Incorporated in 1971, the Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants is the oldest statewide public housing tenants’ organization in the nation. We are a non-profit run by tenants for tenants and our mission is to preserve and improve public housing across the state. We believe that those most impacted by a problem should play a leading role in solving it. We are a union of Local tenant Organizations and we are growing fast! We have a newly created part-time contract position available for a Tenant Organizer who will work closely with the Director of Organizing to build power for public housing tenants in our growing network by:
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- Supervising a small cohort of public housing resident leaders who provide peer-to-peer support for other residents.
- Supporting tenant leadership development.
- Developing a system for network check-ins to help inform policy.
- Learning and understanding BHA policies for elections and grievance filing.
- Tracking resident and Local Tenant Organizations’ engagements in Salesforce.
- Speaking at tenant meetings and other venues as needed.
- Performing administrative functions to ensure contract and grant compliance.
- Mobilizing tenants to take active roles in the local, citywide, and state-wide campaigns and attending relevant campaign events such as press conferences, trainings, meetings, hearings, and demonstrations.
- Developing and assisting in outreach which can include going door to door, mass mailing, or specific area postings.
The initial contract will focus predominantly on organizing in Boston and last through October 2024. Pending funding, the role and geographic focus will be extended. The role is hybrid.
How To Apply
Send a thoughtful cover letter and resume to HR-MassUnion@insourceservices.com.
Questions? Call 617.825.9750.