Coordinator - Accountable Development Coalition

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT:

Coordinator - Accountable Development Coalition

PRIMARY JOB LOCATION: SONOMA COUNTY, CA


ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION: The Accountable Development Coalition (ADC) is a grassroots organization in Sonoma County made up of unions, affordable housing advocates, environmentalists, transit and land use experts, and other community-based groups. Our mission is to promote smart growth principles in order to create livable, environmentally sustainable communities with shared prosperity. The ADC is fiscally-sponsored by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. More information can be found at: www.accountabledeve lopmentcoalition .org


POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of an Executive Committee and guidance of a Steering Committee, the Coordinator exercises independent judgment in the implementation of the ADC’s advocacy campaigns and other projects. The Coordinator is responsible for the ADC’s operations, including financial management, fundraising, communications, and other responsibilities as needed for the effective operation of the ADC. The Coordinator works with diverse stakeholders including elected and community leaders, public agencies, developers and various interest groups.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

· Coordinate advocacy efforts of the ADC and give comments before local boards and commissions

· Provide support to ADC work groups

· Research and analyze policies and practices related to accountable development, such as green building, affordable housing, and transit oriented development

· Facilitate communications within the ADC and to the broader community

· Manage logistics and media coverage of ADC events and activities

· Attend frequent daytime and evening meetings

· Monitor and research local development activities and planning processes

· Lead organizational development efforts including grant writing, individual donor cultivation and membership development

· Manage administrative and financial matters

· Prepare materials and notification for regular Executive and Steering Committee meetings



JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree required; Masters degree a plus. Knowledge of or background in urban planning, smart growth, land use, local government processes, and/or social equity issues is desired. Background in policy analysis, community organizing and campaign strategy is desired. Past nonprofit experience is a plus. As the Coordinator is responsible for fundraising his/her salary, grantwriting skills and/or other fundraising skills are important.


Applicant should be detail-oriented and have the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. Excellent communication, organizational, and writing skills are essential for this position, as is the ability to self-manage and initiate. Computer literacy and the ability to use internet and word processing programs are required. Access to reliable transportation and a valid California’s driver’s license with proof of insurance are required.



COMPENSATION: Full-time, flexible hours, exempt. Salary of $30,000+ per year, depending on experience. Benefits negotiable.


TO APPLY: Please email a résumé, cover letter detailing how your skills and past experiences qualify you for the position, and short writing sample to Marlene Dehlinger at adc.director@ gmail.com. Interviews will begin the week of April 26th. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and should be able to start this position on June 1, 2010 or earlier.