About Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA)

Chinese for Affirmative Action was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. 

At the grassroots level, our community building work nurtures the ability of immigrants to participate fully in civic life. These activities include direct services, leadership development, and civic engagement with limited-English proficient newcomers and immigrants on issues that impact our community. At the systemic level, CAA leads advocacy, communications, and movement building work to improve public policy and shape public discourse. We produce community-based research, publish policy analyses and recommendations, influence opinion through media, organize to engage elected and government officials, and nurture a range of progressive coalitions.

In 2014, CAA helped to launch the Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) network that focuses on long-term movement building, capacity infrastructure, and leadership support for Asian Americans committed to social justice. Including CAA, there are currently 11 partnering member groups with unique strengths.  Fiscal sponsorship, administrative, and operational support is provided centrally for all of these groups so they can focus on their core programs. 

In 2020, CAA was one of the founding organizations of Stop AAPI Hate (SAH), a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). SAH strives to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

With local offices anchored at its San Francisco Chinatown headquarters, CAA provides direct services and maintains an active State policy presence through an office and partnership in Sacramento, and statewide and national advocacy through English and Chinese-language strategic communications and a variety of active relationships with allies.

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and energetic individual with fundraising, development or administrative experience, and a deep commitment to CAA’s mission and values.

Reporting to CAA’s Development Director, and working closely with the Development Manager, the Development Coordinator (DC) is a key member of the Development team, coordinating and implementing CAA’s annual and long-term fundraising objectives. The DC will wear many hats, touching all aspects of fundraising from prospect research and database management to events planning and donor stewardship. Plus, the Development Coordinator will play an integral role in donor communications through direct mail, email and various social media platforms. 

In addition to the Development team, the DC collaborates with the AACRE capacity team (specifically Finance and IT/Donor Systems Management) and CAA staff, primarily with the communications team and to a lesser extent advocacy, policy, and direct services program teams. The Development team works in office several days/week depending on activities and meeting schedules. 

The successful candidate for the CAA Development Coordinator position is a flexible self-starter who can thrive in both collaborative and independent work settings; has the ability to prioritize and execute efficiently on multiple projects; and can communicate effectively. In addition, they have sound judgment and discretion. 

A non-exempt position, the CAA Development Coordinator is an entry level hybrid position and requires working at CAA’s San Francisco office at least part-time. Must live in the San Francisco Bay Area or be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

Donor Engagement

• Assist with planning and execution of all donor engagement events
• Coordinate with vendors and consultants to carry out engagement activities
• Manage RSVPs and donor communication for events
• Support development and implementation of volunteer staffing plans for events
• Track budget and expenses

Donor Stewardship

• Provide follow-up and support to any donor queries
• Coordinate and execute mailings and communications to donors using snail mail, Every Action, social media or other modes of communication
• Support development of fundraising and donor engagement assets
• Perform prospect research as assigned

Gift Processing and Database Management

• Coordinate with the AACRE capacity team to ensure timely donation tracking and gift acknowledgement
• Maintain donor and prospect databases
• Organize reports and prepare data for list reviews
• Track fundraising metrics 

Other Duties 

• Perform administrative duties as required for position 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization 
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in development or a related field (e.g., finance, communications)
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel
• Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines, and achieve goals
• Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly and respond professionally to requests
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people.
• Outstanding communication skills and exceptional attention to detail and follow through
• Ability to manage projects and events a plus
• Experience working for a nonprofit organization a plus
• Knowledge of database systems such as Salesforce a plus
• Knowledge of platforms such as EveryAction a plus
• Fluency in Mandarin/Cantonese a plus
• Ability to work from 9am to 5pm and occasional evenings and weekends

How To Apply

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to http://bit.ly/4g93v1R. In your cover letter, please address the following questions:  What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work and/or life experience so far, and why? For more information about CAA, please visit www.caasf.org. 

CAA shares fiscal sponsorship with Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality. Staff hired by CAA will be employees of AACRE.

AACRE is committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination and a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.  Women, people of color, immigrants, queer and trans people, individuals with conviction and arrest records, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Please visit https://caasf.org/jobs for the most updated job description and if the position is still open.

Position: Policy Advocate
Reports to: Policy Manager
Supervising Duties: No
Position Type: Full Time
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Location: Hybrid (must be in Bay Area for in-person work events)
Salary range: $65,000-$77,500 per year, dependent on relevant experience and internal equity considerations.

Apply here!

About Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA)
Chinese for Affirmative Action was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. 

At the grassroots level, our community building work nurtures the ability of immigrants to participate fully in civic life. These activities include direct services, leadership development, and civic engagement with limited-English proficient newcomers and immigrants on issues that impact our community. At the systemic level, CAA leads advocacy, communications, and movement building work to improve public policy and shape public discourse. We produce community-based research, publish policy analyses and recommendations, influence opinion through media, organize to engage elected and government officials, and nurture a range of progressive coalitions.

In 2014, CAA helped to launch the Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) network that focuses on long-term movement building, capacity infrastructure, and leadership support for Asian Americans committed to social justice. Including CAA, there are currently 11 partnering member groups with unique strengths.  Fiscal sponsorship, administrative, and operational support is provided centrally for all of these groups so they can focus on their core programs. 

In 2020, CAA was one of the founding organizations of Stop AAPI Hate (SAH), a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). SAH strives to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

Position Overview 
The Policy Advocate plays a vital role in supporting the Policy Team at CAA, which is responsible for advancing the organization’s policy portfolio in language access, immigrant rights, community safety and justice, economic justice, and education equity. This position supports the Policy Team through research, collaborating with CAA staff, and participating in local advocacy efforts in San Francisco. The Policy Advocate is a policy generalist with an understanding of CAA’s policy positions and is responsible for executing discrete projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Advocacy

• Research and prepare policy analyses, reports, and recommendations on CAA’s core issue areas
• Develop and adapt policy content for community education and external communications purposes
• Collaborate with staff to help draft local legislation and public policies and to develop community-based advocacy strategies to implement them
• Support the implementation of local advocacy campaigns, including attending and developing talking points for meetings, rallies, and/or hearings with community members and government agencies or officials
• Support community engagement initiatives including participating in local coalitions and collaboratives
• Support the Policy Manager in maintaining and updating CAA’s comprehensive tracker on support/opposition positions
• Execute on internal and external policy-related projects as determined by the Policy Manager
• Represent CAA in external communications, including community meetings, public hearings, in traditional and digital media, and other spaces 

Grant, Contract and Financial Management

• Support administration of contracts/grants, including tracking assisting with the preparation of reports for compliance purposes

Organizational Support

• Support the planning, coordination, and staffing of CAA events, cross-program and organization-wide, such as community workshops, outreach opportunities, leadership development training meetings, and CAA-wide events
• Contribute to fundraising and development activities for the organization as needed

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission, values, aspirations of CAA
• Ability to represent CAA’s values, positions and framing on policy issues 
• Experience working on local policy issues impacting AAPI communities in San Francisco and/or the Bay Area.
• Experience with policy writing and policy analysis
• Superb written and oral communications skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills 
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a timely manner
• Proactive, self-motivated problem solver who can exercise sound judgment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to work effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders
• Quick learner who is flexible and adaptable to diverse tasks and environments
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Google suite

Position: Stop AAPI Hate Data and Research Coordinator
Organization: Chinese for Affirmative Action
Salary: $65,000-$89,900 annually
Hours: Full-time at 40 hours per week
FLSA status: Non-exempt
Location: Remote
Reports to: Data Analyst & Visualization Developer
Deadline: January 10, 2025
Posting: December 2, 2024

Position Overview 

The national coalition Stop AAPI Hate (SAH) seeks a Data and Research Coordinator who is passionate about social justice and using data and research to enact positive change. Reporting to the Data Analyst & Visualization Developer, this position will support a range of functions across the Data and Research team to shed light on anti-Asian American and anti-Pacific Islander racism and ways to address it.

As a member of the coding team, the SAH Data and Research Coordinator will be responsible for coding anti-Asian American and anti-Pacific Islander (anti-AA/PI) hate acts submitted to SAH’s reporting center and ensuring coding is consistent with established guidelines. This position will receive, track, and respond to internal and external data requests and perform ad-hoc analyses of reported hate acts. The SAH Data and Research Coordinator will also coordinate the rollout of reports, briefs, and engagement with community partners, and support the Data & Research team’s administrative operations.

