About the Position

Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Policy & Advocacy creates and executes WFSA’s legislative and advocacy agenda, which is designed to ensure Arizona women and girls of all identities have the economic and social supports they need to be self-sufficient, achieve economic independence, and to thrive.

This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position with an annual salary of $70,000 with regular opportunities for review and enhancement.

While this position is currently remote, the final candidate’s primary residence must be within the state of Arizona. Regular presence at the Capitol in Phoenix during the legislative session (typically January-June/July).

About the Organization

The Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona (WFSA) is an exceptional place to work, grow, and make a difference. We are a dynamic team of individuals who are dedicated to promoting equity, opportunity, and economic independence for women and girls in Arizona. Our work is deeply meaningful and impactful, and we are committed to creating a more just and equitable society for everyone. We value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, and we believe that our team members are our greatest asset. When you join our team, you'll be joining a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about making a positive change in the world.

We believe that taking care of yourself is crucial for achieving a healthy work/life balance. We encourage our employees to prioritize self-care and offer flexible work arrangements to help them do so. We value the well-being of our team members and recognize that everyone's needs are different, so we work with everyone to find the right balance that works for them. We believe that happy, healthy employees are key to our success, and we are committed to supporting our team in all aspects of their lives.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development and growth. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) both in our work and in our workplace. To achieve this, we provide ongoing DEIA training to all staff members, which helps us stay informed as we use an intersectional approach in our work. Our goal is to be culturally competent, understand the diverse communities we serve, and create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone. We recognize that DEIA is a continuous learning process, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for our staff to learn, grow, and engage in meaningful conversations around these important issues.

If you're looking for a fulfilling and inspiring career that truly creates change, join the Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona.

About the Candidate

· You bring at least two (2) years of experience in a political or advocacy-related field; experience working with legislators or within the state Capitol highly desired.

· You have a bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field.

· You have a proven track record of advocating in a nonpartisan manner, effectively navigating the complexities of policymaking and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.

· You are a strategic thinker and leader that contributes to the long-term sustainability of WFSA, fostering growth and impact across the organization.

· You have strong communication skills, including clear and concise content writing, comfort with public speaking, and the ability to convert research and data into common sense language.

· You have the ability to collaborate with 3rd party research institutions to further develop or create research initiatives that can better inform WFSA's Advocacy, innovative solutions, and grant-making efforts.

· You have an interest in staying up to date on research related to public policy, systemic advances for women, and best practices in policy and advocacy to keep WFSA at the forefront of change.

· You’re excited to engage advocacy coalition members and community partners via various channels to communicate advocacy priorities and provide direction and technical assistance as needed on how promote, share, and advocate for WFSA legislative priorities.

· You have the know-how to assist in growing WFSA’s Gender Equity Network, including recruiting members and organizations to join the statewide coalition, and coordinating speakers, trainings and presentations during virtual and in-person meetings.

· You are highly organized with strong attention to detail, able to complete tasks independently; demonstrated experience as a remote, independent worker preferred.

· You have experience with coalition and/or community building, planning, and facilitation.

· You possess a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; culturally competent with respect to issues such as racial, cultural, religious, sexual, and gender identity.

· You're a respectful and ethical representative of WFSA, embodying its values in all interactions.

· Your genuine passion for women's issues shines brightly, aligned with your unwavering dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

· You are proficient in standard office equipment including computers, Microsoft Office, and video conferencing applications with remote work experience

To Apply

We invite qualified candidates to apply as soon as possible and will continue considering candidates until we fill the position. To apply, please send us an email at search@womengiving.org with a complete application package. The application package should include:

1. A letter expressing your interest in the job

2. Your resume

3. List of three references.

. However, we welcome alternative formats for the application if that helps you to showcase your skills and abilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at: search@womengiving.org.

At WFSA, we have a bold ambition: Live & breathe the equity work that makes WFSA the place everyone wants to be. Even if you don't meet all the requirements listed above, please still apply for the job. We know that marginalized communities like women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color might feel unsure about applying for a job if they don't meet every requirement. But at the Women's Foundation for the State of Arizona, we're committed to making our workplace inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible for everyone. If you're excited about the job, even if you don't have all the experience we're looking for, we want you to apply!

Please follow the instructions to apply. Application packages submitted through third party sites or that are incomplete will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: Remote