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National Organising Director / Senior Organiser - Flexible location

Democracy in Colour Ltd
  • Type of position: 4 or 5 days per week, 12 month contract (with a view to extension subject to funding)
  • Salary: $65,000-$80,000 (+ 9.5% superannuation)
  • Location: Anywhere in Australia
  • Reports to: National Co-Director

This is an identified position for those who identify as First Nations, Black or a person of colour. People from a diverse range of genders, cultures, abilities and experiences are actively encouraged to apply. We strongly encourage applications from women, gender diverse, and queer people of colour.

ABOUT US

Democracy in Colour is a national racial and economic justice organisation led by First Nations people and people of colour. We run campaigns tackling structural racism, empower people of colour to shape the critical issues that affect our lives, and build the political power of our communities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the National Organising Director/Senior Organiser, you’ll be responsible for growing our movement. You’ll develop our plan to build a scaled, national grassroots movement to win power for racial justice. You’ll lead our recruitment, training and action group initiatives. You’ll build the member support teams and structures necessary to enable thousands of people to take strategic action. And you’ll help ensure the world we build after COVID-19 is fair for everyone by driving key campaigns focussed on migration with dignity, ending hate speech in the media, and criminal justice.

SELECTION CRITERIA

  • Commitment to racial and economic justice and a desire to work towards a world where the dignity and humanity of everyone is recognised
  • Understanding of the role of community organising and popular movements in winning transformational change
  • Experience developing campaign strategy and organising tactics
  • Proven ability to analyse and respond rapidly to changes in the political and media landscape
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships with campaign stakeholders
  • Strong team management and people leadership skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly organised with experience managing large projects
  • Strong leadership skills and willingness to work in a start-up environment

APPLYING FOR THIS ROLE

Before applying for this role, please read the detailed Position Description attached - it provides more information about the organisation, the role, and who we're looking for.

Please apply via our Application Form (bit.ly/OrganisingDirector) or by clicking apply now below. Applications must be submitted by the close date with the following:

  • A copy of your CV (no more than 2 pages)
  • A cover letter addressing the selection criteria (1-2 page)
  • Through the form you’ll be asked to answer these questions:
    • Why do you want to work at Democracy in Colour and what do you hope to achieve at the organisation?
    • Tell us about your two most relevant experiences that demonstrate why you’ll be great in this job.
    • How would you approach your first 100 days in the job?

At Democracy in Colour, we are building a society that honours the dignity and humanity of all people. Join us.

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