SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective was founded in 1997 by 16 local, regional and national grassroots organizations in the United States. SisterSong was formed with the shared recognition that as Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC) we have the human right and responsibility to advocate for ourselves and our communities.

The mission of SisterSong is to amplify and strengthen the collective voices of BlPOC women and people of color to ensure Reproductive Justice (RJ) through securing human rights. SisterSong defines RJ as the human right to maintain personal bodily autonomy, have children (birth justice), not have children (access to safe and accessible abortions and contraceptive methods), and parent the children we have in safe and sustainable communities free from violence from any individual or the state.

As the first national RJ organization based in the South, we are committed to being an active part of Southern movement building and to deepening our work in the South to help build a stronger movement for RJ in the region. 
We are working to expand our team. Join us and help to advance reproductive justice!
Job: Communications Director

Salary Range: $65,000-75,000

Position Summary: The Communications Director will utilize their skills and knowledge to develop and implement a cohesive communications strategy for SisterSong. The Communications Director will continue to propel SisterSong and RJ into the national media and represent our work within the broader RJ movement by undertaking the full gamut of communications at SisterSong, including but not limited to: digital communication and organization, print, public relations, and particularly, the production of engaging, creative, and transformative video and social media content with a focus on storytelling and representation of SisterSong’s many communities.

Communications Director Job Duties and Responsibilities:
·        Develop, lead, evaluate, and revise SisterSong’s national communications strategy to increase presence and impact of SisterSong’s work
·        Support staff to communicate a cohesive “voice” on behalf of the organization through press releases, press conferences, media interviews, op-eds, and other large-scale communications
·        Manage, grow, and lead SisterSong staff to increase capacity and effectiveness of a cohesive communications and brand identity
·        Supervise departmental staff, including the Digital Organizer, interns and volunteers
·        Manage the creation, evaluation, and maintenance of social media and broad-based digital content
·        Collaborate with staff to develop and implement media strategies to amplify the RJ framework and SisterSong’s work
·        Cultivate and maintain a strong base of digital media, traditional media and influencers’ contacts, media outlets and platforms, and emergent opportunities to advance SisterSong’s mission at both local and national levels
·        Maintain relationships with the media, traditional and digital, especially outlets reaching BIPOC communities
·        Manage SisterSong’s external communications with the membership base, the RJ movement and the wider public, including coordination of the writing, editing, and distribution of newsletters
·        Produce written articles, blogs, editorials, and other items as needed
·        Provide departmental evaluation and outcome reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors
·        Serve as a media spokesperson in lieu of the Executive Director when needed
·        Other duties as assigned 
 
Communications Director Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated commitment to Reproductive Justice and amplifying the voices and leadership of BIPOC communities.
·        Minimum five years’ experience in communications (writing, editing, journalism, and/or public relations)
·        Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or writing-intensive discipline (Master's degree preferred, or in lieu of work experience)
  • Experience in implementing a comprehensive strategic communications plan to advance an organization’s mission and goals
  • Experience with public speaking and working with the media, both traditional and digital.
·        Ability to speak and write effectively to a variety of audiences.
·        Excellent skills in desktop publishing design and content management systems.
  • Understanding of social media platforms and the ability to create a meaningful and visible web presence; experience with website content management and design, social media platforms; and online tools and software for editing video, photos, and audio.
  • Ability to manage internal and external production personnel in areas of print, photography, web presence, video production, and copywriting
  • Experience in planning, writing, editing, and production of newsletters, press releases, marketing literature, and other print publications; experience working with graphic design professionals; ability to compose articles, outlines, memoranda and basic reports.
  • Some travel and weekend work required. 
  • Ability to work cooperatively and in a team environment with peers and supervisors.


·    A letter of interest;
·    Your resume;
·    A minimum of three references; and
·    A brief writing sample.
 
Please use "Communications Director” as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed.
Job: Program Director

Salary Range: $65,000-75,000

Position Summary: The Program Director will utilize their skills and knowledge to initiate and set goals for SisterSong’s dynamic programs according to the strategic objectives of the organization. The Program Director must have a broad knowledge of program management principles. They must have a strategic mindset as well as be able to lead and develop new programming across all of the tenants of RJ. They must ensure every program will be delivered successfully, thoroughly evaluated, and add the highest possible value to the organization. The Program Director will manage the program staff and will serve on the senior management team of the organization.

