Assistant Director of Policy Advocacy Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

Assistant Director of Policy Advocacy RICARES Providence, RI Job Details Full-time $62,000 – $72,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Microsoft PowerPoint Bilingual Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Certified Recovery Specialist Public speaking Microsoft Office Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Legislation Organizational skills Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Role Overview:

An enthusiastic and dedicated professional to advocate for policies supporting addiction recovery and represent our recovery community organization. This entry-level position combines grassroots advocacy, community engagement, and policy research to advance recovery-friendly legislation and programs.

Key Responsibilities:

Advocacy & Policy Work:

Track local, state, and national legislation affecting the recovery community Attend legislative sessions and committee hearings Prepare written testimony and public comments Build relationships with elected officials and their staff Support the development of policy positions and advocacy strategies Help coordinate advocacy days and legislative visits Document policy developments and maintain issue tracking systems

Community Engagement:

Engage with people in recovery to gather input on policy priorities Support recovery community members in sharing their stories Organize community education events about policy issues Create accessible materials explaining complex policy issues Build coalitions with allied organizations Participate in recovery community meetings and events Support grassroots advocacy campaigns

Communications:

Write advocacy alerts and call-to-action materials Draft letters to legislators and decision-makers Help develop fact sheets and position papers Assist with newsletter content and advocacy updates . Support communications about advocacy victories and challenges

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Strong Microsoft Office skills required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Certified Peer Recovery Specialist or equivalent Lived experience in recovery preferred (personal or family) Strong written and verbal communication skills Basic understanding of legislative processes Comfort with public speaking Ability to work some evenings/weekends for community events Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications? Knowledge of recovery support services and programs Experience in community organizing or grassroots advocacy Familiarity with addiction policy and recovery advocacy Understanding of health policy and healthcare systems Experience working with diverse communities Bilingual skills

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and move items up to 25 pounds Extended periods of computer work Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for events Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally