Job Posting
Posted: June 12, 2023
Accepting applications on rolling basis

OCA Community Outreach Coordinator

Status: Full-time Exempt

Reports to: OCA Executive Director and designated Staff Lead

Salary: $50,000, commensurate with experience

Headquartered in Washington, DC, OCA–Asian Pacific American Advocates is a national membership-driven civil rights organization of community advocates dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs). With 50+ chapters and college affiliates across the country and a membership that reaches 30,000+ constituents, OCA seeks to empower the AANHPI community through its national and local presence. Founded in 1973 as the “Organization of Chinese Americans,” the organization has rebranded to be OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates to champion policies and programs that better the lives of all Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders.

OCA is seeking to hire a 2-year OCA Community Outreach Coordinator who will remotely recruit, train, and manage 20-22 OCA Community Advocates Fellows located in cities across the country. The Community Outreach Coordinator, and Community Outreach Fellows, will collaborate with OCA Chapters & Affiliates through various seasonal projects. The Coordinator will be responsible for conducting monthly meetings as well as coordinating and organizing various projects and trainings that Fellows execute. Fellows will leverage long-standing collaborative relationship of the OCA Chapters to work directly with the community members and local city/state partner organizations. This position is funded by the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Outreach Grant, and the objectives of this role includes, but is not limited to, educating, and helping enroll, the AANHPI community about the ACP benefits. An important tactic of the role is to utilize cultural organizing strategies and civic engagement tactics that will foster a strong democratic society for generations to come.

The methodologies used include but are not limited to:

 Issue specific public education programming

 Volunteer mobilization activities

 Arts & cultural events and activities

 Community workshops, leadership trainings/summits, and/or town hall meetings

CANDIDATE REQUISITES:

 Able to see the big picture, connect priorities and initiatives together and provide innovative thinking to “connect the dots” around key event components

 Organized with excellent attention to detail

 Able to communicate accurately and clearly both verbally and in writing and in both interpersonal and group communication

 History of demonstrated experience in leading community based advocacy efforts within culturally diverse communities.

 Excellent planning and project management skills and drive projects forward from conception to completion and work effectively in a fast-paced, high pressure and changing environment

 Ability to work collaboratively and independently to provide hands-on project management through all phases of project development process: Research, planning (development of time-lines, work plans, and budget), implementation, tracking, and evaluation.

 Experience with presentation, facilitation and training to small as well as large groups.

 When appropriate, be prepared to interact with the public including the media—able to direct inquiries to the appropriate organizational spokes persons.

 Supervise community fellows as assigned by the Executive Director and/or designated Staff Leads

 Able to communicate effectively with the public about OCA National and its member chapters

Additional Qualifications:

 Proven history of developing and maintaining positive organizational relationships with community based organizations, government agencies, and corporations through the use of communication media.

 Experience in event planning and programming which requires management of logistics—especially for such project as training, town halls, press conferences, panel discussions, etc.

 Ability to manage constituent database and website content software.

 Experience with CRM software (e.g.Neon, EveryAction, Salsa Labs, Raiser’s Edge), Airtable, Databases and/or other CRMs, is a plus. Working knowledge and understanding of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram etc.)

 Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in all Microsoft Office and Google G Suite applications, and Zoom

 Proven ability to manage, motivate and coach staff, interns and volunteers with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

 Ability to exercise creativity with consistency with utmost integrity.

 Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

 Capacity to maintain professional demeanor while working under significant pressure.

 Strong public speaking and presentation skills.

 High level of personal energy.

 A passion for advocacy, a willingness to learn about issues affecting the AAPI community

 Willingness to work nights/weekends and to travel periodically as required. (We anticipate at least 25% travel to locations across the country as assigned.)

LOCATION & DURATION:

To be based in Washington DC at the OCA National Center for 21 - 24 Months, (up-to 24 Months) starting June 15, 2023. The fellow must be able to relocate for this opportunity within two weeks of acceptance—no relocation costs are included in the fellowship.

COMPENSATION:

$50,000 per year depending on experience, plus health benefits (the Fellow may elect to enroll in dental benefits at her/his expense) and two weeks of vacation.

