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Position Title: Administrative Director

Reports to Executive Director

Hours: Part-time, flexible, .5 FTE

Position Overview:  The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center’s (STAC’s) mission is to support sex and labor trafficking survivors of all ages and to educate the community about human trafficking. STAC connects survivors to safety and needed services by building strong and sustaining connections throughout a six-county region. The Administrative Director plays a pivotal role in supporting the efficient functioning of the STAC team. This role requires a dynamic and highly organized individual capable of managing multiple priorities, coordinating administrative tasks, and facilitating communication both internally and externally. The Administrative Director will provide comprehensive support to the executive director and the board of directors, enabling them to focus on strategic initiatives and mission driven goals.

Key Responsibilities: The responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following, as mutually agreed: 

  1. Administrative Support
  • Manage the board of directors’ calendar for monthly board meetings and committee meetings.
  • Assist in the preparation of meeting materials and distributing materials.
  • Handle incoming communications and respond or redirect as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate records and databases, including contact lists, organizational files, and donor lists.
  1. Communication and Liaison
  • Serve as point of contact for external stakeholders, demonstrating professionalism and discretion in all interactions.
  • Draft and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations on behalf of executive director and board leadership.
  • Coordinate with executive director and team members to fulfill requests and streamline processes.
  1. Project and Fundraising Coordination:
  • Assist in the planning and execution of special projects, events, and initiatives as directed by executive director.
  • Conduct research, gather data, and prepare reports to support decision making processes.
  • Coordinate logistics for design and printing of materials and bulk mailings.
  • Coordinate logistics for meetings, fundraising events, and other events, including venue selection, catering, and material preparations.
  1. Organizational Support
  • Collaborate with colleagues to support organizational goals and initiatives.
  • Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and matters.
  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive work environment through professionalism, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the executive director.
  1. Grant Administration, Reporting and Documentation:
  • Assist in the preparation of grant proposals.
  • Maintain organized records of grant documents.
  • Prepare progress reports and other documentation required by grant agreements.
  • Coordinate with staff to gather data and information for reporting purposes.
  • Ensure timely submission of required reports.

Skills, Abilities and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proven experience as an Administrative Director, executive assistant, or similar role, preferably in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.
  • Ability to develop internal processes and filing systems.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in office software applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), software, and cloud-based collaboration tools.
  • Familiarity with donor management software.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive information and situations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and evolving needs.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of STAC.

The Administrative Director plays a crucial role in supporting the executive director and board of directors and contributing to the overall success of STAC. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally in a mission-driven environment. If you are a motivated and dedicated individual with the skills and passion to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

Compensation: Negotiable, depending on skill level, up to $21,000 annually for part-time position. 

Application Deadline: June 1, 2024

Contact: Robin Hassler Thompson, Executive Director robin@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org 

In the cover letter to your resume, please describe your experience working as an executive assistant (or similar position), what you learned from that experience, and why you would like to work for STAC. Cover letters that do not specifically address these three points will not be considered. Please include “Administrative Director” in the subject line.   

The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Job Title: Gadsden County Community Organizer/Consultant
Reports to: Executive Director
Hours: Part-time, flexible, 40 hours/month  

Job Description: STAC’s mission is to support sex and labor trafficking survivors of all ages and to educate the community about human trafficking. STAC connects survivors to safety and needed services by building strong and sustaining connections throughout a six-county region.

STAC seeks a self-motivated, outgoing Community Organizer to work closely with our Rural Community Action Program to conduct outreach, base building, training, education and community-based leadership development among local Gadsden County, Florida residents. The goal of this project is for the Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center to build and support a networked anti-human trafficking community in Gadsden County, Florida. 

Background Information: Education and information about how to recognize and respond to human trafficking is the number one way to end this horrific reality. For any community to effectively identify and assist sex and labor trafficking survivors, it must be informed and understand how to identify human trafficking and how to respond safely in a trauma-informed and victim-centered way.

Sex and labor trafficking often goes unrecognized and unchecked in rural areas. Gadsden County is no exception. Some think that due to the strong agricultural sector there, only labor trafficking of farmworkers occurs in Gadsden, and this could not be further from the truth. While labor trafficking in agriculture no doubt is a reality, sex trafficking cases have been uncovered there. Relevant here, children and teens are both sex and labor trafficked in rural areas. 

Activities: The organizer will be responsible for membership involvement in local events, campaigns and coalitions working on issues related to our mission and that of persons who have vulnerabilities to sex and labor trafficking.

The organizer will connect with local groups and individuals, conduct popular education discussions about human trafficking and its connections to other social justice issues including discrimination, poverty, and access to services. The Community Organizer will co-facilitate training programs, work with STAC’s community partners and undertake other tasks as needed to meet the goals of this program.

Key Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the Community Organizer may include but are not limited to the following, as mutually agreed: 

  • Meet regularly with community leaders, members and organizations to provide opportunities to introduce STAC and the issues communities are facing regarding human trafficking and for community members to enlighten and instruct STAC on possible community involvement and events and discuss current events impacting the community and identify upcoming advocacy and organizing opportunities
  • Network and build sustaining relationships with other groups, agencies, and organizations 
  • Facilitate an annual community anti-human trafficking forum in January of each year
  • Help to create a unified group of community members, organizations, and agencies who can identify sex and labor trafficking, support survivors, and strengthen community responses against sex and labor trafficking 
  • Create a detailed Three-Year Action Plan for outreach and education to three sectors (faith, schools, healthcare)
  • Conduct regular outreach to build awareness and increase interest in the topic of human trafficking
  • Be in weekly contact with STAC staff

Skills, Abilities & Qualifications: 

  • 2 years previous experience working as a community organizer
  • Gadsden County residency or long-term familiarity and connection with the Gadsden County community
  • Education: Associate degree, minimum
  • Social work background and/or prior experience working with people at the grassroots level
  • Outgoing personality and ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage diverse projects simultaneously
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills and self-motivation
  • Positive, proactive and personable team player 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team 
  • Comfort with social media and digital communication required
  • Graphic design skills preferred 
  • Spanish language proficiency preferred
  • Special interest in building an empowered community against sex and labor traffickers, including social justice inspired empowerment of Gadsden County residents to be fortified against both sex and labor trafficking

Compensation: Negotiable, depending on skill level $18 – $22/hour, plus mileage expenses

Application Deadline: July 1, 2024

Contact: Robin Hassler Thompson, Executive Director robin@surviveandthriveadvocacy.org 

In the cover letter to your resume, please describe your experience working as a community organizer, what you learned from that experience, why you would like to work on anti-human trafficking advocacy, and your philosophy of community organizing. Cover letters that do not specifically address these four points will not be considered. Please include “Community Organizer” in the subject line.   

The Survive and Thrive Advocacy Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.