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CBHC Employment Opportunities
The Faith Caucus is statewide and consists of individuals, congregations and denominations of all faiths. The Caucus organizes actions that stress the moral imperative for health care reform.
The Campaign is seeking an experienced organizer to serve as the Faith Community Organizer.
Job Description
- Oversee the planning and implementation of Faith Caucus activities for health care justice. These activities include (but are not limited to) advocacy events, trainings, public awareness
initiatives and joint letters.
- Build relationships with congregations of various faiths in order to expand the Faith Caucus
- Assist Faith Caucus participants in initiating their own projects that express the moral imperative for health care reform
- Facilitate communication among Faith Caucus participants
- Based upon experience, oversee and coordinate other related initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to grow in responsibilities and develop leadership.
Qualifications
- At least two years experience in community organizing or advocacy is required
- Experience working with faith communities, especially in interfaith settings
- The ability to articulately express the role faith can play in advocacy for health care justice
- Initiative and the ability to work successfully with minimal supervision
- A positive attitude and the ability to work well with colleagues and be a team player
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills
- The capacity to multi-task and handle a wide range of responsibilities
- Creativity in generating new ideas
- Computer and Internet literacy with proficiency in programs such as Word and Excel.
Knowledge of faith organizations is a plus, as is study related to faith, theology or religious history and polity. Proficiency in speaking and writing Spanish is also a plus.
To Apply
Send a resume and cover letter to:
Jonathan VanderBrug
Health Care Justice Director
Campaign for Better Health Care
jvanderbrug@cbhconline.org
Resumes will be considered on an incoming basis, however, so candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
This position is Chicago-based and offers a competitive compensation and benefits, including health care. EOE.
Campaign for Better Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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