LULAC
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 03-2025
OPEN : October 15, 2025
CLOSES : October 30, 2025
Position Title : Research and Policy Coordinator
Location: Washington, DC
Classification : Exempt- Salary
Reports to : Director of Research and Policy
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org .
Essential Duties : The Research and Policy Coordinator (RPC) serves as a key leader in advancing the LULAC Institute’s policy agenda through research-driven advocacy and strategic fellowship oversight. Reporting to the National Director of Research & Policy, the RPC manages and aligns the workstreams of LULAC’s Research and Policy Fellows across core issue areas— including immigration, health, education, civil rights, and economic justice. The RPC provides strategic direction, editorial oversight, and quality assurance for policy outputs, while serving as the central hub for coordination across all policy initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate the daily work and long-term projects of Research and Policy Interns and Fellows, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and timelines.
Lead grant-related activities, including identifying funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and supporting submission processes.
Plan and execute logistics and content for LULAC’s Annual National Legislative Conference and National Convention, including agenda development, speaker coordination, briefing packets, run-of-show, and cross-team operations.
Review and edit grant proposals, policy memos, concept papers, and advocacy letters to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with policy priorities.
Oversee multiple concurrent research initiatives and serve as quality-control lead for all externally facing policy documents.
Conduct in-depth research on legislative and regulatory issues affecting LULAC Institute’s core focus areas.
Serve as liaison between Interns and Fellows and the National Director of Research & Policy, providing progress updates, identifying needs, and supporting professional growth.
Collaborate with congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, corporations, and nonprofit partners to advance LULAC Institute’s policy agenda.
Monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments relevant to institutional priorities.
Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations for senior leadership, partners, and external stakeholders.
Represent LULAC Institute at meetings, conferences, and forums, contributing to national policy discussions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong understanding of policy and legislative processes, including state and federal governmental structures, intergovernmental relationships, legislative procedures, and relevant terminology.
Demonstrated experience managing projects or small teams in a policy, research, or advocacy setting.
Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to mentor others in producing persuasive, accurate, and technically sound materials.
Fluency in oral and written communication in both English and Spanish, with advanced proficiency in drafting documents, presentations, and policy content.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for advanced formatting, slide design, templates, and long-form document management.
Skilled in Canva and related design tools for layout, branding, and export-ready assets (PDF, web, and print).
Familiarity with research platforms such as Google Scholar, PubMed, LexisNexis, the U.S. Census Bureau, CDC, and Grants.gov, with the ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize essential information and data.
Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas and findings clearly and effectively across English and Spanish contexts.
Supervisor Duties : This position delivers steady guidance, hands-on mentorship, and clear project coordination and supervision for Research and Policy Interns and Fellows.
Required Education and Experience:
Education : Bachelors Degree or equivalent of 5 years of directly related work experience.
Experience : Minimum of five years of related work experience in research and/or public policy.
Work Status : United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required
Salary Range : $ 70,000/year All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org .
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 03-2025
OPEN : October 15, 2025
CLOSES : October 30, 2025
Position Title : Research and Policy Coordinator
Location: Washington, DC
Classification : Exempt- Salary
Reports to : Director of Research and Policy
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org .
Essential Duties : The Research and Policy Coordinator (RPC) serves as a key leader in advancing the LULAC Institute’s policy agenda through research-driven advocacy and strategic fellowship oversight. Reporting to the National Director of Research & Policy, the RPC manages and aligns the workstreams of LULAC’s Research and Policy Fellows across core issue areas— including immigration, health, education, civil rights, and economic justice. The RPC provides strategic direction, editorial oversight, and quality assurance for policy outputs, while serving as the central hub for coordination across all policy initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate the daily work and long-term projects of Research and Policy Interns and Fellows, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and timelines.
Lead grant-related activities, including identifying funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and supporting submission processes.
Plan and execute logistics and content for LULAC’s Annual National Legislative Conference and National Convention, including agenda development, speaker coordination, briefing packets, run-of-show, and cross-team operations.
Review and edit grant proposals, policy memos, concept papers, and advocacy letters to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with policy priorities.
Oversee multiple concurrent research initiatives and serve as quality-control lead for all externally facing policy documents.
Conduct in-depth research on legislative and regulatory issues affecting LULAC Institute’s core focus areas.
Serve as liaison between Interns and Fellows and the National Director of Research & Policy, providing progress updates, identifying needs, and supporting professional growth.
Collaborate with congressional offices, federal agencies, think tanks, corporations, and nonprofit partners to advance LULAC Institute’s policy agenda.
Monitor and track legislative and regulatory developments relevant to institutional priorities.
Prepare briefing materials, reports, and presentations for senior leadership, partners, and external stakeholders.
Represent LULAC Institute at meetings, conferences, and forums, contributing to national policy discussions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong understanding of policy and legislative processes, including state and federal governmental structures, intergovernmental relationships, legislative procedures, and relevant terminology.
Demonstrated experience managing projects or small teams in a policy, research, or advocacy setting.
Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to mentor others in producing persuasive, accurate, and technically sound materials.
Fluency in oral and written communication in both English and Spanish, with advanced proficiency in drafting documents, presentations, and policy content.
Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint for advanced formatting, slide design, templates, and long-form document management.
