[jobsthatareLEFT] Northern Virginia Community Organizer Alexandria, VA

March 15, 2017

[jobsthatareLEFT] Northern Virginia Community Organizer Alexandria, VA

2-4 years of organizing experience in student organizing, community organizing, issue campaigns or advocacy. 
• Experience working on social, racial or economic justice issues and engaging communities of color. 
• Background and commitment to social justice work and demonstration of strong personal commitment to NVM's mission and values. 
• Fluency – written (preferred) and spoken – in Spanish. 
• Must be flexible, creative and assume high accountability for all areas of responsibility. 
• Experience organizing large scale voter engagement campaigns and canvassing operations, and using VAN or votebuilder a plus. 
• Flexible to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekend work. 
• A driver's license and access to a car are required. 
Responsibilities: 
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Recruit members through house visits and direct contact. 
• Organize and sustain chapters. 
• Mobilize members to campaign events, actions and other organizational activities 
• Co-develop and Implement local, state, and national campaigns. 
• Conduct political education training for members, and leaders 
• Maintain a database documenting work. 
• Provide support to leaders in executing tactics and facilitating meetings 
• Participate in building campaign coalitions and key relationships with campaign- related allies 
Admin and Other 
• Coordinate with appropriate staff for communications, fundraising and other group activities. 
• Participation in organizational planning processes. 
• Insure adherence with VNM personnel policies 
• Contribute to developing organizational theory and practice 
• Entering data on Nation Builder 
Individuals applying for this job should work well independently with limited direct supervision. Ties to the community are a strong plus. 
Salary and Benefits: 

This position is full-time, salary depending on experience, benefits, including medical,  dental and vision insurance, as well as monthly phone and transportation allowances. 

To apply, please send cover letter, resume salary history and three references to: 

hr@newvirginiamajority.org  This position is open until filled. 

New Virginia Majority is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, women, and LGBTQ encouraged to apply.

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