead and participate in the organization’s strategic leadership plan
- Communicate effectively to board, funders, and other constituents, all information necessary.
- Monitor and manage organizational fiscal vitality and work within the approved budget to ensure maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
- Implement and meet all requirements of grants obtained by and for the organization including, but not limited to, any and all financial record keeping requirements, execution of the programs and delivering the necessary quantitative and qualitative results supporting the goals of such grants.
- Establish and implement evaluation plan including development of metrics and outcomes; integrate community participatory evaluation methods when possible.
- Ensure design and implementation of innovative programming that advances the mission of APIAVote-Michigan.
- Effectively manage and administer day-to-day operations of the organization to ensure compliance with all non-profit legal and financial compliance.
- Develop, manage and monitor organization’s fundraising plan, including prospecting and maintaining relationships with funders (private, corporate, and federal) with the goal of expanding revenue through various means; develop and maintain budgets that are in compliance with funding streams and complete reporting documents from our funders.
- Develop a grassroots fundraising strategy that builds a strong individual donor base and volunteer network.
- Deepen and refine all aspects of communications – from web presence to external relationships with the goal of creating a stronger presence and brand.
- Serve as a spokesperson for the organization by interfacing with mainstream and ethnic media and by representing our organization at local and national events.
- Enhance APIAVote-MI’s image by being active and visible in the community, using external presence and relationships to network and garner new opportunities.
- Participate in and lead task forces, collaboratives, national convenings, committees, and community events to advance APIAVote-MI’s mission and policy priorities.
- Monitor and respond to local and national advocacy actions that pertain to the APIA community and/or APIAVote-MI’s policy interest areas.
- Facilitate and coordinate with national, state, and local APIA community organizations to implement plans to respond to local and national advocacy actions that pertain to the APIA community and/or APIAVote-MI’s policy interest areas.
- Lead the Asian American Engagement Coalition in design and implementation of policy campaigns that advance the coalition’s shared agenda.
- Provide quarterly educational reports to the Asian Pacific American Legislative Caucus on Asian American needs and contributions.
- Partner with the Michigan Asian Pacific American Affairs Commission on strategic initiatives that advance both organizational missions.
- Track record of successful fundraising experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders through donor appeals, grant writing, and events.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; facilitation; and interpersonal, conflict resolution skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity, particularly through a lens of racial equity and transformative justice.
- Experience leading grassroots, community-organizing activities involving civic engagement (i.e. voter registration, GOTV, social issues, etc.)
- Excellence in organizational management with the ability to coach, manage, and develop high-performing teams, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget.
- Past success working with a Board of Directors with the ability to cultivate existing board member relationships.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed and applicant must have reliable transportation; some travel is required.
- Basic understanding of 501c(3) corporate structure and requirements.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required; Masters degree in relevant field (Social Work, Public Policy, etc.) preferred.
- Experience working with the Southeast Michigan APIA community preferred.
- Fluency in one or more Asian languages preferred.
- Salary commensurate with experience. This is a full-time position with an immediate opening.
- Interested candidates should email cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references to contact@apiavotemi.org. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled. Inquiries about the position should be directed to Yasir Muhammad, President, Board of Directors at ymuhammad@kotzsangster.com
Grant Writer/Corporate Fundraiser
Location: Remote/Metro Detroit
Commitment: 10 hours per week
Compensation: TBD
Posted: 03/29/2019
Asian Pacific Islander American Vote - Michigan (“APIA-Vote MI”) is seeking an independent contractor to assist with drafting grant proposals (“Grant Writer”). The Grant Writer will be required to draft coherent, organized and compelling applications and/or proposals which will be submitted to various entities nationally. Grant Writer will also collaborate with team members to assist with other fundraising projects as needed. The grant writer should be deadline driven and align with our organization's mission.
Requirements:
To Apply: Send a resume and detailed cover letter to: contact@apiavotemi.org
Commitment: 10 hours per week
Compensation: TBD
Posted: 03/29/2019
Asian Pacific Islander American Vote - Michigan (“APIA-Vote MI”) is seeking an independent contractor to assist with drafting grant proposals (“Grant Writer”). The Grant Writer will be required to draft coherent, organized and compelling applications and/or proposals which will be submitted to various entities nationally. Grant Writer will also collaborate with team members to assist with other fundraising projects as needed. The grant writer should be deadline driven and align with our organization's mission.
Requirements:
- Assisting with the execution of department's strategy;
- Identifying grant funding opportunities;
- Writing, submitting and managing grant proposals;
- Furnishing prospective funders with supporting documents; and
- Maintaining records in hard copies and computer databases.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, Secondary Education, English, professional writing or a similar major;
- Outstanding grammar and research skills;
- Ability to write, handle and assemble grant proposals;
- Must have a general understanding of non-profit funding; and
- Previous grant writing experience is essential.
