DESCRIPTION OF THE BET
The Coordinator works in collaboration with regional teams and global teams, as well as allies and counterparts, as necessary and in accordance with the priorities established for this position. Although this position has an important administrative component, it will also do facilitation work, since it will be necessary to build relationships and a high level of coordination with different counterparts. The work will be carried out under the supervision of the Regional Director of JASS Mesoamerica.
ABOUT JASS
JASS is a feminist movement support organization that strengthens voice, visibility, women’s leadership and collective organizational power for a just and sustainable world for everyone. We equip and strengthen the leadership and organizational capacity of women leaders and their organizations in Mesoamerica, Southeast Asia, and South Africa.
Our feminist movement building work supports underalternized women leaders (indigenous and rural land defenders, sex workers, garment workers, LBTQI +, HIV + and young activists) in the critical analysis of the power dynamics that affect their lives from the personal to the public, from the local to the global, to change the systems, structures and beliefs that perpetuate inequality, injustice and violence. Our approach creates the conditions for women to organize, mobilize and transform power in four areas of their lives: Body, Voice, Resources and Security.
Our commitment to transform power in the world begins with how we organize and function internally. Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and how we found JASS. We have an intersectional staff and a shared leadership structure that represents diverse geographies, cultures, religions, generations, races, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and includes activists based on organization and movements at the national level. We strive for internal structures, policies and practices that value the range of knowledge that this diversity contains and that reflect shared principles and responsibility towards our mission.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program coordination
- Coordinates the JASS program, planning and activities in Mexico based on the agreed strategy and the regional work plan, and regularly reports on the progress of planning to the Regional Director and the coordinator of the regional program.
- In addition, it ensures coordinating the personnel or consultants hired to help in the work of JASS Mesoamerica in Mexico, guaranteeing the progress and fulfillment of its work plans, and proposing consultancies to support the program.
- It contributes to a harmonious work environment in Mexico and within the regional team.
- It supervises the development of the Alchemy school in Mexico according to the agreed modalities, coordinating any necessary support for its development.
Regarding logistics, attendance and participation in key meetings, and administrative support:
- It ensures coordinating the mechanisms and logistical aspects necessary for the program in Mexico and its connection with the regional and global program.
- Facilitates team meetings and regular meetings with regional leadership.
- It promotes and advances the defense strategy in Mexico in accordance with the regional and global strategy.
- Participate in weekly regional coordinator meetings and other regional and global meetings as needed.
- It proposes, participates and supports strategic spaces of defense and solidarity in the area of women defenders, as well as in selected and priority social platforms in Mexico.
- Coordinates the representation of JASS in all priority activities in Mexico and in global and transregional activities agreed by the regional team, as needed and considering planning priorities and country context.
- Regularly reports on the context and impact of activities carried out on behalf of JASS in Mexico, including lessons learned from our work, status of our alliances and general and specific recommendations of the program.
Other general support and coordination
- In addition, it reviews the monthly expenses and financial reports of the Mexico office to present them for approval to the regional administrator.
- Supports financial management, identification of donors in the country and collaboration in the writing of reports and proposals for donors.
- Coordinate with the regional communication team and will recommend and support communication plans in Mexico.
- Ensures that national staff are aware of JASS policies and that they are implemented within the country.
- It guarantees that there is a security policy and that it is complied with in Mexico.
YOUR PROFILE
- Commitment and knowledge of intersectional feminism and a transformative approach towards equality and justice.
- Deep understanding of the context of Mexico and commitment to social justice movements.
- 5 years of experience as a senior leader in feminist or women’s rights organizations; regional / global experience will be valued.
- Facilitating and collaborative approach to feminist leadership, with the ability to inspire, convey enthusiasm, commitment, and confidence in teams as a partner partner rather than a delegate.
- Ability to work at multiple levels and engage with diverse audiences / contexts, including women’s, indigenous and rural movements, NGOs, donors, and government officials.
- Experience in supporting movements / conceptualizing movements and understanding / interest in building feminist movements and popular feminist education.
- Experience in strategic thinking, planning, budgeting and program management.
- Experience in team management and creation of diverse alliances.
- Experience in fundraising, donor relations and strategic positioning of the value of civil movement / society.
- Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills.
- Ability to self-manage and work remotely with flexibility in working hours.
- Ability to travel regionally and internationally as needed.
- Ability to communicate in English, both spoken and written.
- Attention to detail and precision in work products.
- Competence in the use of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, web platforms
COMPENSATION
JASS is committed to offering fair wages and benefits based on roles and responsibilities, regardless of location. The annual gross salary range for the position, at a time of 40 hours per week with benefits, ranges from USD 32,000 to USD 37,000, depending on the relevant years of experience, knowledge and skills. Benefits include employer-paid health insurance, vacation days, national holidays, and sick leave. The initial offer of employment is for 1 year (with a trial period of 3 months), with the possibility of renewal based on mutual satisfaction.
Non-monetary benefits include the opportunity to make significant strategic contributions to an innovative and respected movement support organization with a global presence. In addition, we offer a supportive and feminist work environment that encourages leadership development, as well as the possibility of remote work and traveling internationally.
¿WHO ARE WE?
JASS is a feminist organization dedicated to strengthening and amplifying the voice, visibility and collective power of women for a more just and sustainable world for all. We promote the leadership and organizational capacity of women leaders, their organizations and networks in Mesoamerica, Southeast Asia and South Africa.