Benefits:

● Fully-paid employee health, vision and dental insurance

● 9/80 hybrid work schedule and flextime policy

● Professional development opportunities, including training program and conferences

● Generous paid time off policy inclusive of 10 vacation days, up to 12 sick days, 11 set holidays, 5 floating holidays, and a winter break rejuvenation office closure of 10 business days from December 24 -January

Application Deadline: ASAP

APPLICATION PROCESS:

We will conduct interviews on a rolling basis and will accept applications until July 31, 2023. Candidates can expect the following steps in the application process:

- Round 1: Phone interview with Thu Nguyen, Executive Director, and Kendall Kosai, VP of Public Affairs or Emilio Manuel Camu, VP of Education and Culture

- Round 2: In-person or Zoom interview Thu Nguyen, Executive Director, and Eric Kim, Policy & Organizing Manager

Our desire is to be as transparent as we can with our candidates on the timeline of this hire. We aim to make an offer by June 30, 2023 and work with our final candidate to determine a reasonable start date. Please email your resume, three references, and cover letter to tnguyen@ocanational.org. OCA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates seeks a full-time Policy and Organizing Manager to lead its national policy, advocacy, and organizing strategy. The key role of this position is to identify opportunities to advance the national issue priorities and work with the organization’s national network of chapters and members to train, educate, and mobilize around key issues. The candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in policy analysis and/or community organizing.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to OCA Executive Director Thu Nguyen, tnguyen@ocanational.org. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until a candidate has been hired.

Job Title: Policy & Organizing Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Department: Policy & Advocacy
Reports to: Executive Director

The Policy and Organizing Manager will also maintain and nurture the relationships with key policy makers and their staff. This role will lead analysis of proposed legislation through the lens of Asian American Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders while mobilizing the for field for grassroots action. Furthermore, the Policy and Organizing Manager works with coalition partners and monitors legislative and regulatory activities pertinent to the organization’s priorities.

Roles/Responsibilities

Advocacy Development, Policy Analysis, and Strategy Management (30%)

● Monitor and analyze relevant activity in both the Administration and Congress and develop appropriate strategies to advance or counter such activities;

● Analyze relevant legislation, rule-making, or general administrative actions through a broad AANHPI civil rights framework - ultimately formulating policy positions that align with OCA’s vision/mission;

● Provide expert content recommendations for engagement on issues and incidents that impact AANHPI communities;

● Engage and develop relationships with key policymakers;

Organize and Mobilize the National Network of Chapters (40%)

● Advise on all advocacy/policy matters with OCA chapters, acting as a thought partner for chapter presidents as necessary for their advocacy work;

● Convene OCA chapters to discuss key policy issues and ideate effective mobilization strategies;

● Train and mobilize organizational constituents to take action at the local, state, and national levels;

● Provide educational opportunities through webinars, trainings, and briefings to prepare chapters and members on key issue areas;

● Develop and execute national/state issue-based campaigns to advance national issue priorities;

● Create policy and advocacy toolkits and resources for OCA chapters and members to advance the organization’s priorities;

● Organize state-level lobby days as needed;

Strategic Partnerships and Coalition Management (10%)

● Meet and development relationships with elected officials and their staff to advance organizational policies;

● Actively collaborate with national organizational civil rights partners;

● Serve as the organization’s primary issue advocate on national coalitions;

● Consult with diverse stakeholders, including business leaders, on the potential impact of proposed actions;

Policy and Advocacy Communications (10%)

● Serve as the organization’s media spokesperson on key expert policy areas;

● Work closely with the organization’s communications staff and executive team to develop press releases, organizational statements, and other communications materials as it relates to OCA’s policy priorities;

● Identify opportunities to advance the organization’s advocacy agenda through strategic media engagement in collaboration communications staff;

Program Management and Staff Supervision (10%)

● Manage the Civil Rights Fellowship program and the Fellow hired according to existing organizational policies and procedures

● In collaboration with the Civil Rights Fellow, oversee the JACL/OCA Leadership Summit, including its program development, logistics, and implementation

● Supervise interns as assigned according to existing organizational policies and procedures as well as human resource best-practices.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Team player and self-starter attitude

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Willingness to learn quickly and strong performance under time pressure

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and Zoom

• Deep understanding and passion for Asian American and Pacific Islander issues

Compensation: Salary range is $55,000-60,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid vacation, employer subsidized transit, healthcare, and one-time work from home office stipend.

OCA is now operating in hybrid and on a 9-80 flex schedule. All employees work in-person three days per week on regular weeks, and 2 days per week on flex weeks.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of serve animal, military or veteran status.

