About Ceiba:

Ceiba is a non-profit organization in Philadelphia that promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to quality housing.

Role Overview:

The Program Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day coordination and activities of the Ceiba. This position is ideal for a person who is passionate about policy-making in the realm of civic engagement. This is an in-person position with limited flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination of meetings, communications, and logistics for civic engagement activities
• Support policy research and help monitor local, state, federal and in community developments
• Engage with community partners, residents, and stakeholders to gather input and foster collaboration
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, grant materials, and outreach materials
• Support administrative tasks related to Ceiba, the Ceiba Collective and its strategic priorities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, urban studies, nonprofit management, or a related field or 3 to 5 years of working experience in the field
• Interest in policy, advocacy, or community development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in diverse settings
• Knowledge of Philadelphia’s communities and civic landscape is a plus

Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to advancing economic and community development in Eastern North Philadelphia. This role offers room to lead, collaborate, and make meaningful impact.

The position is full-time and the salary range is $40,000–$50,000.

To Apply: Email your resume and a cover letter to info@ceibaphiladelphia.org with the subject line “Program Coordinator Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The changes mean that anyone, with any business activity, will have to pay BIRT starting in January 2026. This includes part time Uber drivers. These gig workers will now have to file a BIRT tax return for their business activities.

The briefing is provided by the Philadelphia Department of Commerce and the Philadelphia Dept of revenue. At the briefing, the City will provide information about how those with business activities can get FREE help with the filing of BIRT returns.

In addition to making sure that members of your team attend this important briefing, we encourage you to share information about this briefing with your clients.

Register here.

Informational flyer.

Ceiba, a coalition-building organization in Philadelphia, is seeking a Program Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to contributing to meaningful change in Eastern North Philadelphia through public policy, advocacy, and community development.

About Ceiba: Ceiba is a non-profit organization in Philadelphia that promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to quality housing.

Role Overview: The Program Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day coordination and activities of the Ceiba. This position is ideal for a person who is passionate about policy-making in the realm of civic engagement. This is an in-person position with limited flexibility for remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination of meetings, communications, and logistics for civic engagement activities
• Support policy research and help monitor local, state, federal and in community developments
• Engage with community partners, residents, and stakeholders to gather input and foster collaboration
• Contribute to the preparation of reports, grant materials, and outreach materials
• Support administrative tasks related to Ceiba, the Ceiba Collective and its strategic priorities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, urban studies, nonprofit management, or a related field or 3 to 5 years of working experience in the field
• Interest in policy, advocacy, or community development
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully in diverse settings
• Knowledge of Philadelphia’s communities and civic landscape is a plus

Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to advancing economic and community development in  Eastern North Philadelphia. This role offers room to lead, collaborate, and make meaningful impact.

To Apply: Email your resume and a cover letter to info@ceibaphiladelphia.org with the subject line “Program Coordinator Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ceiba, a Latino coalition-building organization in Philadelphia, is seeking a Manager of Collective Activities. That person will lead the strategic coordination of the Ceiba-Latino Equitable Development Collective (Ceiba-LEDC). This is an exciting opportunity to join a mission-driven organization working to advance economic development, housing access, and financial inclusion in Eastern North Philadelphia.

About Ceiba: Ceiba promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of Philadelphia’s low-income communities through collaborations, advocacy, and access to asset-building services. As the backbone of the Ceiba-Collective, we are at the forefront of collective impact for nonprofits in the region.

