Job Opening: Grove Hall Community Organizer

Project R.I.G.H.T. Inc., a non-profit organization serving the residents of North Dorchester and Roxbury, is looking for an organized professional with great communication and outreach skills to be a vital part of a team that coordinates the overall community organizing efforts of Project R.I.G.H.T. Inc. The position includes working with various partners in numerous organizing initiatives.

• Being a vital part of the coordination of all community organizing efforts of existing and future organizing efforts within Greater Grove Hall.
• The recruitment of adults and youth from Grove Hall (Roxbury/North Dorchester) to lead and/or participate in grass root community organizing initiatives.
• Coordinate activities/trainings/meetings for residents that develop leadership and promote participation in the civic and community building efforts within Greater Grove Hall.
• Work in partnership with youth and community residents, and our leadership to explore issues affecting them and their families related to a range of issues that include: youth violence, public safety, the creation of safe havens, mental health, education, tobacco/drug addiction, community development, and quality of life issues to develop resident led action oriented strategies for change.
• Work closely with partner organizations on community organizing initiatives.
• Conduct community outreach, assessments, and evaluations to determine organizing initiative/program effectiveness.
• Facilitate positive communication and build relationships between Project R.I.G.H.T. Inc. and community based organizations and residents.
• Responsible for data collection, grant reporting and evaluation, including preparation of outcome measurement reports.

Qualifications Include:

• A commitment to working within the communities of color and a very diverse population.
• Experience working with at-risk youth.
• Interpersonal and cultural sensitivity.
• Great communication and written skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.
• B.A.  and/or related experience (3 to 5 years+) in community planning, programs for urban youth and community organizing experience.  Applicant must have excellent management, interpersonal, and computer skills. Must be willing to work some weekends and evenings.

The position is 40 hours a week, full time. Competitive salary and benefits based on experience and qualifications.To apply, send cover letter & resume to:

Project R.I.G.H.T. Inc.

320a Blue Hill Avenue

Dorchester, MA 02121

Attn: Mr. Jorge Martinez, Sr., Executive Director

Resumes must be accompanied by a cover letter and salary requirements.  No phone call please.  Position will remain open until filled.