About Alaska Institute for Justice: Come join an exciting non-profit transforming lives, strengthening communities, and protecting the human rights of all Alaskans. This is a full-time position based in Anchorage, Alaska. At the Alaska Institute for Justice (AIJ), we are committed to protecting the human rights of all Alaskans. AIJ is an award-winning program with dedicated professionals that provide statewide legal services to immigrants, language access services, and public policy work focused on climate justice issues affecting Alaska Native communities. AIJ has seventeen staff who speak English, Spanish, Korean, German, French, Yup’ik, & Russian. As an agency we uphold certain basic values. These include:

• Commitment to equity and justice, and respect for the rights and dignity of others.
• Integrity, responsibility, and accountability in all our work.
• Pursuit of excellence in creating long-term sustainability for AIJ’s work within Alaska characterized by principles of shared values and team engagement.

Since opening our office in 2005, AIJ has been on the frontlines of promoting justice and equality of treatment for immigrants and refugees residing in Alaska. AIJ’s three programs protect, defend, and advance the rights of some of Alaska’s most underserved communities including: 1) Immigration Justice Project 2) Language Interpreter Center; and 3) Climate Justice Program.  

About this Position: This is a full-time non-exempt position based in Anchorage, Alaska. The Development Coordinator will work to advance AIJ’s mission and help generate resources to support the agency’s three main programs. This will include assisting with AIJ’s overall financial goals by developing and implementing internal and external agency fundraising, donor stewardship, and public relations strategies, and events.

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal: The individual for this position must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, self-confidence, and be able to champion AIJ’s mission and programs to diverse audiences. The person must be dependable, be able to work with a team of co-workers in stressful situations and work with people from diverse cultures whose first language is not English. Having existing connections with, or ability to make connections with, funders at all levels is imperative, as diversity in funding is key to AIJ’s sustainability.

Education/Experience: B.A or higher in Development, Communications, or related work experience. The ideal candidate would have experience developing and executing effective fundraising strategies and activities. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and work experience with culturally diverse groups are required. Must be highly organized with an attention to detail. Knowledge of social media tools, excel spreadsheets and data entry. Previous work experience with non-profit is preferred. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan for the organization and its programs.
2. Seek out and lead fundraising opportunities that align with AIJ’s financial goals and values.
3. Grow and strengthen AIJ’s network of partners and supporters.
4. Choose and maintain a donor database.
5. Keeping up-to-date information on donors and donations and generate acknowledgement and thank you letters.
6. Foster relationships with major donors, foundations, and prospects.
7. Work with the communications coordinator to develop communications needed for the execution of the fundraising plan.
8. Coordinate with program directors to look for development opportunities
9. Organize events to maintain relationships with donors and raise awareness of AIJ’s work in the community, including solicitation of in-kind event support (auction items, partnerships, event donations)
10. Participate in staff meetings
11. Maintain regular and reliable attendance
12. Other duties as assigned

Salary:  $26.00/hr to $35.00/hr DOE with a generous benefits package including paid leave, medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability, vision and retirement. The Alaska Institute for Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full Time. Position open until filled.

To apply please submit a cover letter referencing this position, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional-related references electronically to:

Anna Taylor

Executive Director

Anna.taylor@akijp.org

Alaska Institute for Justice

About Alaska Institute for Justice: Come join an exciting non-profit transforming lives, strengthening communities and protecting the human rights of all Alaskans. This is a full-time position based in Anchorage, Alaska. At the Alaska Institute for Justice (AIJ), we are committed to protecting the human rights of all Alaskans. AIJ is an award-winning program with dedicated professionals that provide statewide legal services to immigrants, language access services and public policy work. AIJ has fourteen staff who speak English, Spanish, Korean, German, French, & Hmong. As an agency we uphold certain basic values. These include:

• Commitment to equity and justice, and respect for the rights and dignity of others.
• Integrity, responsibility and accountability in all our work.
• Pursuit of excellence, in creating long-term sustainability for AIJ’s work within Alaska characterized by principles of shared values and team engagement.

The Alaska Institute for Justice (AIJ) is a nonprofit organization. Since opening our office in 2005, AIJ has been on the frontlines of promoting justice and equality of treatment for immigrants and refugees residing in Alaska. AIJ’s three programs protect, defend, and advance the rights of some of Alaska’s most underserved communities including: 1) Immigration Legal Program; 2) Language Interpreter Center; and 3) Climate Justice Research and Policy Institute. 

About this Position: This is a full-time exempt position based in Anchorage, Alaska.

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal: The individual for this position must possess excellent written and oral communication skills, self-confidence and be able to advocate on behalf of clients with compassion. The person must be dependable, be able to work with a team of co-workers in stressful situations and to work with people from diverse cultures whose first language is not English. The individual must also be committed to providing legal representation to indigent individuals and those normally excluded from the justice system. Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

Education/Experience: J.D. degree required and licensed to practice law in Alaska or be eligible for a waiver through Alaska Legal Services. Excellent oral and written communication skills and work experience with culturally diverse clients required. Previous work experience with non-profit legal services program and minimum two years legal experience is preferred.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide legal representation of clients in proceedings before the Department of Homeland Security, the Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Includes appearances at hearings, preparation of witnesses, legal research, and the preparation of briefs and other pleadings.

1. Provide legal services including Family-based Immigration; Applications for Lawful Permanent Residence; Naturalization/Citizenship; Temporary Protected Status (TPS); Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA); Asylum; Children and Youth; and Removal/deportation defense.
2. Conduct client interviews and review supporting documentation.
3. Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and immigration authorities both verbally and in writing.
4. Create partnerships with community organizations serving Alaska’s immigrant populations.
5. Conduct educational events, such as Know Your Rights presentations.

Salary: $80,000 to $100,000 DOE with a generous benefits package including paid leave, medical, dental, life, short and long-term disability, vision and retirement. The Alaska Institute for Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position open until filled.

To apply please submit a cover letter referencing this position, a resume, and the names and contact information for three professional-related references electronically to:

Jason Baumetz

Legal Program Director

Alaska Institute for Justice

jason.baumetz@akijp.org