Role Overview: The Manager of Collective Activities will guide cross-sector partnerships, facilitate community-led strategies, and drive systemic change through advocacy, data-driven planning, and inclusive engagement. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and bilingual communicator with deep experience in advocacy, public policy, collective impact, and community development. This is an in-person position with some remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategy and coordination across Ceiba-Collective partner organizations
• Facilitate steering committee and working group meetings
• Maintain strong awareness of public policy matters affecting Eastern North Philadelphia
• Advance public policy advocacy aligned with community priorities
• Design and manage shared measurement systems
• Strengthen partnerships with residents, nonprofits, stakeholders, and policymakers
• Support grant writing and fundraising for collective initiatives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or 5–7 years of relevant experience in community organizing, public policy, or nonprofit management
• Experience in collective impact, coalition building, and advocacy
• Bilingual English and Spanish
• Strong facilitation, communication, and strategic planning skills
• Commitment to coalition building, civic engagement, and collective impact
• Familiarity with Philadelphia’s civic and policy landscape

Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to advancing economic and community development in Eastern North Philadelphia. This role offers room to lead, collaborate, and make meaningful impact.

To Apply: Email your resume and a cover letter to info@ceibaphiladelphia.org with the subject line “Manager of Collective Activities Application.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ceiba is seeking an Assistant Program Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to provide quality customer service and free income tax assistance to the community via the IRS’ Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program while contributing to meaningful change in Eastern North Philadelphia.

About Ceiba: Ceiba is a non-profit organization in Philadelphia that promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to quality housing.

Role Overview: As the Assistant Program Coordinator, you will support the VITA program by coordinating marketing efforts, maintaining site equipment, and ensuring client privacy. You’ll assist with resolving tax issues, implementing procedures, and partnering with community organizations. Key duties include volunteer recruitment, training coordination, and maintaining compliance with IRS regulations.

The Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the intake process of tax preparation clients
• Collaborate with VITA staff and the Communications team to execute a marketing plan for the VITA program
• Maintain and troubleshoot tax preparation equipment
• Ensure all client processes at each site respect privacy and confidentiality
• Resolve client tax issues with the VITA staff and volunteer team
• Develop and implement procedures for all tax preparation sites
• Maintain all required certifications and ensure compliance with IRS rules and regulations

 Recommended Job Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Excellent collaborative skills and teamwork
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills
• Self-motivated to acquire new knowledge
• Bilingual English – Spanish

Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to advancing economic and community development in Eastern North Philadelphia. This role offers room to lead, collaborate, and make meaningful impact.

To Apply: Email your resume and a cover letter to info@ceibaphiladelphia.org with the subject line “Assistant Program Coordinator.” Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About Ceiba:
Ceiba promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of Philadelphia’s low-income communities through collaborations, advocacy, and access to asset-building services. As the backbone of the Ceiba-Collective, we are at the forefront of collaborative impact for nonprofits in the region.

Role Overview:
The Manager of Collective Activities will guide cross-sector partnerships, facilitate community-led strategies, and drive systemic change through advocacy, data-driven planning, and inclusive engagement. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and bilingual communicator with deep experience in advocacy, public policy, collective impact, and community development. This is an in-person position with limited remote work.

Full job description and application information.

Criminal record clearing is an important workforce development mechanism. It helps eligible people improve their prospects for higher paying jobs. PA law allows:

• Old and minor convictions to be sealed
• Expungement of: (1) Any arrests or charges that did not result in conviction and (2)  Summary-level convictions for people free of arrest or prosecution for 5 years following their summary conviction

Clearing convictions allows people to rebuild their lives with stability, safety and dignity, while at the same time strengthening the economy of our neighborhoods. Criminal background screenings are routinely used by employers; landlords and colleges. Those with criminal convictions are only half as likely as other applicants to get a call from an employer. Accordingly, criminal record clearing helps more jobseekers find employment and it expands the workforce in Philadelphia.

The criminal record clearing clinic at Ceiba is sponsored by The Promise, Philadelphia’s Poverty Action Fund, powered by United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey. The Promise is a city-wide coalition dedicated to reducing Philadelphia’s poverty rate and supporting an equitable economic recovery from the pandemic. Combining City funding and private donations, The Promise invests in hands-on services by community-based organizations who work collaboratively to help low-income Philadelphians gain access to benefits and opportunities for upward mobility.

Preregister for the criminal record clearing clinic here.

