LDIR

Program Coordinator

Job Announcement

Position Summary:

Leadership Development in Interethnic Relations (LDIR) is seeking a full-time Program Coordinator committed to social justice issues with a background in human/intergroup relations programming and processes. The Coordinator will provide programmatic oversight and direction for the LDIRs in Health Program and all LDIR trainings.  Familiarity with the health sector, health disparities, and/or community-level health initiatives is highly desirable.  The ideal candidate will be an innovative risk-taker with a good sense of humor and not afraid of conflict.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinate a human relations leadership development program addressing the root causes of health disparities including racism, sexism, religious bigotry, heterosexism, classism, ableism and other forms of institutional oppression;
• Research, organize, and analyze public policy and current events for incorporation in LDIR workshops;
• Create and/or revise workshop agendas and activities as needed;
• Recruit, interview, and screen applicants for LDIRs in Health program acceptance;
• Outreach to LDIR alumni, public agencies, community-based organizations, community leaders, and  service providers;
• Provide on-going support to LDIR alumni;
• Coordinate workshop requests and technical assistance for non-profit organizations;

Qualifications:

• Strong commitment to social justice;
• Strong understanding of human relations issues and practices;
• Strong facilitation and workshop experience around issues regarding institutional/structural oppression;
• Familiarity with the health sector, health disparities, and/or community-level health initiatives is highly desirable;
• Experience, ability, and commitment to working with diverse groups in terms of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, ability, age, class, and immigration status;
• Previous experience coordinating community-based, intergroup relations, or health programs;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision;
• Ability to initiate, coordinate, and complete projects in a timely manner;
• Ability to work flexible hours (extensive evenings and weekends will be required during training cycles);
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to alternative means of transportation. 

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and the Internet;
• Familiarity with Word Press, Mail Chimp, Salesforce, and Facebook, preferred;

Salary: Starting salary $37,000 – $42,000 depending upon experience. A generous benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement contributions. Parking provided.

Application Process: Mail or e-mail resume, salary history and cover letter to: Carmen Morgan, LDIR Program, 1145 Wilshire Boulevard, Second Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90017, e-mail: cmorgan@apalc.org. This position will remain open until filled. For more information about the LDIR program, please visit www.ldir.org. The LDIR program is in a smoke-free building