OCA - Asian Pacific American Advocates, a national membership-driven organization of community advocates dedicated toward advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans, is seeking a full-time, exempt Communications Fellow to facilitate and produce OCA’s social media, press, and digital and print assets. This 1-year role will begin as soon as possible, and no later than January 27, 2023. This fellowship is eligible for a full-time position afterwards.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to OCA’s Manager of Programs Kent Tong, kent.tong@ocanational.org, by January 6, 2023.

Job Title: Communications Fellow, Entry Level
Location: Washington, D.C.
Department: Communications
Reports to: Executive Director

Job Description:
The Communications Fellow will work with the policy and programs teams to advance organizational objectives via messaging and marketing. The Fellow’s responsibilities include:

• Write press releases and social media copy

• Create collateral for programs and events including flyers and graphics

• Manage social media accounts including Twitter and Facebook

• Facilitate interviews with media and organization’s principals

• Produce video content for web and events

• Maintain the website and upload new content

• Manage email listserv

• Facilitate the production of OCA’s semi-annual magazine, IMAGE

• Provide tech support on OCA virtual event productions (via Zoom)

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Team player and self-starter attitude

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Willingness to learn quickly and strong performance under time pressure

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, and Zoom

• Experience with graphic design and website tools (e.g. Canva, Squarespace) strongly preferred

• Deep understanding and passion for Asian American and Pacific Islander issues

Compensation: Salary is $40,000. Benefits include paid vacation, employer subsidized transit, and one-time work from home office stipend.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of serve animal, military or veteran status.

OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates, a national membership-driven organization of community advocates dedicated toward advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is seeking a part-time fall Policy Intern to support the organization’s policy portfolio.

Job Title: Policy Intern

Location: Washington, D.C., Remote, or Hybrid

Reports to: Associate Manager of Policy & Advocacy

Term: Immediately

Status: Part-Time, 146 hours total

Salary: $15/hour

Job Description:

• Support OCA’s national policy, advocacy, and campaign work

• Monitor and analyze relevant activity in both the Administration and Congress, and develop appropriate strategies to advance or counter such activities

• Develop national campaigns as necessary to advance organizational issue priorities

• Work with OCA’s communications staff to develop press releases, statements, and other communication material related to policy priorities

Ideal candidates should:

• Be interested in Asian American and Pacific Islander issues

• Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)

• Have strong research, analysis, and writing skills, and the ability to analyze and summarize complex policy issues for public consumption

• Be able to do independent research related to policy

• Be able to manage multiple tasks and thrive in a fast-paced, independent, changing environment

• Be self-starting, resourceful, and organized with a keen sense of accountability

Required Application Material(s):

• Writing Sample (preferably academic)

• Resume

How to apply:

Please send an email with the subject line “[Your first and last name] 2022 OCA Fall Policy Intern Application” to Kent Tong at kent.tong@ocanational.org with your resume attached as a PDF and file named “Resume - Last Name, First Name” and writing sample attached as a PDF and file named “Writing Sample - Last Name, First Name”. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of service animal, military or veteran status.

OCA – Asian Pacific American Advocates, a national membership driven organization of community advocates dedicated toward advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is seeking a 2-year, full-time, exempt Broadband and Digital Access Fellow to advance our understanding of broadband access and digital literacy in the AAPI community.

Job Title: Broadband and Digital Access Fellow

Location: Washington, DC and Remote

Reports to: Executive Director

Job Description:

• Develop and execute national survey of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders on their broadband connectivity and digital literacy statuses, with a final public presentation

• Conduct follow-up surveys and/or roundtable discussions as needed

• Assist the policy department in conducting Asian American Tech Table work, which includes coordinating speaking events or writing policy summaries

• Assist the programs department in developing and conducting digital literacy workshops

• Other duties as assigned

• Fellow will be expected to contribute and work on the OCA National Convention

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree (with specialization in Sociology or Statistics preferred, not required) or relevant work experience

• Experience conducting surveys, interviews, and roundtable discussions

• Experience writing reports and analyses using survey and interview data

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Team player and self-starter attitude

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Willingness to learn quickly and strong performance under time pressure

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Suite

• Proficiency in Airtable preferred, but not required

• Deep understanding and passion for Asian American and Pacific Islander issues

Compensation: Salary is $45,000. Benefits include paid vacation, health care, vision, employer subsidized dental and transit, and employer matching Simple IRA. This position will begin by March 30, 2022 and end by March 30, 2024.

To apply: Send a cover letter and resume to Thu Nguyen, tnguyen@ocanational.org. The position will be filled as soon as possible. The deadline has been extended to March 11, 2022. For more information about OCA, visit www.ocanational.org.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not and will not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of service animal, military or veteran status.

