Alaska Institute for Justice (AIJ) is a non-profit organization headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska.  Our mission is to protect the human rights of Alaskans.  AIJ includes three programs: Alaska Immigration Justice Project dedicated to providing legal representation to Alaska’s immigrant and refugee communities; Language Interpreter Center dedicated to training bilingual Alaskans to work as interpreters and provide an interpreter referral service; and Climate Justice Research and Policy Institute focused on climate justice issues to inform public policy at the local, national and international level. AIJ is committed to equity and justice and fostering a team work environment.

About the Position

The successful candidate plays a critical role to help coordinate AIJ’s work to forge meaningful relationships with Alaska Native communities and advocate for climate justice. The successful candidate will help coordinate the work of a small team of AIJ staff working with tribal communities to elevate Alaska Native voices and priorities through community-based environmental monitoring of permafrost thaw and flooding and climate justice policy development. This is an excellent role for a person who is passionate about justice, equity and decolonizing the systems that are responsible for the climate crisis.  Work responsibilities include:

• Work with Climate Justice Program Coordinator to coordinate culturally-appropriate community meetings, workshops, and trainings with partnering Alaska Native communities, including arranging travel and workshop logistics. 
• Conduct research and assist with writing reports and developing presentations with Alaska Native communities to document environmental change and climate adaptation work. 
• Work with Climate Justice Program Coordinator to produce visually attractive project information and summaries.

Position Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in ethnic studies, environmental studies, or a related field that includes experience working with Alaska Native communities. 
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of Alaska Native cultures, histories and government relations, including concepts of sovereignty and self-determination.
• Able to work independently, collaboratively and creatively to find solutions to challenges.
• Highly organized, attentive to detail, and results-oriented.    

Salary:        $50,000-$60,000 with a generous benefits package

        The Alaska Institute for Justice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

        Position open until filled

To apply submit a cover letter referencing this position and the applicant’s philosophy about climate justice and Alaska Native tribal sovereignty, a resume, a writing sample and the names and contact numbers for three professional-related references electronically to:

Robin Bronen

Executive Director

Alaska Institute for Justice

robin.bronen@akijp.org