Skilled in Canva and related design tools for layout, branding, and export-ready assets (PDF, web, and print).
Familiarity with research platforms such as Google Scholar, PubMed, LexisNexis, the U.S. Census Bureau, CDC, and Grants.gov, with the ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize essential information and data.
Strong communication skills, capable of articulating complex ideas and findings clearly and effectively across English and Spanish contexts.
Supervisor Duties : This position delivers steady guidance, hands-on mentorship, and clear project coordination and supervision for Research and Policy Interns and Fellows.
Required Education and Experience:
Education : Bachelors Degree or equivalent of 5 years of directly related work experience.
Experience : Minimum of five years of related work experience in research and/or public policy.
Work Status : United States Citizen or Permanent Resident Required
Salary Range : $ 70,000/year All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org .
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
LULAC
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-02-2025
OPEN : Continuous until Position Filled
Position Title : Development Fundraiser Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: CEO
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org .
Essential Functions: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Development Fundraising Manager (DFM) holds a crucial role in developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies to support our organization's mission. This position involves managing relationships with donors, planning and executing fundraising events, and utilizing various marketing tools to maximize outreach and engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for nonprofit work, and a proven track record in fundraising.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising plans that align with the organization’s
Plan, organize, and manage fundraising events from concept to
Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and volunteers to enhance engagement and support.
Utilize and/or implement CRM software for data collection, relationship management, and tracking donor interactions.
Write compelling grant proposals and funding requests to secure financial support from foundations and government entities.
Conduct research on potential funding sources and maintain databases of
Implement digital marketing strategies including email marketing campaigns using platforms like Mailchimp or similar to reach potential donors.
Oversee budgeting for fundraising initiatives ensuring efficient allocation of
Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance public relations efforts through social media management and other communication channels.
Provide leadership in volunteer management, ensuring effective training and engagement of volunteers during events.
Skills
Strong event planning capabilities with experience in events
Proficient in digital marketing
Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure sponsorships and
Experience in proposal writing for grants and funding
Knowledge of nonprofit management principles including 501(c) (3&4) laws is a
Strong analytical skills for data collection and research related to fundraising
Proven ability in strategic planning to align fundraising activities with organizational
Familiarity with budgeting processes within a nonprofit
Fundraiser experience or background in fundraising is This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference through effective fundraising initiatives while working within a dynamic team environment dedicated to advancing our mission.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years minimum fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position may at times require frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org .
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: JA-02-2025
OPEN : Continuous until Position Filled
Position Title : Development Fundraiser Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Reports to: CEO
Organization: The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) is a non-profit organization and serves as the nation’s largest and oldest civil rights volunteer-based organization that empowers Hispanic Americans and builds strong Latino communities. Headquartered in Washington, DC, with over 1,000 councils around the United States and Puerto Rico, LULAC’s programs, services and advocacy address the most important issues for Latinos, meeting critical needs of today and the future. For more information, visit www.LULAC.org .
Essential Functions: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Development Fundraising Manager (DFM) holds a crucial role in developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies to support our organization's mission. This position involves managing relationships with donors, planning and executing fundraising events, and utilizing various marketing tools to maximize outreach and engagement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for nonprofit work, and a proven track record in fundraising.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising plans that align with the organization’s
Plan, organize, and manage fundraising events from concept to
Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and volunteers to enhance engagement and support.
Utilize and/or implement CRM software for data collection, relationship management, and tracking donor interactions.
Write compelling grant proposals and funding requests to secure financial support from foundations and government entities.
Conduct research on potential funding sources and maintain databases of
Implement digital marketing strategies including email marketing campaigns using platforms like Mailchimp or similar to reach potential donors.
Oversee budgeting for fundraising initiatives ensuring efficient allocation of
Collaborate with the marketing team to enhance public relations efforts through social media management and other communication channels.
Provide leadership in volunteer management, ensuring effective training and engagement of volunteers during events.
Skills
Strong event planning capabilities with experience in events
Proficient in digital marketing
Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure sponsorships and
Experience in proposal writing for grants and funding
Knowledge of nonprofit management principles including 501(c) (3&4) laws is a
Strong analytical skills for data collection and research related to fundraising
Proven ability in strategic planning to align fundraising activities with organizational
Familiarity with budgeting processes within a nonprofit
Fundraiser experience or background in fundraising is This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about making a difference through effective fundraising initiatives while working within a dynamic team environment dedicated to advancing our mission.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years minimum fundraising experience
Proven success in securing foundation and individual donor support
Well-developed writing, interpersonal and organizational
Work Environment: This job operates in a typical office setting. This position routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a permanent full-time position. This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.
Travel Requirements: This position may at times require frequent travel throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.
Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000/year
Commensurate according to years of experience. All employees must meet a 6-month probationary period. Continuation of this position after one year is dependent on the successful candidate meeting jointly determined performance goals.
Benefits:
Accrual of 8 hours of sick time and 8 hours of vacation time per month
11 Paid Federal Holidays
Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance available for enrollment
Retirement Plan
How to Apply: Candidates should submit their resume demonstrating qualifications, education and work experience required for the position. All applications must be submitted electronically to jobs@lulac.org by 5:00pm EST on the closing date. Any questions may be directed via email to the Human Resource Officer at jobs@lulac.org .
LULAC is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LULAC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LULAC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
