Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Reports to: Deputy Executive Director
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $55,000–$60,000 annually + $4,200 annual health stipend
About the Organization
The Louisiana Organization for Refugees and Immigrants (LORI) empowers refugees, immigrants, and BIPOC communities to become self-reliant and civically engaged. Through education, advocacy, youth leadership, and community resources, LORI supports individuals at every stage of integration.
Position Summary
The Civic Engagement Manager leads LORI’s civic engagement initiatives, including voter education, advocacy campaigns, and youth leadership development. This role is responsible for building community power by increasing civic participation, organizing around key issues, and developing the next generation of leaders through the Learn to Lead youth program.
Key Responsibilities
Civic Engagement & Voter Mobilization
- Design and implement nonpartisan voter education and outreach campaigns
- Lead voter registration drives, canvassing, phone banking, and turnout efforts
- Manage voter databases (e.g., VAN) and track outreach metrics
- Develop culturally relevant educational materials on civic processes and rights
Community Organizing & Advocacy
- Build and mobilize community members around issues such as housing, language access, and immigrant rights
- Plan events, town halls, and advocacy campaigns
- Conduct research and develop solutions to community challenges
Youth Leadership Development
- Lead the Learn to Lead program for high school and college youth
- Facilitate leadership training, public speaking, and advocacy skill-building
- Coordinate experiential learning (e.g., legislative visits, service projects)
- Mentor youth in personal development and college readiness
Training & Capacity Building
- Facilitate workshops for community members and parents
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers and interns
Partnerships & Coalition Building
- Represent LORI in local, state, and national coalitions
- Build relationships with community organizations, schools, and policymakers
- Collaborate with internal teams on messaging and advocacy
Data & Reporting
- Track and analyze engagement data to assess impact
- Prepare reports for leadership and funders
Required Qualifications
- 3–5 years of experience in civic engagement, organizing, or advocacy
- Experience working with refugee, immigrant, and/or BIPOC communities
- Proficiency with voter databases (e.g., VAN, EveryAction)
- Strong project management and communication skills
- Experience facilitating trainings and mentoring youth
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and community empowerment
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Multilingual (Spanish, French, or Arabic preferred)
- Experience with social media, webinars, or video editing
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office or similar tools
- Lived experience related to refugee or immigrant communities
Benefits
- $4,200 annual health stipend (paid monthly)
- 401(k) with up to 5% employer match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days)
- Professional development opportunities
LORI is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Candidates from refugee, immigrant, and BIPOC communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
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