Specialist, GR & Advocacy
Develops and delivers training, resources, and tools to strengthen local Goodwill organizations' advocacy capacity
Designs and implements grassroots/grasstops campaigns using digital strategies, the Legislative Action Center, and social media
Increases grassroots advocates, coordinates policymaker visits, and engages the network through online platforms and events
About the Company
Goodwill Industries is all about people working. We are North America’s leading nonprofit provider of education, training, and career services for people with disadvantages, such as welfare dependency, homelessness, and lack of education or work experience, as well as those with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. In 2020, local Goodwills collectively provided employment and training services to almost 22 million individuals.
We believe that work has the power to transform lives by building self-confidence, independence, creativity, trust and friendships. Everyone deserves a chance to have these. Goodwill provides that chance. Considering working at Goodwill? Goodwill is nonprofit brand that is respected and highly relevant in today’s economy. Forbes recently named Goodwill one of the "Top 25 Most Inspiring Companies."
About the Job
Goodwill Industries International (GII) is seeking a talented Specialist, Grassroots & Advocacy Engagement to develop and implement grassroots/grasstops advocacy campaigns, utilizing the Legislative Action Center, social media and other digital strategies. This person will engage with local Goodwill organizations to enhance advocacy engagement and support planning of GII’s annual advocacy event.
Responsibilities
In collaboration with Vice President of Government Affairs, has primary responsibility for implementing and managing capacity-building strategies that strengthen local Goodwill organizations' ability to mobilize and engage in public policy and advocacy
Supports design and delivery of advocacy training that helps equip member Goodwill leaders to respond to legislative and regulatory opportunities and threats
Partners with the Government Relations/Legal team to assess Goodwill members’ policy interests, capacity and competencies
Actively works to increase grassroots advocates as well as develop and implement ongoing campaigns and engagement opportunities to enhance our policy impact
Develop advocacy action alerts, talking points, and grassroots messages and ensure routine dissemination of such information
Supports coordination of policymakers' visits to local Goodwill organizations
Engages GII team to mobilize Goodwill's grassroots/grasstops networks by equipping and disseminating information to the GII team and local Goodwill member organizations
Manages and maximizes use of Legislative Action Center by coordinating with GII’s Analytics & Technology and Marketing & Communications teams to ensure effective operations
Ensures content on GII's Legislative Action Center, public website and Goodwill Exchange is current
Maintains GII's Congressional/Grassroots Advocacy database and generate reports and statistics that measure mobilization results
Leads use of social media and other digital strategies to engage and inform local Goodwill members and stakeholders about public policy issues and advocacy opportunities
Supports annual advocacy event and virtual advocacy event planning and execution in collaboration with Vice President of Government Affairs
Uses available resources to review advocacy trends and keep the membership apprised of new developments
Other duties as needed to support the team and local Goodwill organizations
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, political science, government affairs, communications or other relevant field
Two to five years of experience in grassroots/tops mobilization
Experience in public policy, advocacy, and implementing state and federal policy campaigns
Experience and ease using Microsoft Office and other computer applications
Expertise using online Grassroots mobilization products preferred
Demonstrated ability to conduct research and analyze information
Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum that equips local Goodwill leaders to engage policymakers
Experience effectively managing multiple priorities and projects
Skills Needed:
Knowledge of state and federal legislative, regulatory and political processes
Strong written, oral, and digital media communication skills
Proven ability to work independently and creatively, meeting strict deadlines, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work collaboratively with GII colleagues, local Goodwill member leaders, and representatives of outside organizations
Demonstrated understanding of grasstops/grasstops advocacy mobilization strategies
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects and produce results on time and with quality
Solid organizational skills and advanced-level proficiency with MS Office products
Manager, Sustainability Impact
Develops and implements a standardized approach for measuring and reporting Goodwill's environmental and social impact across its network
Researches and evaluates tools and resources to advance Goodwill's sustainability strategy, including ESG reporting frameworks and carbon accounting
Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant ESG regulations and reporting requirements
About the Company
Goodwill Industries is all about people working. We are North America’s leading nonprofit provider of education, training, and career services for people with disadvantages, such as welfare dependency, homelessness, and lack of education or work experience, as well as those with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. In 2020, local Goodwills collectively provided employment and training services to almost 22 million individuals.
We believe that work has the power to transform lives by building self-confidence, independence, creativity, trust and friendships. Everyone deserves a chance to have these. Goodwill provides that chance. Considering working at Goodwill? Goodwill is nonprofit brand that is respected and highly relevant in today’s economy. Forbes recently named Goodwill one of the "Top 25 Most Inspiring Companies."
About the Job
Goodwill Industries International (GII) is seeking a talented Manager of Sustainability Impact to align the Goodwill network on impact measurement and reporting standards. This individual must be well-versed in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks, carbon accounting, and global reporting requirements.
Responsibilities
Basic Function:
Lead a network-wide strategy to quantify and disclose Goodwill’s social and environmental footprint
Specific Duties:
Work with local Goodwill organizations to standardize how the Goodwill network measures impact, including introducing, incorporating, and managing ESG standards and reporting frameworks
Research and vet partners, technologies, certifications, and programs to advance Goodwill’s sustainability strategy and streamline ESG reporting and carbon calculation
Work across multiple departments at GII (government relations, analytics & technology, marketing & communications, etc) to collaborate on initiatives, standards, procedures, and project design
Stay abreast of relevant regulations, standards, and disclosure requirements related to ESG reporting at the international, national, and state level; work with local Goodwills on compliance for requirements
Manage relationships with relevant external stakeholders
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in environmental science, environmental engineering, finance, accounting, business, sustainability, or other relevant field
Master’s or other advanced degree not required but preferred
Five or more years of experience in ESG data tracking, analysis, and management based on international standards
Experience with greenhouse gas (GHG) data and protocols, including GHG inventory development and carbon reduction
Skills Needed:
Thorough knowledge of ESG frameworks and carbon accounting methodologies
Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to present metrics, explain findings, and articulate issues and challenges together with proposed solutions
Ability to integrate and analyze data from multiple sources to provide comprehensive insights
Strong understanding of data visualization principles and best practices to effectively communicate complex information
Ability to design, implement, and oversee projects from inception to evaluation
Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in a variety of forums, both verbally and in writing
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize amongst competing needs and opportunities
Flexibility, open-mindedness, and agility to pivot and think outside the box
Ability to work well with diverse people and cultures
Ability to work independently and produce results
High attention to detail
Travel as necessary (10-15%) to carry out duties and responsibilities
Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple demands and projects
Preferred experience working with multiple partners toward a shared goal