Tuesday, January 30, 2007

JOB: Immigrant Rights Program Associate

Job Announcement
Immigrant Rights Program Associate

The National Korean American Service & Education Consortium
(NAKASEC) seeks a hard-working, talented, and committed individual
to serve as the Immigrant Rights Program Associate. NAKASEC is a
dynamic national organization working to empower the Korean American
community through education, advocacy and organizing. The national
office is located in Los Angeles, California, with affiliates in Los
Angeles, Chicago, and New York. Major program areas include
immigrant rights, civic engagement & voter empowerment, and civil
rights.

Major Responsibilities Include:
• Assist in planning and implementing all activities and
campaigns related to NAKASEC's Immigrant Rights Project.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with relevant
immigrant rights coalitions nationally and locally.
• Work closely with and provide ongoing technical assistance
& program support to NAKASEC affiliates.
• Coordinate and assist with fundraising activities related
to the project including grant reports and fundraisers.
• Assist with the publication of relevant public education
materials.
• Attend conferences and events related to the program.
• Research and compile relevant program-related information
from affiliates and constituents.
• Assist with ongoing media & publicity efforts.
• Provide ongoing support to the Executive Director and
Immigrant Rights Project Director in all facets of the program.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and 3 or more years experience working on Korean
American, Asian Pacific American or immigrant community issues
and/or civic participation initiatives. Excellent written and oral
communication skills. Ability to work independently, as well as in
group settings, think creatively, and prioritize multiple tasks.
Demonstrated track record of working collaboratively in local-
national partnerships and/or with multi-ethnic or multi-sector
communities. Experience in community organizing, policy advocacy,
and research strongly preferred. Experience developing campaigns and
strategic planning an asset. Fluency in the Korean language also an
asset.

NAKASEC offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and
full health & dental benefits. To apply: Send cover letter, resume,
writing sample, and salary history and requirement to Jacqueline
Chun, Manager of Administration, NAKASEC, 900 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los
Angeles, CA 90019 or via email at jchun@nakasec.org. For more
information, please visit our website at www.nakasec.org. No phone
calls, please.

Closing Date for applications: February 2, 2007 or until position is
filled.