Coordinator, Youth Advocacy and Student Programs

Planned Parenthood Federation of America

. Mobilize young people and communities to support access to sexual and reproductive health care services and information .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSmithtown • New York • United StatesEntry Level💰 $28 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in community organizing, advocacy, and coalition building, with a strong emphasis on mobilizing youth and managing advocacy programs. Proficient in project coordination and effective communication, with a focus on legislative processes and public affairs.

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Community OrganizingAdvocacy ManagementCoalition BuildingProject CoordinationBilingual in Spanish

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Hard Skills

Political StudiesPublic PolicyLegislative ProcessVoter EngagementCanvassingPhone BankingPresentation DevelopmentYouth AdvocacyStudent Volunteer ManagementEvent Organization

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationTact in Diverse EnvironmentsIndependent Work

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Industry Keywords

Sexual HealthReproductive HealthAdvocacy ProgramsCommunity EngagementPlanned Parenthood

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Mobilize young people and communities to support access to sexual and reproductive health care services and information
Identify key constituencies and develop and conduct mobilizing strategies
Manage student advocacy programs for high schools and colleges/universities
Manage and supervise Planned Parenthood Generation Action programs
Serve as PPHP’s liaison with PPFA regarding youth advocacy efforts
Support college campus outreach events
Manage high school advocacy and student volunteer activities, including canvassing and phone banks
Organize the annual Youth Lobby event
Participate in community outreach and engagement events
Manage advocacy and organizing projects, including voter engagement and legislative campaigns
Build collaborative partnerships with allied organizations and coalitions
Represent PPHP at meetings, coalitions, and task forces
Assist in developing the annual Advocacy & Government Relations work plan
Collaborate with Communications, Development, Education and Training, and other departments on special events
Develop and conduct presentations about legislation, policy, and advocacy
Support the Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Action Fund as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in political studies/public policy, social work, or related area
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience with community organizing, political campaigns, coalition building, and/or legislative process, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Demonstrated verbal, written, project coordination, and community organizing skills
Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred
Ability to utilize technology, such as databases and websites, to further public affairs goals
Experience and demonstrated tact in working with diverse staff, volunteers, and community representatives
Able to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Voluntary benefits
May be eligible for paid maternity leave after one year of employment
Quarterly bonus program
401(k) plan with a match