Housing Equity Associate
Core
Support the Office of the New York City Public Advocate in advancing equitable housing policy and community-centered advocacy initiatives.
Role type
Associate (policy research, community engagement, and rapid response)
Builds
Citywide advocacy initiatives and policy recommendations for housing equity
Domain
Public policy / Urban studies / Housing
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Policy research, stakeholder engagement, community organizing, issue monitoring, written briefing, rapid response coordination
Preferred skills
Knowledge of NYC housing policy, familiarity with NYC government structures, bilingual proficiency, driver's license
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Build relationships with community organizations and tenant associations; Represent the Office at community meetings and hearings; Monitor media and legislative developments on housing policy; Conduct research and draft briefings and memoranda; Coordinate rapid response efforts during housing emergencies; Track ongoing housing crises and contribute to strategic responses
Seniority
Individual Contributor (Associate level)