Director of Advocacy (Volunteer)
Mentor A Promise, New York, NY, United States
Director of Advocacy (Volunteer)
PromisePublic | Policy, Advocacy & Public Affairs
Organization
Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location
Hybrid / Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed
Type
Volunteer (Leadership Role)
Reports To
Chief of Public Affairs & Policy
Works Closely With
Government Relations Team, Advocacy Communications Team, Policy Research Team, Program Leadership, Partnerships Team
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Our work centers dignity, equity, and accountability—fostering resilience and opening pathways to stability, opportunity, and hope for young people and their families.
MAP recognizes that lasting impact requires both direct service and systems change. Public policy, advocacy, and community engagement are critical to addressing structural barriers that affect youth and families experiencing housing instability.
About PromisePublic | Policy, Advocacy & Public Affairs PromisePublic leads MAP’s work in policy engagement, public affairs, and systems-level advocacy. The division ensures that the lived experiences of youth, families, and communities inform public dialogue, policy priorities, and legislative reform.
Through research, coalition-building, public engagement, and responsible advocacy, PromisePublic advances policy solutions that strengthen housing stability, educational access, and youth opportunity.
Role Overview The Director of Advocacy helps lead MAP’s advocacy initiatives and public engagement efforts by coordinating campaigns, supporting policy engagement activities, and strengthening partnerships with community and advocacy organizations.
Working closely with the Chief of Public Affairs & Policy and cross‑functional teams, the Director of Advocacy helps translate research insights and program experiences into advocacy initiatives that elevate youth and community voices while advancing MAP’s mission.
This role focuses on executing advocacy initiatives, supporting coalition engagement, and helping ensure MAP’s advocacy activities are organized, impactful, and aligned with nonprofit compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate advocacy initiatives that advance MAP’s mission and policy priorities
Support development and implementation of advocacy campaigns and engagement strategies
Collaborate with Government Relations team to support engagement with policymakers and public agencies
Help organize coalition partnerships with advocacy organizations, community groups, and policy networks
Contribute to the development of advocacy materials such as policy briefs, talking points, and testimony support
Elevate youth, mentor, and community perspectives within advocacy efforts when appropriate
Support public engagement activities such as advocacy events, briefings, or listening sessions
Monitor relevant policy developments and share insights with internal teams
Ensure advocacy activities align with nonprofit compliance and lobbying guidelines
Maintain timely and professional communication using Google Workspace tools
Qualifications – Required
Experience in advocacy, public affairs, nonprofit policy work, or community organizing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate projects and collaborate across teams
Experience working with community organizations, coalitions, or advocacy networks
Commitment to MAP’s mission and dignity‑centered values
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with housing, education, youth development, or social policy issues
Experience supporting advocacy campaigns or policy initiatives
Experience preparing advocacy communications or policy materials
Understanding of nonprofit advocacy compliance and lobbying guidelines
Commitment
Volunteer leadership role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6‑month commitment preferred
Hybrid / remote with optional NYC‑based collaboration
What You’ll Gain
Leadership experience supporting advocacy and public engagement initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to systems change affecting youth and housing stability
Collaboration with policy researchers, advocacy leaders, and nonprofit partners
Professional references and letters of recommendation
Meaningful impact advancing equity‑centered policy solutions
How To Apply
Resume (required)
Cover letter (required) describing relevant advocacy experience and interest in MAP’s mission
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data‑privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.
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PromisePublic | Policy, Advocacy & Public Affairs
Organization
Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location
Hybrid / Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed
Type
Volunteer (Leadership Role)
Reports To
Chief of Public Affairs & Policy
Works Closely With
Government Relations Team, Advocacy Communications Team, Policy Research Team, Program Leadership, Partnerships Team
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth experiencing housing instability through mentorship, education, and community. Our work centers dignity, equity, and accountability—fostering resilience and opening pathways to stability, opportunity, and hope for young people and their families.
MAP recognizes that lasting impact requires both direct service and systems change. Public policy, advocacy, and community engagement are critical to addressing structural barriers that affect youth and families experiencing housing instability.
About PromisePublic | Policy, Advocacy & Public Affairs PromisePublic leads MAP’s work in policy engagement, public affairs, and systems-level advocacy. The division ensures that the lived experiences of youth, families, and communities inform public dialogue, policy priorities, and legislative reform.
Through research, coalition-building, public engagement, and responsible advocacy, PromisePublic advances policy solutions that strengthen housing stability, educational access, and youth opportunity.
Role Overview The Director of Advocacy helps lead MAP’s advocacy initiatives and public engagement efforts by coordinating campaigns, supporting policy engagement activities, and strengthening partnerships with community and advocacy organizations.
Working closely with the Chief of Public Affairs & Policy and cross‑functional teams, the Director of Advocacy helps translate research insights and program experiences into advocacy initiatives that elevate youth and community voices while advancing MAP’s mission.
This role focuses on executing advocacy initiatives, supporting coalition engagement, and helping ensure MAP’s advocacy activities are organized, impactful, and aligned with nonprofit compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate advocacy initiatives that advance MAP’s mission and policy priorities
Support development and implementation of advocacy campaigns and engagement strategies
Collaborate with Government Relations team to support engagement with policymakers and public agencies
Help organize coalition partnerships with advocacy organizations, community groups, and policy networks
Contribute to the development of advocacy materials such as policy briefs, talking points, and testimony support
Elevate youth, mentor, and community perspectives within advocacy efforts when appropriate
Support public engagement activities such as advocacy events, briefings, or listening sessions
Monitor relevant policy developments and share insights with internal teams
Ensure advocacy activities align with nonprofit compliance and lobbying guidelines
Maintain timely and professional communication using Google Workspace tools
Qualifications – Required
Experience in advocacy, public affairs, nonprofit policy work, or community organizing
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to coordinate projects and collaborate across teams
Experience working with community organizations, coalitions, or advocacy networks
Commitment to MAP’s mission and dignity‑centered values
Preferred Experience
Familiarity with housing, education, youth development, or social policy issues
Experience supporting advocacy campaigns or policy initiatives
Experience preparing advocacy communications or policy materials
Understanding of nonprofit advocacy compliance and lobbying guidelines
Commitment
Volunteer leadership role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6‑month commitment preferred
Hybrid / remote with optional NYC‑based collaboration
What You’ll Gain
Leadership experience supporting advocacy and public engagement initiatives
Opportunity to contribute to systems change affecting youth and housing stability
Collaboration with policy researchers, advocacy leaders, and nonprofit partners
Professional references and letters of recommendation
Meaningful impact advancing equity‑centered policy solutions
How To Apply
Resume (required)
Cover letter (required) describing relevant advocacy experience and interest in MAP’s mission
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data‑privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.
#J-18808-Ljbffr