To Apply: Send a resume and detailed cover letter to: contact@apiavotemi.org
Digital Media Intern
Location: Remote/Metro Detroit
Commitment: 10 hours per week
Compensation: $15 per hour
Posted: 03/29/2019
The Digital Media Intern will assist in expanding APIA VOTE Michigan’s online community and impact. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the intern will maintain APIA VOTE MI’s presence on various social media platforms.
Major responsibilities include:
Pillars seeks candidates who are highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong communicators who can work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
Commitment: 10 hours per week
Compensation: $15 per hour
Posted: 03/29/2019
The Digital Media Intern will assist in expanding APIA VOTE Michigan’s online community and impact. Under the supervision of the Program Director, the intern will maintain APIA VOTE MI’s presence on various social media platforms.
Major responsibilities include:
- Posting on APIA VOTE MI’s platforms regularly with timely, engaging content that reflects the tone and goals of the organization
- Writing posts that are accurate, clear, concise, and tonally appropriate
- Researching, drafting, and sourcing pertinent information for Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram posts
- Maintain APIA VOTE MI Website
- Send out monthly newsletters
- Staying on top of the daily news cycle and Asian American issues to make sure APIA VOTE MI’s posts are relevant and fresh across all social media platforms
Pillars seeks candidates who are highly organized, detail-oriented, and strong communicators who can work in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Excellent written communication skills
- Excellent editing skills
- A strong familiarity with the conversation around Asian Americans and a passion for social justice issues
- Working knowledge of media coverage on Asian Americans, from mainstream to alternative media
- In-depth knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
- Experience with social media analytics
- Knowledge of Photoshop or Illustrator preferred
Canvassers
APIAVote-Michigan is a 501(c)3 nonpartisan organization committed to justice and equity for the Asian American community through grassroots mobilization, civic engagement, leadership development, and coalition building. APIAVote-Michigan is looking for part-time canvassers to speak to voters during the November 2018 election cycle. Potential canvassers must be fearless – willing to communicate with people, have an understanding of the Asian American Community, and must be interested in increasing voter turnout in the APIA community Organizers . Canvassing will take place in Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne County. Potential canvassers will receive vigorous training on how to communicate with and persuade potential voters and GOTV operations.
Must be available to canvass during the dates below:
● Saturday, October 13th
● Saturday, October 20th
● Saturday, October 27th
● Saturday, November 3rd
● Sunday, November 4th
Political experience isn’t necessary. All you need is passion, dedication, and a willingness to talk to the voters. This position requires a good amount of walking. Compensation: $12 per hour.
Must be available to canvass during the dates below:
● Saturday, October 13th
● Saturday, October 20th
● Saturday, October 27th
● Saturday, November 3rd
● Sunday, November 4th
Political experience isn’t necessary. All you need is passion, dedication, and a willingness to talk to the voters. This position requires a good amount of walking. Compensation: $12 per hour.
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Community Organizer
Interested in learning how to organize? Passionate about building a stronger Asian Pacific Islander American voice in Michigan from the ground up? APIAVote-MI is hiring part-time new organizers. Organizers will receive training before engaging in APIAVote-MI’s campaigns on the ground.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications:
This is an entry-level position for up to 20 hours a week. Positions will begin in early October and are for one year with potential for extensions. Compensation: $15 per hour.
Job Requirements:
- Phone-banks
- Support various aspects of campaigns and programs including but not limited to on/offline petition drives, letter-writing campaigns, legislative visits, phonebanks, door-to-door canvasses; and volunteer recruitment
- Recruit, organize, and help develop community members and volunteers
- Help coordinate carpools and drive community members, as needed, to events
- Drive yourself to meetings and events around Michigan in a reliable car
- Available weekends and evenings as well as some weekday hours
Qualifications:
- Fluency or some proficiency in an Asian language preferred
- Prior organizing experience, especially with APIA community, preferred
- Lives or has organizing experience in Oakland, Washtenaw, or Wayne County
- Great written and spoken communication skills
- Likes meeting and talking with new people
- Great on the phone with strangers
- Good computer skills, including cloud
- Good on social media
- Self-starter and proactive
- Good multi-tasker
- Organized and manages time well
- Doesn’t need multiple reminders
- Has a reliable car
- Figures out solutions to work problems
- Culturally sensitive
- Anti-oppression and social justice values
- High ethical standards
- Open to feedback, self-reflection, and evaluation
This is an entry-level position for up to 20 hours a week. Positions will begin in early October and are for one year with potential for extensions. Compensation: $15 per hour.