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Mid-City CAN COMMUNITY ORGANIZER

SAY, San Diego, Inc. is the fiscal agent for the Mid-City Community Advocacy Network (Mid-City CAN)
and will be the formal employer of the Community Organizer. This is a 40-hour-a-week position that
reports directly to the Mid-City CAN Lead Organizer and is accountable to the Mid-City CAN
Collaborative Director and Membership. The Community Organizer will work in partnership with
community leaders in City Heights in the design and on-going implementation of campaigns developed
by the Mid-City CAN Members. The Community Organizer will support the goal of mobilizing community
residents, coordinating leadership development activities, and assisting in identifying and advocating for
change.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Identify City Heights residents with strong leadership qualities and assist them in advocating for
institutional and social change.
Organize, develop and sustain leadership and education program.
Conduct outreach to schools, organizations, collaborative partners, Momentum Teams, and
grassroots efforts that service residents to recruit program participants.
In collaboration with collaborative partners, develop and facilitate leadership development for
residents around specific skills related to community organizing, grassroots advocacy and other
relevant topics.
Assist in the development of resident goals and objectives.
Provide supervision, mentorship, and guidance to the Mid-City CAN House Meeting Leaders.
Clearly articulate the efforts of the Mid-City CAN and our community development strategy.
Work with residents and Mid-City CAN/SAY Staff in developing and implementing fundraising
strategies.
Work collaboratively with all participating agencies and organizations of Mid-City CAN in
implementing the mission and goals.
Establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers, administrators, and other
agencies and a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Accurately represent Mid-City CAN and maintain positive working relationships with the general
public, clients, funding sources, government bodies, etc.
Provide or arrange interpretation as needed.
Other tasks as assigned by the Lead Organizer and/or Collaborative Director.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Community Organizing, Social Work, Urban Development, Policy, Ethnic
Studies, ore related field, and /or commensurate experience in community organizing and
working with residents in a collaborative context.
Training in either conflict organizing or consensus organizing
Bilingual (Somali, Vietnamese, Spanish, or other language spoken in City Heights) required
Knowledge of Leadership Development and Community Organizing Theories as well as
experienced in policy development and advocacy.
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with residents
Mid-City Community Advocacy Network
4275 El Cajon Boulevard, Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92105
www.midcitycan.org
Fiscal Sponsor- SAY San Diego
KNOWDLEGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Possess a passion for social justice which will translate into your daily interactions.
Knowledgeable of consensus decision making and conflict resolution processes.
Ability to build relationships and interact with a diverse population easily.
Must be able to self-direct, take initiative and work independently.
Ability to work well in a team setting.
Proven ability working with diverse communities and neighborhood organizations and
constituencies.
Strong community leadership skills, understanding of and sensitivity to development issues in the
City Heights community and surrounding area.
Ability to be flexible in adapting and learning new ideas and/or concepts.
Flexibility required in on-going training, workshops and/or learning opportunities which may be
presented.
Broad knowledge of diverse cultures and sensitivity in dealing with diversity issues including race,
gender, sexual orientation and economic status.
Demonstrated effectiveness in working within a collaborative environment.
Knowledge of government and education programs and agencies.
Experience in public speaking and presentations
Have access to reliable transportation and willing to use it for job related tasks
Must be able to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
Must be able to travel overnight as needed.
Willingness to discuss and work on projects and activities that against racism

BENEFITS
The annual salary range for this full time position is $34,000 - $36,000 depending on
experience and qualifications.
Retirement plan; Health, dental, and life insurance plans; Paid sick and vacation time; Paid
holidays

Mid-City Community Advocacy Network

4275 El Cajon Boulevard, Suite 101, San Diego, CA 92105
www.midcitycan.org
Fiscal Sponsor- SAY San Diego