Organizing Coordinator

Core responsibilities:

• Execute recruitment efforts at scientific conferences, universities, and other venues to engage new Science Network members
• Support and implement organizing and advocacy trainings to equip Science Network members with skills for effective advocacy
• Conduct 1:1 meetings with Science Network members to support their engagement and leadership development
• Design and implement strategies to diversify the Science Network and ensure all activities are accessible and inclusive

This role creates positive change by building and cultivating a diverse Science Network that puts rigorous, independent science into action, advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future through science-based policy advocacy campaigns.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (comparable training/experience can be substituted)
• 4+ years of work experience with organizing and/or policy advocacy, particularly on a national level
• Strong project management and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects
• Knowledge and familiarity with racial equity and inclusion principles and experience building relationships while centering equity

This is a full-time remote position with salary of $78,454. UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment. *CA Resident Only, we offer a 12% salary differential*

The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future by working on problems like global warming, sustainable food/energy/transportation, fighting disinformation, advancing racial equity, and reducing nuclear threats.