Program Director Job Duties and Responsibilities:
·        Develop an effective plan of action for running our programs from inception to completion
·        Manage daily operations that support and implement our current program objectives
·        Strategically map-out a program schedule and timeline and ensure it is followed
·        Supervise and advise program staff in various tasks
·        Ensure the smooth and proper functioning and evaluation of current programs
·        Assess and manage program risks
·        Suggest innovative plans and processes to improve program functions
·        Develop work systems and processes that effectively drive productivity
·        Suggest and help create initiatives to increase awareness of the program
·        Set goals for the programs and track progress, set-backs, and overall performance
·        Track, record, and compile program performance data for grant purposes
·        Analyze program results and present findings to management
·        Seek out new and creative program ideas to implement
·        Prepare and maintain program budgets
·        Help secure and manage program funding
·        Provide strategic vision and strong leadership while directing our programs
·        Ensure programs always support and advance the organization’s mission

Program Director Requirements and Qualifications:
·        Demonstrated commitment to Reproductive Justice and amplifying the voices and leadership of BIPOC communities.
·        Minimum 4 years of experience in program management
·        Basic accounting and data management skills
·        Proficient using Microsoft Suite (Excel, Outlook, Access, etc.)
·        Organized and detail-oriented
·        Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
·        Some travel and weekend hours required
·        Ability to work cooperatively and in a team environment with peers and supervisors.
 
 
·    A letter of interest;
·    Your resume;
·    A minimum of three references; and
·    A brief writing sample.
 
Please use "Program Director” as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed.
Job: Education & Advocacy Coordinator  

Salary Range: $50,000-60,000
 
Position Summary: The Education and Advocacy Coordinator (EAC) will employ organizing and media skills with policy and advocacy experience to coordinate SisterSong’s Reproductive Justice trainings, as well as policy and advocacy outreach and education efforts. The EAC will help the Collective to promote the reproductive justice framework among its membership and communicate who we are and what we do to the larger social justice community. The Education and Advocacy Coordinator is a key organizational representative, among those who represent SisterSong amongst our membership and the general public
 
Education & Advocacy Coordinator Job Duties and Responsibilities:
 
Approximately 50% of the EAC’s time will be spent on the Reproductive Justice Training Program. 
 
Duties in this area will include:
·        Coordinate and travel to different locations throughout the United States to facilitate  Reproductive Justice Trainings for organizations and individuals
·        Work with the RJ training team to continue development of the RJ Training Program
·        Prepare and present workshops and educational sessions on the Reproductive Justice framework for conferences, meetings, and other public events
 
Approximately 50% of the EAC’s time will be spent on writing and research towards the further development of the Reproductive Justice framework. 
 
Key duties in this area will include:
·        Identifying and researching issues and topics of relevance to the Reproductive Justice framework
·        Draft position papers, fact sheets and other written materials for distribution to members, media, and legislators on local, regional and national levels.
 
 
Education & Advocacy Coordinator Requirements and Qualifications: The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with significant training, research and facilitation experience. As well as media, advocacy and policy experience. Candidate must possess excellent oral and written communications skills in English, proven initiative and follow-through, the ability to work quickly and well under pressure in diverse professional environment, and a commitment to human rights and reproductive justice. Bilingual capability is a plus. Knowledge of popular education theories and methods is also desired.
 
  • Knowledge of and experience working with the reproductive justice framework required.
  • Minimum of five years organizational and/or program development, including facilitation and training experience required.
  • Minimum of five years non-profit organization experience required.
  • Minimum of five years of experience working with the media and/or developing media strategies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Publisher).
  • Experience developing and delivering public presentations.
  • Experience in community organizing, legislative or public policy preferred.
  • Demonstrated commitment to working for racial, gender and environmental justice, sexual and reproductive rights, as well as the rights of people with disabilities, youth, and elders.
  • Demonstrated level of community involvement preferred.
  • Ability to work cooperatively and in a team environment with peers and superiors.
  • Travel required approximately 35 % of the time. Subject to change post COVID 19 Pandemic.
 
 
·    A letter of interest;
·    Your resume;
·    A minimum of three references; and
·    A brief writing sample.
 
Please use "Education & Advocacy Coordinator” as the subject of your email. Only complete applications will be reviewed.
Hiring Timeline: We hope to have the position filled in April. Applications are due 4/5.

Benefits: Employer paid health, dental life and vision benefits. Stipends for self-care, professional development and tuition pay down or the option of a 529 plan (Choice Plan). Participation in SIMPLE IRA and tuition choice plan available after one year of employment. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: SisterSong is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex , gender, gender identity, and gender expression, religious creed, disability (mental and physical) including HIV, AIDS, and AIDS-related condition, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

SisterSong will attempt to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on SisterSong’s operations. Please, advise us of any accommodations needed at the time of application.
We welcome applicants from across the United States, but SisterSong is not able to pay for travel expenses for the application process nor for moving expenses.