Policy & Advocacy Fellow

Background:
The Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) is a statewide, immigrant and
refugee-led collaboration. Our mission is to build power, amplify our voices, and organize
communities to advocate for our rights. Our vision is a stronger, more inclusive Tennessee
where people of all nationalities, immigration statuses, and racial identities can belong and
thrive.

Fellowship Description:
The Policy & Advocacy Fellow will work closely with our policy and advocacy team to drive our
statewide advocacy initiatives forward. The fellow will be actively involved in conducting
comprehensive policy research, creating engaging community education materials, and
contributing to the strategic planning of policy campaigns. This fellowship offers valuable
opportunities to develop skills and gain experience in political education, legislative campaign
planning, community outreach, and the intersection of community organizing and policy.

We are seeking an innovative and self-driven individual who demonstrates a strong commitment
to social justice, advocacy, and positive change. The ideal candidate will possess great
analytical skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and a passion for community engagement.
This fellowship is designed for someone who is eager to learn, and adaptable to changing
political landscapes.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct background research on elected officials' and candidates' positions on

immigration issues and other relevant policy areas; identify key partners for building
coalitions around policy campaigns;

• Draft policy briefs, reports, and other written materials to support TIRRC's advocacy

efforts;

• Coordinate and facilitate community forums and workshops to educate and engage

community members on relevant issues;

• Support the development and implementation of grassroots advocacy campaigns;
• Assist TIRRC education and organizing staff in creating community-based curriculum,

outreach materials, and strategies that engage directly affected community members in
developing policy agendas and encourage civic participation;

• Support the scheduling of meetings and presentations with community members,

partners, and outside groups;

• Participate in communications training and media events;

• Collaborate with the communications team to create content for social media,

newsletters, and other outreach materials;

• Assist with civic engagement efforts leading up to local, state, and federal elections;
• Attend meetings and events related to TIRRC campaigns and networks; provide

send a cover letter and resume to jobs@tnimmigrant.org. Please detail why you
think you are the right candidate for this position and organization, addressing the points listed
above and highlighting your experience working in immigrant communities and your knowledge
as it relates to the fellowship. No phone inquiries. The position will remain open until filled.