For more information about Free Criminal Record Clearing Clinic please contact Ceiba: 215-634-7245 or info@ceibaphiladelphia.org.

Responsibilities: Include but are not limited to:

• Work with the Executive Director to ensure the efficient running of the Ceiba – Latino Equitable Development Collective (Ceiba – LEDC)
• Oversee and coordinate the project management of Ceiba – LEDC Work Groups: Housing, Economic Development,  Neighborhood Identity, Education
• Write narrative reports for internal and external distribution
• Keep up to date on public policy matters relating to equitable community development.
• Represent the Ceiba – LEDC at meetings, conferences, presentations, and other events
• Work a flexible schedule, including some weekends
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Capacity to build relationships with community residents, staff of community-based organizations, small business, and corporate leaders as well as government officials
• Good negotiating and conflict resolution skills
• Fluent in Spanish and English plus knowledge of Latino culture
• Agility to work on various projects simultaneously and to meet their deadlines
• Experience with advocacy and community organizing efforts
• A college degree preferred but not required
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends
• Good writing and organizing skills

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid Vacation

How To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to: info@ceibaphiladelphia.org

Additional Information:

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
• Ceiba will contact only those candidates whose experience and/or interests meet the position’s requirements.
• E-mail submissions only

Online job description.

Criminal Record Clearing Clinic & Cultural Fiesta

Attorneys help people look at their public records and if a person has anything that needs to be addressed, then that person is connected with Public Defenders, on site, to start the criminal record clearing process.

Criminal record clearing is important to the individual and to the community. We will celebrate that ‘fresh start’ collectively. That is why we are calling our legal clinic La Fiesta de la Oportunidad.

Criminal record clearing is an important workforce development mechanism. It helps eligible people improve their prospects for higher paying jobs.  PA law allows:

• Old and minor convictions to be sealed
• Expungement of
  • Any charges that did not result in conviction
  • Summary-level convictions for people free of arrest or prosecution for 5 years following their summary conviction

Date and Time: Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Location: Taller Puertorriqueño, 2600 North 5th Street, Philadelphia PA 19133

Register.

72 Miles to Go by Hilary Bettis: That’s what separates a recently deported mother in Nogales, Mexico and her husband and children in Tucson, Arizona. But the real distance stretches over eight years, two presidential administrations, graduations, anniversaries, the countless daily moments they spend apart – and the boundless love that unites them across borders.

To get a ticket for this performance benefiting Ceiba, please register using this link and pay what you can.

COVID Protocols: social distance seating, proof of vaccine and masks required

Location: InterAct Theatre Company, The Drake, 302 South Hicks St, Philadelphia, PA 19102

The Program Coordinator will spearhead efforts that promote Collective Impact initiatives and the financial development of the Latino community through a holistic approach to asset building that involves financial literacy education, free tax preparation, and access to affordable housing, matched savings programs, public benefits and the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). The Program Coordinators also helps to forge and execute Ceiba’s advocacy efforts around equitable community development.

Full job description.

How To Apply: To apply for the position please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to info@ceibaphiladelphia.org.

Additional Information:

• Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
• Ceiba will contact only those candidates whose experience and/or interests meet the position’s
  requirements.
• E-mail submissions only.
• No phone calls please.

Register here.

WHAT WE DO
Ceiba promotes the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to quality housing. Ceiba leads a collective of 13 Latino nonprofits that encourages collaboration between organizations, many of whom already have an excellent track record and are leaders in their field. Ceiba fosters the integration of services and programs between organizations in the Latino community, seamlessly linking families to a wide range of services through a cohesive process that promotes integration of multiple programs for clients and maximizes economies of scale for service providers.

YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN AMERICORPS MEMBER
This is an AmeriCorps position and as such, the member may not engage in prohibited activities as part of his/her/their service. The member will have an immediate supervisor at Ceiba and a LISC point of contact throughout the term of service for coaching, mentoring, and training support in order to undertake activities to achieve a community goal.

