Community Canvasser (Central California)

CAIR Sacval•Fresno, CA

1d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

CAIR-Sacramento Valley/Central California (CAIR-SV/CC) is seeking a passionate and talented individual for the Community Canvasser position. Join one of the most dynamic teams defending civil rights on behalf of the American Muslim community, promoting civic engagement, and building coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding! Work Location: Fresno, CA Term: Part-time (up to 30 hours per week), Temporary, occasional evening and weekends required Position Status: Non-Exempt Pay Range: $20 - $24/hour commensurate with skills and experience Benefits: 401(k) plan with an employer match Reports to : Outreach and Programs Manager

Nice To Haves

Availability to work on Friday afternoons, from 11:00am - 3:00pm PST
Experience working with Islamic organizations for a minimum of 1 year
Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including compassionate communication and cultural sensitivity, and ability to maintain a positive, personable, outgoing and enthusiastic attitude
Demonstrated commitment to civic engagement and community empowerment
Committed to regular attendance and punctuality as well as timely follow through on administrative duties
Ability to problem-solve, take initiative, stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and work independently as well as within a team
Flexibility to adjust and contribute to continually evolving work situation and changing priorities
Fluent in one or more of the following: Arabic, Dari, Pashto

Responsibilities

Develop an understanding of the significance of civil rights and civic engagement
Manage booths at local mosques and other high traffic areas and events
Staff phone banking, door knocking, flyering, postering, and other outreach and community and volunteer engagement efforts in different community settings including community centers and mosques, halal restaurants, and ethnic grocery stores
Support and participate in the organization's community-building programming such as citizenship clinics, youth programs, and various community trainings and workshops
Support grant deliverables
Represent the organization at partner and coalition meetings and campaign events like rallies, town halls, press conferences, and mosque programs
Other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs. All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, and other office tasks.