Advocacy Manager

Advocacy Manager

The Health Trust (THT) is committed to advancing health equity in Silicon Valley, serving Santa Clara and Northern San Benito Counties. Our goal is to change systems so that all people have access to the resources and opportunities needed to lead healthy, thriving lives. We do that by tackling the physical, political, social, and systemic barriers to health and directly fund and advocate for solutions that respond to both emerging community needs and drive systemic change.

As a Funder, Advocate, and Catalyst, we work to ensure all residents can thrive, regardless of income, immigration status, race, gender, age, or socioeconomic status.

What You’ll Do:

• Support and execute advocacy strategies for equitable health policies
• Build partnerships with community groups, coalitions, and decision-makers
• Track legislation and identify opportunities for impact
• Translate complex issues into compelling messages and campaigns
• Support grassroots engagement and community-led initiatives
• Identify when it is appropriate for The Health Trust to be a strong advocate in policy or system change proposals
• Represent THT in meetings, events, and policy discussions

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years in advocacy, policy, public health, or community engagement
• Strong understanding of health equity and systems change
• Excellent communication and coalition-building skills
• Knowledge of community organizing and/or power building
• Strategic, creative thinker who thrives in fast-moving environment
• Commitment to uplifting community voice

Compensation: 85k - 95k

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Apply today:

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

• Non-profit Organization Management

Location:

San Jose, CA