Exciting Field Opportunities
Progressive Organizing Solutions - Working in support of the North Carolina League of Conservation Voters
Location: Raleigh, NC.
Position Description:
Progressive Organizing Solutions is hiring field organizers for large-scale membership mobilization and issue advocacy campaigns in Raleigh, NC it is conducting on behalf of the North Carolina League of Conservation Voters. Progressive Organizing Solutions field organizers will recruit and train environmental activists in issue and electoral advocacy, and grassroots lobbying activities in support of the campaigns. Field Organizers will work with the in-state leadership team to plan and execute events. Progressive Organizing Solutions Field Organizers will engage members as volunteers and activists in environmental issue advocacy, earned media and grassroots lobbying activities.
The Project
The North Carolina League of Conservation Voters (NCLCV) is a nonpartisan advocacy organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and enhancing North Carolina's natural environment. NCLCV has been working to protect North Carolina's environment and our citizen's health for nearly 50 years, turning environmental values into North Carolina priorities. NCLCV's vision for the future of North Carolina is that all citizens and our elected decision-makers will better understand and appreciate North Carolina's unique natural environment, and the integral role it plays in North Carolina's economy and quality of life. In eight states, the national League of Conservation Voters and its state partners like NCLCV have developed a powerful volunteer organizing structure engaging nearly 32,000 volunteers across the country to make phone calls, knock on doors, attend events and advocate on behalf of climate action.
To learn more about NCLCV's Climate Action program, visit https://nclcv.org/engage/field-programs/.
Responsibilities:
· Recruit, mobilize and train volunteers in issue advocacy and grassroots organizing.
· Track all volunteer outreach and engagement in VAN and reports are submitted daily.
· Plan and execute organizing actions and events.
· Develop relationships with environmental and other progressive leaders in the community and engage them in field events and activities.
Qualifications:
- Must possess strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast paced work environment
- Must demonstrate cultural competency with racially diverse audiences
- Fluency in VAN, Microsoft Office Suite; other field tools a plus
- Work hours vary from standard office hours and include Saturdays
- Have your own reliable transportation
- Successful experience working with teams representing a rich mix of talent, backgrounds, and perspectives
- Experience working on an issue campaign, especially environmental a plus
Duration: This position is full-time, salaried and temporary.
To apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to northcarolina@progressiveorganizingsolutions.com. No calls please.
Progressive Organizing Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
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