Equal Justice USA (EJUSA) is a rapidly growing national organization working to transform the justice system by promoting responses to violence that break cycles of trauma. We work at the intersection of criminal justice, public health, and racial justice to elevate healing and safety over retribution, advance racial equity, and meet the needs of survivors. Our programs work to end the death penalty, limit and transform policing, expand community-based healing and violence prevention programs in impacted communities, and change the national narrative on violence and accountability.

We seek an energetic, intuitive, highly organized, and Newark-based Project Coordinator to support our Trauma to Trust (T2T) training, a flagship project of our Violence Reduction Initiative (VRI). This self-starter will support our team with logistics, planning and strategy for regular trainings throughout the year. This is an excellent opportunity for an advocate of social justice to hone programming and planning skills as part of a dynamic team at a leading grassroots advocacy organization. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in managing logistics, troubleshooting, working with diverse groups of people, vendor management and communication. The Project Coordinator will lead registration, communication, day-of coordination and play a supporting role in recruitment and management of the execution of T2T trainings.

EJUSA has 22 staff members spread throughout the country and a small national office in Brooklyn. This role is a remote position but we are seeking a Newark-based candidate. We’re a diverse team that loves working together to deliver real change.

Learn more about the Trauma to Trust project here: https://thegrio.com/2018/01/18/newark-police-civilians-true-story-community-trust/

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for T2T training in Newark, NJ including scheduling of training cohorts, registration of participants, managing vendors and volunteers, day-of logistics, printing/materials, and data entry & management
• On-site logistics including set up, breakdown, and troubleshooting at all trainings
• Anticipate and evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and offer effective on-the-spot solutions
• Collaborate with Senior Project Manager and program staff in proposing  theoretical/structural revisions of program curricula and presentations and propose improvements if necessary
• Manage project-related paperwork by ensuring all necessary materials are current, properly filed and stored
• Work with program team to coordinate training logistics in new venues within the city of Newark
• Assist VRI program staff in developing relationships (as needed) and promoting the program in the pilot site of Newark, NJ
• Maintain key relationships with community partners, institutions, and municipalities and serve as point of contact when needed
• Support participant recruitment efforts across the city including but not limited to: tabling at events, training participant registration at events, answering questions about the training and collaborating on new recruitment strategies
• Work with VRI program staff to ensure smooth communication and coordination between the community engagement, trauma training, and advocacy components of the Program
• Manage parts of T2T project budget and coordinate training details like food and supplies within budget parameters 
• Manage T2T volunteers and ensure that they have everything needed to be helpful to the team
• Other administrative and supportive duties as needed

• At least 2-4 years relevant experience in organizing, outreach, program/project coordination, social justice advocacy, or related fields
• Event planning experience a plus
• Passion and commitment to the mission and values of EJUSA, including a strong commitment to racial equity
• Knowledge of trauma and experience and/or comfort working with people impacted by trauma, violence, and the justice system (People directly impacted by these experiences are strongly encouraged to apply)
• Experience and/or ability to engage with law enforcement
• Clinical/mental health training a plus
• Excellent interpersonal communication, relationship-building, networking, and social skills; ability to connect authentically and build trust with diverse groups of people
• Strong organizational ability, including ability to juggle multiple projects, meet deadlines, keep things moving, and maintain a high attention to detail; flexible and tenacious
• Strong ability to “read a room”, remain collected amidst tension, identify delicate situations, and provide what may be valuable amidst highly-emotional environments 
• Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking
• Supporting others in public speaking and story-telling
• Familiarity with Microsoft and web-based apps such as GoogleDocs
• Comfort working in a Mac environment or willingness to learn
• Experience with facilitation, leading workshops, developing training materials, and designing training agendas
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Location: Newark, NJ

Target start date: Mar 2020

Deadline: Open until filled

Compensation: $50,000

Excellent benefits including employer-paid medical, vision, and dental care, retirement plan, 20 days paid vacation, 12 paid sick days, 11 paid holidays, 2 paid personal days, long-term disability insurance, and professional development allowance.

To apply: Visit http://www.ejusa.org/jobs to apply online. Upload a cover letter AND resume in PDF format ONLY by clicking "I'm interested" at the top of the page. Incomplete applications will not be considered. No calls please.

EJUSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply, including those impacted by the issues we work on. We consider all applicants on the basis of their ability to perform the job, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, physical appearance, age, mental or physical disability, credit history, veteran status, uniform service member status, justice system involvement, victims of domestic violence, stalking, or other crimes, political affiliation, or any other legally protected class. EJUSA does not tolerate discrimination or harassment against any of the above listed classes