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Save the Children Action Network (SCAN), Save the Children's political advocacy arm, is looking for a temporary Field Organizer to support our High 5 for Kids campaign that gives children a nonpartisan voice on the campaign trail leading up to the 2020 Presidential Election.
Founded in 2014, SCAN is building bipartisan will and voter support to make sure every child in the U.S. has access to high-quality early learning and to help the most deprived children overseas thrive. Throughout 2020, SCAN will lead community education and candidate engagement efforts to raise awareness about important issues impacting children.
In this role you will receive training to support grassroots mobilization activities and work with State Campaign staff to advocate on behalf of children. Through this experience, you will gain a greater understanding of the presidential political process and grassroots organizing.
The Field Organizer is a paid 5 month position from late January to late June, with flexibility on start and end time. There is possibility of extension.
This position may be based anywhere in Wisconsin, with preference for Milwaukee. There will be frequent travel between all major metropolitan areas in Wisconsin, including nights and weekends.
Responsibilities
The Field Organizer will work with State Campaign staff to support candidate education and community engagement. The Field Organizer will:
Assist in non-partisan, issue-focused GOTV (get out the vote) activities
Identify supporter recruitment and educational outreach opportunities in key communities
Train volunteers for community action
Track candidate statements and help with campaign engagement tactics, such as canvassing and posing questions to candidates
Provide data entry support, assist with general administrative tasks and projects
Work closely with SCAN Volunteer Leaders and Student Ambassadors
The Field Organizer program is designed for individuals passionate about advocating on behalf of children. The Field Organizer will learn valuable skills to set the foundation for a potential career in organizing, advocacy or policy including:
Tactics for successful public awareness campaigns
Expertise in motivating voters to take action on important issues
A strong understanding of the presidential political process
An introduction to issues impacting children and early childhood education policy efforts
Requirements
Ability to excel in a flexible, fast-paced environment
Strong written skills, solid interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team
Interest in early childhood education in the U.S. and/or global issues affecting children
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Eligible to work in the U.S.
A valid driver's license and method of personal transportation
Please attach resume and cover letter to your application
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