News From Rural Migrant Ministry!!

Here at Rural & Migrant Ministry we have been blessed and honored to have in our employ a vast array of people who are dedicated to social justice and passionate about our Mission.

One of these people is Librada Paz, our Western New York Office Interim-Coordinator. Librada jumped in when we needed her and has done an amazing job of keeping farmworker justice issues in the spotlight.

Librada will be leaving our employ but will continue to serve on our Board of Directors.

It is with both sadness and good wishes that we say ''Thank you y Dios te cuide in everything you do.'

As a result of Librada's departure we are seeking a new

Coordinator. Please see below.

Rural and Migrant Ministry

Coordinator (part time)
Job Opening
December 1, 2008

Rural and Migrant Ministry(RMM) is looking for a progressive individual to direct
RMM's programs and organizational development in the western part of New York.

This position is based in Brockport, NY (RMM's main office is in Poughkeepsie) and is for twenty hours a week (flexible schedule)

Working with RMM's Western New York Board of Directors and RMM's Executive Director, the position has the following Responsibilities:

Serve as a catalyst for the development of a farmworker organizing committee.
Strengthen the participation of a broad coalition of allies to participate in accompaniment. Primary activities include outreach, education, networking, and relationship building with a strong focus on communities of faith but also including students and the labor community among others.
Coordinate educational programming and events including presentations, forums, workshops, conferences, experiential learning opportunities that bring together diverse communities
Coordinate the fundraising activities of RMM in WNY by working alongside the Executive Director, and the Board of Directors
Supervise and coordinate volunteers and interns.
Oversee the management of facilities and vehicles in WNY.
Provide administrative management of the WNY operation by working in coordination with RMM's Managing Director.

Requirements of the position include:

· Experience in managing a program
· Bilingual in Spanish and English (a must)
· Strong experience and interest working with faith communities
· Able to work irregular hours including frequent travel
· Work experience and a strong commitment to social change process
· Excellent interpersonal, networking, and organizing skills
· Self-motivated with excellent writing and speaking skills
· Computer literate
· Drivers license

Please send a letter of introduction and resume to:
The Rev. Richard Witt, Executive Director
PO BOX 4757
Poughkeepsie, NY 12602

Volunteers Needed

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