Boston, MA: Director of Public Affairs and Field Services, Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance

Director of Public Affairs and Field Services
Company/Organization: MA Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA)
Location: BOSTON, MA, USA

Status: Full Time

Job Description
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS & FIELD SERVICES

The Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA) is an independent state agency dedicated to advocating for and improving rights & services for victims, witnesses, and their families in the aftermath of crime.

Job Summary:
The Director of Public Affairs and Field Services (PAFS) advances the overall mission of the agency by supporting comprehensive services for crime victims through enhanced training opportunities, collaboration, and relationship-building with survivors, service providers, and allied professionals across the state; analyzing and promoting state and federal policy and legislative initiatives; increasing visibility and understanding of victim issues among policy makers, media, and the larger community; overseeing direct services and representing the voices, needs, and concerns of the victim/survivor community. Active member of agencys Management Team.

Job Responsibilities:
Management
Provide direct supervision to the Victim Services Coordinator, Policy Analyst/Legislative Liaison, and Outreach & Training Coordinator
Facilitate regular Team meetings and advance collaborative working relationships among team members
Participate on Management Team and serve as PAFS Team liaison
Promote efforts to understand and achieve cultural competence in all aspects of the agencys and teams work

Community Education/Awareness
Oversee the development of strategies to strengthen MOVA resource/referral network, enhance direct services to victims, and deepen collaborative connections with survivor and survivor organizations
Direct community education initiatives including newsletter, website, and presentations
Coordinate ongoing maintenance and upgrades of MOVA website
Review and edit office publications
Participate in identifying and addressing policy needs and priorities
Oversee development of public events and trainings, including the annual Victim Rights Conference
Assist with revising and drafting public remarks and talking points for MOVA Executive Director and Board
Manage media relations and develop long-term media plan

Community Relations/Field Services
Represent MOVA in interagency initiatives and meetings, events, and other forums
Facilitate and promote collaboration and coordination of services
Oversee and help organize focus groups, legislative breakfasts, survivor forums, etc.
Assist in problem-solving and provision of direct services to victims as needed
Serve as point of contact for providers on outreach and service coordination issues

Requirements:
Relevant bachelors degree; master's preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Expertise in the victim services field, including knowledge of both community- and criminal justice- based services and survivor organizations. Experience in public relations, policy development outreach and training. Demonstrated ability to manage diverse projects and multiple demands. Effective supervisory experience within a team organizational structure. Familiarity with the legislative process, media relations, and website development and maintenance. Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills.

Terms of Employment:
Salary: commensurate with experience; please provide a minimum salary requirement
Full state benefits package, including health, dental/vision, & life insurance; generous vacation allowance; and retirement & educational benefits.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send a resume with cover letter including minimum salary requirements to:
Jennifer Grigoraitis, Chief of Staff, One Ashburton Place Suite 1101, Boston, MA 02108
or by email to: mova@state.ma.us by Monday, July 10th.

No calls please. MOVA is an equal opportunity employer. Bilingual, bicultural candidates are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information
Company/Organization: MA Office for Victim Assistance (MOVA)
Contact: Jennifer Grigoraitis
Address: One Ashburton Place
Suite 1101
Boston, MA, 02108