The SAH Data and Research Coordinator is a non-exempt position (entitled to overtime pay) 

and fully remote with the option to work hybrid at CAA’s San Francisco office if desired. Though subject to change, Stop AAPI Hate team members are expected to participate in periodic staff gatherings, primarily in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Key Responsibilities

Data Collection and Analysis

• Provide real-time monitoring of reports submitted to SAH’s reporting center and flag reports for rapid/crisis response
• Qualitatively code anti-AA/PI hate acts submitted to SAH’s reporting center
• Manage and fulfill internal and external requests for reporting center data 
• Support regular updates to SAH’s anti-AA/PI hate coding system 
• Perform standardized data cleaning and data quality tasks 
• Assist with the development of data tools (e.g., dashboards) for internal and external stakeholders

Research and Reporting

• Conduct academic literature searches and additional research as needed
• Provide general assistance with research projects, report writing, and presentations
• Fact check SAH communications involving hate act data
• Coordinate report briefings and events and manage logistics
• Coordinate translation projects (e.g., translation of research reports, translation of SAH’s reporting center form)
• Track citations and research outcomes

Administrative Duties

• Increase awareness of the SAH reporting center through community outreach support
• Provide administrative support for Data and Research team members such as scheduling meetings and processing contractor payments
• Perform thorough note-taking to document team meetings, research presentations, and discussions with research partners
• Manage and organize internal team drives and documents

Other Duties

• Contribute to fundraising and development activities such as attending funder events
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Stop AAPI Hate and Chinese for Affirmative Action, including a commitment to social justice, equity, and civic engagement
• Bachelor’s degree in social science, ethnic studies, public policy, public health, or related field, or equivalent combination of work experience and education
• 1-2 years of experience (may include coursework) with qualitative and quantitative social science research, including data collection, qualitative data coding, statistical analysis, and reporting
• Experience conducting academic literature searches
• Detail-oriented and excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a timely manner

• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with teammates and a diverse set of stakeholders and collaborators
• Flexible, self-starter, comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with Google Workspace (G Suite) and a desire to learn new skills and tools as needed
• Familiarity with data and research tools such as R, Tableau, Excel, and Dedoose (preferred)
• Experience working with Pacific Islander and/or South Asian communities (a plus)

Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.

About Stop AAPI Hate 

Stop AAPI Hate is a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). We strive to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

As the nation’s largest reporting center tracking anti-AAPI hate acts, our coalition publishes data insights and research findings to paint a vivid and nuanced picture of racism and other forms of bigotry as it is experienced by our communities. Leveraging our core strategies – Data & Research, Policy & Advocacy, Community Capacity Building, and Narrative Change – we drive progress across three distinct issue areas to create a safer, more equitable future for all. Learn more at https://stopaapihate.org. 

About Chinese for Affirmative Action

Chinese for Affirmative Action is one of the founding partners of Stop AAPI Hate and also serves as its fiscal sponsor. With a legacy of more than five decades of achievements in civil rights and community progress, CAA continues to be a leader in and on behalf of the broader Asian American community.  

CAA was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. Learn more at www.caasf.org. 

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

To Apply

Upload a resume and cover letter to our hiring platform, Gusto, by January 10, 2025. In the cover letter, respond to the following questions: What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work or life experience so far, and why? Applications received outside of Gusto and incomplete applications without cover letters and resumes will not be considered.

Stop AAPI Hate (SAH) is fiscally sponsored by Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA). Staff hired by SAH will be employees of CAA.

CAA is committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination and a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Women, people of color, immigrants, queer and trans people, individuals with conviction and arrest records, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Position: Research Manager
Organization: Chinese for Affirmative Action
Reports to: Director of Data & Research
Salary: $85,000-$109,900 annually
Position Type: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Remote
Deadline: January 10, 2025
Posting: December 2, 2024

Position Overview

The Research Manager is responsible for managing Stop AAPI Hate’s research projects on anti-Asian American and anti-Pacific Islander racism and ways to address it. The role manages each research project from scoping to release and plays an active role in the research process including research design, data collection, data analysis, and producing public-facing deliverables. The Research Manager establishes and manages research partnerships and supports the Coalition’s policy, advocacy, community care, and communications teams to leverage data and research to advance the Coalition’s goals. 

The ideal candidate has a strong social science research background, successful project management experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and is excited to work with a number of internal and external stakeholders.