Learn more and apply.

¿QUE?

Aprenda sobre sus derechos como inmigrante en los Estados Unidos. Si esta interesad@ en mas asistencia legal de inmigracion o de impuestos, le podemos conectar con agencias. Discutiremos:

• Sus Derechos como Inmigrante•Prepararse para Emergencias
• Actualizaciones respecto a DACA
• Importancia del ITIN e Impuestos

¿CUANDO? Miercoles, 2 de Diciembre del 2020 a las 6pm

¿DONDE?:

• Zoom
• Facebook

Flyer.

On Tuesday, August 25, 2020, at noon, Ceiba, All Voting Is Local, and the Lawyer’s Committee on Civil Rights Under Law, are convening a roundtable discussion, with election officials to talk about Section 203 of The Voting Rights Act. This federal law requires the counties of Berks, Lehigh, and Philadelphia to provide access to all their electoral processes and materials to Spanish speaking voters. The roundtable discussion will be streamed via Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/AllVotingIsLocal.

The election officials that will participate in the roundtable discussion are:

• Kevin Barnhardt, Berks County Commissioner
• Diana Cortes, Chief, Civil Rights Division, Philadelphia City Solicitor’s Office
• Erika Jufre, Lehigh County Operations Manager
• Stephen Latanishen, Director, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Pennsylvania Department of State

Section 203 of The Voting Rights Act (https://www.justice.gov/crt/language-minority-citizens) ensures that US citizens who rely heavily on languages other than English are informed voters and can participate effectively in elections. A jurisdiction is covered under Section 203 when more than 5% of its US citizens of voting age or more than 10,000 of its eligible voters are from a language minority group. The US Justice Department determined that the counties of Berks, Lehigh, and Philadelphia are covered by Section 203 for the Spanish language.

The Tuesday, August 25th, noon, roundtable seeks to:

• Inform the community about their language access rights under federal law
• Provide an opportunity for county officials to share how they are implementing Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act
• Foster collaboration between community members and election officials across the three covered counties in preparation for the November 2020 election.

Responsibilities, include but are not limited to the following:

• Working with the Executive Director on advocacy campaigns and coalition building activities
• Writing narrative reports for internal and external distribution.
• Helping to manage, recruit, and retain staff and volunteers.
• Providing some direct services and coordinating educational activities for clients in both individual and group settings.
• Keeping up-to-date on public policy matters relating to Financial Literacy, Asset Building, Equitable Community Development, Affordable Housing, Coalition Building, Latino Affairs, Civil Rights, Immigration, the Rights of the Limited English Proficient, and other issues relevant to the work of Ceiba.
• Coordinating staff and volunteers.
• Representing Ceiba at meetings, conferences, presentations, and other activities.
• Working a flexible schedule, including some weekends.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Strong writing, public speaking, and organizing skills.
• The ability to recruit, motivate, and retain staff and volunteers.
• The ability to build relationships with community members, staff of community-based organizations, business and corporate leaders, and officials at the federal, state, and local level.
• Good negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Experience and/or knowledge of Latino culture.
• Commitment to the Latino community and knowledge of the dynamics of the city government.
• The ability to work on a number of simultaneous projects at the same time and meet their deadlines.
• An understanding or willingness to learn about Financial Literacy, Asset Building, Equitable Community Development, Affordable Housing, Coalition Building, Latino Affairs, Civil Rights, Immigration, Housing Counseling and other matters relevant to the work of Ceiba.
• The ability to work with members of the non-profit and legal community of the City.
• Experience with advocacy and community organizing efforts.
• A college degree preferred but not required.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid Vacation

How To Apply: To apply for the position please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to (info@ceibaphiladelphia.org).

Additional Information:

• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
• Ceiba will contact only those candidates whose experience and/or interests meet the position’s requirements.
• E-mail submissions only.
• No phone calls please.

What?

