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Skills Needed: Preferred Qualifications

University degree in law, human rights or another university degree in a relevant discipline;
2 to 5 years of experience in strategic planning and training or facilitation;
Experience of drafting programmatic documents, training materials or Standard Operating Procedures;
Experience leading or managing in the development field, especially in human rights. Experience in refugee rights is an advantage;
Experience in training and mentoring staff, particularly from a wide variety of cultures;
Fluent in English & Spanish with a high level of written skill in both languages;
A positive, proactive and outgoing attitude with the ability to work well in a diverse and multicultural environment.

Key Responsibilities  

Collaborate closely with AA staff to build a clear process for strategic planning. This will include the development of tools, templates, and guides which will result in the production of (1) a change statement, (2) context analysis, (3) pathways to change, and ultimately (4) a theory of change for each national operation.
Develop a detailed facilitator’s guide to support each Asylum Access leader in managing the strategic planning process.
Co-facilitate, along with Asylum Access leaders, a series of workshops for each program that will support the development of their strategic plan.
Record and document the outcomes of each process, including the final Theories of Change.
Build a process for reviewing and updating the strategic plan given changes in environment in future years.
Draft a report on the success and lessons learned from the strategic planning process for submission to the leadership.

Skills Needed: REQUIRED FUNCTIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Culturally responsive with the ability to work with diverse immigrant and refugee populations
• Strong legal research, writing, and verbal advocacy skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to function in a positive manner in a demanding work environment, to demonstrate a high degree of flexibility, to            respond to priorities and schedules that change frequently
• Ability to meet multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make good judgments
• Strong intercultural, interpersonal and organizational communication skills
• Punctuality, good attendance, and ability to work flexible hours to meet the availability of clients
• Ability to use basic office equipment, telephone, copy machine, fax machine, and computer
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, drive, talk on the phone and/or use computer for long periods
• Possess a valid driver's license and verification of current auto-insurance, and have full use of automobile during work hours
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, committees, and volunteer activities to support IRCO’s goals

HOW TO APPLY:
Applications are accessible on the IRCO website, (Please contact us using the "Apply for this Job Posting" box below) or IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR  97220, 503-234-1541.  Attach resume, cover letter and three references, with a writing sample to the IRCO application form.  This position requires the completion of an IRCO application.  Materials submitted without a completed application are considered incomplete and will not be considered.  Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact each applicant.  We may not be able to return calls regarding the status of your application. If selected for an interview, we will contact you by telephone.

ABOUT IRCO:
The Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO) is a non-profit organization established in 1976 to serve immigrants, refugees, and the broader community in Portland, Oregon. Our mission is to promote the integration of refugees, immigrants, and the community at large into a self-sufficient, healthy, and inclusive multiethnic society. Find out more at  

IRCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Skills Needed: Lawyers/law students interested in Human rights advocacy and monitoring.