The new Florida Fair Trade Coalition (FLFTC) seeks a coordinator to further the policy and political goals of our organization. The qualified candidate will have the skills to grow and maintain the FLFTC, including a background in areas including issue advocacy, coalition building, fundraising, media relations and grassroots lobbying.
This leader will establish and maintain effective external relations with member groups, strategic allies, potential stakeholders and government officials. He or she will have overall responsibility for the implementation of activities within the organization. The coordinator reports to the FLFTC Executive Committee and CTC National Director.
This position is formerly set at half-time, with an annual salary of $18,000. With proper commitment, fundraising and growth, this position could easily move to $3000 per month, or a $36,000 annual full time job. Preferred locations are Gainesville, Orlando or Miami. Payment and location are both negotiable.
To apply, please mail, email a resume, a one page cover letter and references to Andy Gussert by March 22, 2010. No phone calls please.
Contact Information:
Andrew Gussert
National Director, Citizens Trade Campaign
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include grassroots lobbying and public education; developing and maintaining membership; coalition building; fundraising; event planning; media work, including editorial board meetings, writing op-eds and planning press conference; public speaking; financial oversight, and administrative duties associated with running a non-profit organization.
This position requires a self-starter and creative problem-solver, motivated by the issue of trade fairness, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Duties Include:
· Coordinate Florida work with the Citizens Trade Campaign.
· Organize and implement campaigns on trade legislation at the federal and state levels.
· Oversee fundraising for the coalition from member organizations and other sources.
· Maintain contact with Florida Congressional Delegation on trade issues.
· Generate newspaper stories, op-eds, and radio coverage and media visibility on trade.
· Prepare monthly membership e-newsletter. Send action alerts as needed.
· Build public actions including rallies, town hall forums and call-in campaigns.
· Convene monthly or quarterly FTC steering committee meetings.
· Build the coalition, including outreach to labor unions and other organizations.
· Create annual strategic plan, in consultation with the steering committee and CTC.
Job Requirements:
· Demonstrated leadership skills
· High level of initiative, ability to work efficiently
· Previous experience with community organizing; or an understanding of organized labor
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Experience with Microsoft Office applications
· Must own car and be willing to travel
· Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
The FLFTC is a state affiliate of the Citizens Trade Campaign, and will serve as a leading state advocacy vehicle in the fight against unfair trade policies modeled after NAFTA and CAFTA.
About CTC:
CTC was founded in 1992 to oppose the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Our labor, environmental, family farm, religious and civil society groups are united in a common belief that international trade is not an end in itself, but is instead a means for achieving larger societal goals such as economic justice, human rights, healthy communities and a sound environment. We oppose current trade agreements tilted in favor of multinational corporations, and support a fair way forward to help working people.
The FLFTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants who represent diverse cultural, socioeconomic and other ethnic orientations.