The Research Manager role is an exempt position and fully remote with the option to work hybrid at CAA’s San Francisco office if desired. Though subject to change, Stop AAPI Hate team members are expected to participate in periodic staff gatherings, primarily in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Key Responsibilities

Research Project Management 

• Manage research collaborators, timeline, and workplan for Coalition research projects
• Oversee each individual research report’s process from scoping until release
• Identify, build and manage strong relationships with academics, research organizations, potential funders and community partners through conducting stakeholder analysis, maintaining regular communication 
• Develop engagement plans with stakeholders that include strategic communication with stakeholders and representing the organization for collaboration opportunities

• Oversee the management of program contracts and ensure compliance with funding and reporting requirements 
• Develop and manage budgets, negotiate funding and scope of work with specific contractors, monitor and report on progress and expenditures and ensure timely payments
• Contribute to Data & Research fundraising and development activities such as supporting grant proposals and identifying funding opportunities
• Manage vendors and contractors ensuring they meet project requirements and contractual compliance 
• Supervise research interns and fellows
• Assist in preparing and monitoring team budgets to ensure alignment with program and organizational goals

Research, Writing, and Dissemination 

• Play an active role in research, including study design, data collection, data analysis, and/or producing public-facing deliverables to communicate research findings 
• Collaborate with other SAH teams to identify and coordinate new ways to disseminate research, such as report briefs, infographics, webinars, and convenings

Research Support 

• Support SAH’s teams in leveraging data and research findings in their work and collaborate with team members to further the coalition’s vision and mission 
• Support analysis and sharing of the Coalition’s reporting center data
• Conduct literature reviews to inform evidence-based approaches to finding solutions for anti-AA/PI hate
• Provide technical research assistance to SAH teams, including assisting with research design, data analysis, and interpretation of findings

Organizational Leadership 

• Lead cross-functional teams, manage specific internal projects and serve on committees that influence the organization’s internal operations and culture 
• Actively contribute to organizational strategic initiative and/or governance through participating in strategic planning, environmental assessments, analysis and provision of recommendation leveraging experience and expertise

Other Duties

• Contribute to other fundraising and development activities for the organization as needed
• Perform administrative duties as required for position
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the mission and values of Stop AAPI Hate and Chinese for Affirmative Action, including a commitment to social justice, equity, and civic engagement
• 3-5 years of professional experience with quantitative and qualitative social science research techniques and research report writing
• Graduate degree in social science, ethnic studies, public policy, public health, or related field, or equivalent combination of work experience and education
• Demonstrated ability to design research, collect data, analyze data, write up findings, and publish results
• Demonstrated experience with project management, including building partnerships, creating project timelines, communicating with internal and external partners, monitoring progress, and ensuring high quality products and timely completion
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate data and research to non-technical audiences
• Experience with data and research tools such as R, Tableau, Excel, and Dedoose (preferred)
• Flexible, self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with teammates and a diverse set of stakeholders and collaborators
• Experience working with Pacific Islander and/or South Asian communities (a plus)

Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.

About Stop AAPI Hate 

Stop AAPI Hate is a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). We strive to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

As the nation’s largest reporting center tracking anti-AAPI hate acts, our coalition publishes data insights and research findings to paint a vivid and nuanced picture of racism and other forms of bigotry as it is experienced by our communities. Leveraging our core strategies – Data & Research, Policy & Advocacy, Strategic Communications, and Community Care – we drive progress across three distinct issue areas to create a safer, more equitable future for all. Learn more at https://stopaapihate.org. 

About Chinese for Affirmative Action

Chinese for Affirmative Action is one of the founding partners of Stop AAPI Hate and also serves as its fiscal sponsor. With a legacy of more than five decades of achievements in civil rights and community progress, CAA continues to be a leader in and on behalf of the broader Asian American community.  

CAA was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. Learn more at www.caasf.org. 

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

To Apply

Upload a resume, cover letter, and a single research-based writing sample to our hiring platform, Gusto, by January 10, 2025. In the cover letter, respond to the following questions: What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work or life experience so far, and why? The writing sample should be an existing report, article, or paper (if co-authored, please highlight your contributions). Cover letter and writing sample should be uploaded as one document.Applications received outside of Gusto and incomplete applications without cover letters, writing samples, and resumes will not be considered.

Stop AAPI Hate (SAH) is fiscally sponsored by Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA). Staff hired by SAH will be employees of CAA.

CAA is committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination and a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.  Women, people of color, immigrants, queer and trans people, individuals with conviction and arrest records, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.