Senior Program Associate, Advancing Universal Representation

Vera Institute of Justice(14 days ago)

HybridFull TimeSenior$92,000 - $95,000Advocacy and Policy

About this role

The role involves supporting the advancement of universal legal representation programs for immigrants facing deportation, focusing on policy advocacy, program management, and stakeholder engagement. The position aims to promote fair immigration practices and eliminate detention practices through strategic partnerships, research, and advocacy efforts.

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Required Skills

Legal Analysis
Policy Advocacy
Stakeholder Engagement
Research
Public Speaking
Legislation
Program Management
Coalition Building
Legal Writing
Community Outreach

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree
4+ years of relevant experience
Legal or policy work experience
Immigration legal experience

About Vera Institute of Justice

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Vera Institute of Justice is an independent, nonpartisan research and policy organization that partners with government and civic leaders to build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen communities. Vera conducts rigorous research, provides technical assistance, pilots and scales policy reforms, and advocates for data-driven alternatives to unnecessary incarceration. Its work spans policing, courts, prisons, reentry, and immigration detention with a focus on equity, reducing racial disparities, and practical solutions that can be implemented at local, state, and national levels.

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