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Advocacy Coordinator (Limited Term)- 2025362

World ReliefAustin, TX, US

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World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world's greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.

Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.

Position Summary

The Advocacy Coordinator will have statewide responsibilities in advocacy, based in the World Relief Texas office. This role will engage with, equip, and empower churches, pastors, and community members to speak out on behalf of refugees and other immigrants in vulnerable situations.

This is a limited-term position funded through a grant agreement until March 31, 2026 and contingent upon funding extension.

Role & Responsibilities

Organize targeted advocacy meetings between church pastors, community influencers and political leaders in Texas to effect positive policy changes for immigrants in Texas
Develop and maintain relationships with local media outlets, organize op-eds and media coverage of the work of WR, and leverage media for immigration policy advocacy
Maintain relationships and communication with local, state, and national civic leaders
Empower and mobilize grass-roots advocacy campaigns
Maintain records of church engagement and keep track of metrics related to church advocacy partnerships
Plan and coordinate regular advocacy meetings and events to a variety of audiences including laypeople, church pastors, university students, and other community stakeholders
Travel across the state for meetings and events as needed

Job Requirements

Mature and personal Christian faith

Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief

Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities

Able to affirm and / or acknowledge World Relief's Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document

Bachelor's degree required

Committed to the Mission, Vision, and Values of World Relief

Personal Christian faith and a heart for serving people in vulnerable situations

Valid Driver's license and regular access to personal vehicle

Willingness to travel for up to 25% of the role

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years applicable experience in public policy, communications, church mobilization, community engagement, or a related field

Experience in public service or policy work preferred

Fluent in Microsoft software including Excel, Word, Outlook

Demonstrated ability to work independently to meet targeted goals and metrics

Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and organize in a fast paced and fluid environment

Verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated knowledge of immigration policy

Immigrant candidates strongly encouraged to apply

World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time and part-time employees.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are proud to be an EEO / AA employer M / F / D / V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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Advocacy Coordinator • Austin, TX, US