Community Advocacy Manager
Job Description
About ¡HICA!
The Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama (HICA) is one of the most successful social impact organizations in Alabama. For over 25 years, we’ve been a catalyst for empowerment and economic progress for the Latino and immigrant communities. HICA serves more than 4,000 residents annually with high-quality services and advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. Our work spans family and legal services, education and workforce readiness, and economic development. We are headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
Job Summary
The Community Advocacy Manager (CAM) will support and strengthen ¡HICA!’s advocacy and civic engagement capacity. The role is responsible for developing and executing grassroots advocacy campaigns and mobilizing community participation in civic life. Working in close collaboration with the Programs Director, Policy Director, and other programs staff, the CAC will elevate community voices in decision-making spaces, build lasting partnerships, and lead initiatives like Legislative Advocacy Day at the Alabama State Capitol.
This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about advancing equity, shaping public policy, and building the leadership of Latino and immigrant communities to advocate for themselves and their families.
Reports to: Policy Director
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Location: Birmingham, Alabama
Related duties and responsibilities:
Advocacy (50%)
· Support the Policy Director in designing and implementing community-centered advocacy strategies aligned with ¡HICA!’s legislative priorities.
· Organize and coordinate an annual Legislative Advocacy Day at the Alabama State Capitol, including community outreach, logistics, training, and follow-up.
· Facilitate advocacy campaigns, town halls, and public forums that connect community members with elected officials and decision-makers.
· Track and analyze emerging policy issues affecting Latino and immigrant communities; support the creation of advocacy materials such as fact sheets, testimonies, and action alerts.
· Build grassroots leadership pipelines by training and mentoring community advocates to participate in policy discussions and advocacy campaigns.
· Represent ¡HICA! in advocacy coalitions, policy meetings, and community networks to amplify our mission and goals.
· Collaborate across departments to ensure advocacy goals are integrated into ¡HICA!’s programmatic work.
Civic Engagement (50%)
· Lead efforts to increase civic participation among Latino and immigrant communities through nonpartisan voter education, registration, and turnout initiatives.
· Develop and implement culturally and linguistically relevant workshops in Spanish and English on topics including voter rights, election processes, and civic literacy.
· Use community engagement tools such as canvassing, digital organizing, and text banking to increase public awareness and participation.
· Work with ¡HICA! program staff to embed civic engagement strategies into direct services and leadership development work.
· Perform outreach and community assessments to identify barriers and opportunities to civic engagement.
· Maintain timely records and documentation for all engagement and education activities for internal and external reporting.
Organizational Needs
· Participates in ¡HICA! functions and job related duties as required and requested by supervisor.
· Connects and refers potential constituents met while conducting ¡HICA! activities.
· Comply with all ¡HICA! policies and procedures
· Travel locally and out of town for conferences, trainings, meetings, and organizational events as assigned.
· Attend, support, and participate in organizational fundraising and special events as required.
Required Competencies:
· BA/BS or 1-3 years of experience in community engagement or relevant field
· Alignment with the mission, values, and goals of ¡HICA!
· Fluency in both Spanish and English (written and spoken).
· Experience with grassroots organizing, civic engagement, or public policy advocacy
· Familiarity with legislative processes and political landscapes at the local and state levels.
· Strong project management skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
· Ability to build trust and relationships across lines of difference and with diverse stakeholders.
· Critical thinking and inquiry to engage in analysis of data and research to inform decisions
· Asset-based approach to community engagement, centering community wisdom and lived experience in advocacy efforts.
· Commitment to long-term systems change through collaborative, community-led strategies.
· Ability to work with a high level of initiative, accountability, and self-direction in a minimally supervised setting.
Workplace:
· Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel
· Frequent travel within Central Alabama, occasional statewide travel (mileage reimbursement included)
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive annual salary of $47-55k, based on experience and qualifications, plus excellent benefits package that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental (Vision optional) paid at 100% for employee with coverage starting on first day of employment, 3 weeks’ PTO, plus 11 paid holidays, 1-week mid-year & 2 weeks closure at end of year, & Simple IRA Plan with 3% HICA match after one year of service.
How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Carlos Torres, Policy Director.
HICA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama hires the most qualified candidates without regard to any person’s race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, parental status, marital status, military discharge status, or source of income.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