Get screened for possible immigration relief by immigration attorneys, accredited representatives, and trained volunteers. Create an emergency readiness plan in case of contact with ICE.

When? Saturday, February 23rd, 2019, 11AM-2PM
Where? Ceiba: 174 Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Please RSVP by calling (215) 634-7245

Job Description:
Ceiba is a coalition of Latino non-profit organizations. Its mission is to promote the economic development and financial inclusion of the Latino community through collaborations and advocacy aimed at ensuring their access to fair housing. The Program Coordinator will help run Ceiba’s programs that promotes the financial development of the Latino community through a holistic approach to asset building that involves financial literacy education, free tax preparation, access to affordable housing, matched savings programs, and access to the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). Program Coordinators also apply what they learn through the delivery of services to the community to help Ceiba forge and execute the coalition’s advocacy efforts around equitable community development.

Responsibilities including but not limited to the following:

• Working with the Executive Director to ensure the efficient running of Ceiba’s Programs and activities
• Ensuring Ceiba’s compliance with contracts, commitments, grant goals, and service to the community.
• Writing narrative reports for internal and external distribution.
• Helping to manage, recruit, and retain staff and volunteers.
• Coordinating structured savings program for immigrants
• Providing some direct services and running educational activities for clients in both individual and in group workshop settings.
• Keeping up to date on public policy matters relating to Financial Literacy, Asset Building, Community Development, Affordable Housing, Coalition Building, Latino Affairs, Civil Rights, Immigration, the Rights of the Limited English Proficient, and other issues relevant to the work of Ceiba.
• Coordinating staff and volunteers.
• Representing Ceiba at meetings, conferences, presentations, and other activities.
• Working a flexible schedule, including some weekends.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• Strong writing, public speaking and organizing skills.
• The ability to recruit, motivate, and retain staff and volunteers.
• The ability to build relationships with community people, staff of community-based organizations, business and corporate leaders and officials at the federal, state, and local level.
• Good negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.
• Experience and/or knowledge of Latino culture.
• Commitment to the Latino community and knowledge of the dynamics of the City of Philadelphia.
• The ability to work on a number of simultaneous projects and to meet their deadlines.
• An understanding or willingness to learn about Financial Literacy, Asset Building, Community Development, Affordable Housing, Coalition Building, Latino Affairs, Civil Rights, Immigration, Real Estate, Home Purchases, Mortgages, Home Equity Loans, Housing Counseling and other matters relevant to the work of Ceiba.
• The ability to work with members of the non-profit and legal community of the City.
• Experience with advocacy and community organizing efforts.
• A college degree preferred but not required.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including some weekends.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Paid Vacation

How To Apply: To apply for the position please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to (info@ceibaphiladelphia.org).

Additional Information:

• Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
• Ceiba will contact only those candidates whose experience and/or interests meet the position’s requirements.
• E-mail submissions only.
• No phone calls please.

Evaluaciones Legales de Inmigración GRATIS + talleres sobre los derechos de inmigrantes y los cambios en las leyes tributarias

What?

Learn about the ITIN number, how the tax reform will affect ITIN holders, and learn your rights if confronted by ICE. After the workshops, get screened for possible immigration relief by immigration attorneys, accredited representatives, and trained volunteers

When? Wednesday, September 19th, 2018, at 5:00 PM
Where? Ceiba: 174 Diamond St, Philadelphia, PA 19122

Please RSVP by calling (215) 634-7245

English flyer: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/0e73d63ec2e5e0eef0cf91839/files/b9927df4-555d-4639-91e1-2d07c06fe7d4/ITIN_KYR_Workshop_Flyer_9.19.2018_English.pdf

Spanish flyer: https://gallery.mailchimp.com/0e73d63ec2e5e0eef0cf91839/files/c00a97e3-a091-4ede-8944-f0a1378fb79c/ITIN_KYR_Workshop_Flyer_9.19.2018_Spanish.pdf