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About UYC
The Urban Youth Collaborative (UYC) is a youth-led coalition committed to ending the school-to-prison and deportation pipeline and transforming public schools into supportive and equitable learning environments. Anchored by three dynamic organizations—Future of Tomorrow (FOT) of Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation, Make the Road New York’s (MRNY) Youth Power Project, and Sistas and Brothas United (SBU) of the Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition—UYC champions campaigns to create a brighter future for marginalized students in NYC.
Join the Urban Youth Collaborative (UYC) as Interim Director
Position: Interim Director
Location: New York City (Hybrid: In-person and virtual work)
Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
Benefits: Health insurance, 401K, generous paid time off through Make the Road NY
What You’ll Do
As Interim Director, you will play a pivotal role in rebuilding UYC by:
- Driving the vision and mission of UYC in collaboration with anchor organizations.
- Leading impactful campaigns to end the school-to-prison pipeline and promote equitable school policies.
- Supporting youth leaders through training, leadership development, and political education.
- Managing coalition operations, including communication, fundraising, and strategic partnerships.
- Developing a strategic plan, hiring a lead organizer, and establishing a Steering Committee.
Who We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with:
- 10+ years of grassroots organizing experience, with a strong focus on youth leadership.
- Proven success in coalition-building and campaign coordination.
- A track record of managing staff, budgets, and fundraising efforts.
- A commitment to social justice and a passion for empowering young leaders.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to drive projects from inception to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Advance UYC’s mission by assessing external political conditions and driving coalition efforts.
- Coordinate youth-led campaigns, including strategy development, research, and public advocacy.
- Oversee leadership development programs, including UYC’s annual Youth Organizing Institute.
- Strengthen partnerships with allied organizations to maximize impact.
- Manage administrative tasks, including grant applications, financial oversight, and team development.
Why Join UYC?
This role is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of youth-led organizing in New York City. You will work alongside passionate youth leaders and dedicated member organizations, tackling systemic injustices and driving meaningful change.
How to Apply
To apply, please send the following to search@universalpartnership.org by January 17, 2025:
- A 1-2 page cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications.
- Your resume.
- 3-5 references who can speak to your experience and leadership abilities.
Timeline
- Application Deadline: January 17, 2025
- Hiring Decision: Mid-February 2025
- Tentative Start Date: March 1, 2025
Join us in creating a movement that empowers youth and transforms public education. Apply today!
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Our beloved mother, Monsura “Mukti” Mohiuddin was the eldest daughter of Sabera Rahman & the father of the Bangladeshi Independence Movement, Mashiur “Jadu Miah” Rahman. Her name Mukti means liberation in Bengali. She was a former Member of Parliament who served & fought for poor people both as a historically elected official & as a citizen.
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