Job Announcement: Speaking for Ourselves Community Organizer

Community Organizer for Speaking for Ourselves

Speaking for Ourselves (SFO), an internationally known self-advocacy organization by and for people with disabilities, is needing the help of a local Philadelphia-area resident to assist in coordinating their various activities. Speaking for Ourselves is looking for a Community Organizer that will work directly with the Executive Director and the organization’s Board of Directors.

Activities to Perform

• Help schedule and attend various meetings in the 5-county area of Philadelphia.
• Attend monthly virtual Board of Director meetings.
• Provide regular updates and reports on all activities.
• Help develop accessible flyers and announcements for upcoming events.
• Build a database of contacts, volunteers, etc.
• Assist Board and Ex. Dir. to plan outreach activities, trainings, and events to help re-build SFO Chapters in the 5 counties surrounding Philadelphia.

Characteristics Needed

• Have experience assisting people with disabilities.
• Good at working with diverse groups of people.
• Able to assist but not direct others.
• Be outgoing and sociable.
• Have a car, license, insurance, and ability to drive comfortably throughout the 5-county Philadelphia area.
• Be available some evenings and weekends.
• Be organized, responsible, resourceful, reliable, and respectful.
• Have good computer skills including Word, Zoom, email, etc.
• Keep confidential all pertinent information.

For more information and to apply, contact Speaking for Ourselves at Speaking4OurselvesPA@gmail.com.