Organizational Profile: OCA-Asian Pacific American Advocates is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs), touching tens of thousands of individuals each year through its extensive network of over 50 chapters, affiliates, and partners from around the country. In addition, the civil rights organization strives to foster development, leadership, and engagement through its various programs.

The K-12 Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Curriculum Project seeks to ensure that AANHPI communities are represented in classrooms, and that teachers and students are having equitable and accurate dialogue around AANHPI history and the issues that impact AANHPIs. This project will result in the development of a national database of AANHPI curriculum that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive in its treatment of AANHPI history. Once the database is formalized, we will work with OCA’s local chapters, along with leading student and educator organizations, to get resources into K-12 classrooms nationwide. Our hope is that education as a tool promotes understanding, builds mutual understanding of shared struggles, and fosters empathy towards those not part of the dominant group. We aim to center the voices and experiences of those most likely to be impacted by an AANHPI K-12 curriculum: students and educators, both in curricula development as well as in advocacy and outreach efforts. And we are excited to have you join our team.

Title: K-12 AANHPI Curriculum Development Project Intern

Reports to: Project Leaders

Term: Immediately until May 2022, with potential to extend

Location: Remote

Status: Part-time, 16 hours/week

Salary: $15/hour

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with policy leaders and all other staff to advance new ideas and action items that align with our organizational mission and strategic plan.

• Schedule, attend, and take notes at monthly taskforce and subcommittee meetings.

• Assist staff with organizing and maintaining the website and database of lesson plans.

• Assist with recruitment of members to join the project.

• Seek opportunities to share and spread the word about the K-12 AANHPI Project, and assist with official launch events.

• Serve as primary liaison between project leaders and taskforce members, and communicate efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner with all team members.

• Participate in various activities and attend National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) Education Committee meetings as requested.

• Understand the values and principles of OCA National and apply them fully in work responsibilities.

• Be open to assisting project leaders on various tasks and issues related to education policy/advocacy.

EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Current undergraduate student preferred but not required, or

• Bachelor's Degree in areas related to education preferred but not required.

• Strong interest or experience in education policy/advocacy, particularly in its impact on Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander communities, preferred.

• Ability to work with diverse coalitions, think strategically and creatively, demonstrate good judgment, and inspire change.

• Collaborative style with strong people skills.

• Excellent communicator and writer with ability to work under tight deadlines.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and balance competing assignments is necessary.

• Must have the ability to plan, organize, and help oversee a major project.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information to Kent Tong at kent.tong@ocanational.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until filled.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of service animal, military or veteran status.

OCA–Asian Pacific American Advocates, a national membership driven organization of community advocates dedicated toward advancing the social, political, and economic well-being of Asian Pacific Americans, is seeking a full-time, exempt Development & Operations Associate to coordinate OCA’s national digital access and anti-hate programs as well as grant reports, working closely with the Deputy Executive Director. The position will be remote until January 2022, and then evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate OCA’s event intake requests for digital literacy workshops, digital divide panels, and all Advocates in Action (anti-Hate and solidarity) events.

• Manage logistics regarding travel or Zoom, supplies, and coordination with chapters and partners.

• Coordinate OCA grant application and report timelines, working with Director and OCA staff to collect data on deliverables and impact.

• Coordinate with OCA Programs and Communications departments to ensure proper recognition of donors, sponsors, and OCA chapters.

• Be the designated Zoom tech support and host for OCA staff and chapter presidents for virtual events. (Internet hotspot provided.)

• Update and maintain OCA Annual Report and one-pagers on OCA, programs, and policy work.

• Update and maintain OCA National website.

• Source vendors for OCA programs, policy, and events, such as: translation services, swag items, software, etc.

• Manage administrative duties as assigned including but not limited to: book keeping, financial management, updating organizational standard operating procedures, answering phone calls, and answering general inquiries

• Assist other program areas as needed

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Team player and self-starter attitude

• Strong communication and writing skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook)

• High proficiency in Zoom

• Deep understanding and passion of Asian American and Pacific Islander issues

Compensation

Salary is $39,500. Benefits include paid vacation, health care, vision, employer subsidized dental and transit, and employer matching Simple IRA.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for two references to Danny Le at danny.le@ocanational.org by Friday, July 16, 2021 at 11:59 PT. The start date will be August 1, 2021.

OCA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, use of service animal, military or veteran status.