Digital Organizer

JB for Governor•Chicago, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The JB for Governor Campaign is seeking a Digital Organizer to build and manage the campaign's online volunteer communities and drive grassroots supporter engagement across digital platforms. This position will work closely with the Email/SMS Strategist and other digital, mobilization, and organizing staff to collaborate effectively. The Digital Organizer is responsible for managing the campaign's online communities on platforms like Reddit, Facebook, Discord, and others — creating inclusive spaces that foster constructive dialogue, collaboration, and adherence to campaign principles. This role combines community management, volunteer recruitment and development, online training, and data-driven reporting to grow the campaign's grassroots digital presence. The ideal candidate is a community builder who understands how to activate supporters online, develop volunteer leaders, and translate engagement into meaningful campaign action.

Requirements

Comfortable managing online communities across platforms like Reddit, Discord, Facebook Groups, and Slack.
Experience recruiting, training, or managing volunteers — whether in politics, advocacy, or other organizing contexts.
Data-minded and can track engagement metrics, report on program effectiveness, and adjust strategies based on what's working.
Communicate clearly and can translate campaign messaging into language that resonates with grassroots supporters.
Proactive and can identify opportunities to grow the campaign's online organizing efforts without waiting to be told.
Comfortable with the pace of campaign work, including flexibility for evening and weekend engagement when communities are most active.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in community organizing, digital organizing, volunteer management, or related field.
Experience moderating or managing online communities on platforms such as Reddit, Discord, Facebook Groups, or Slack.
Familiarity with social media analytics and the ability to use data to drive engagement and recruitment strategies.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Experience developing and leading virtual trainings or events.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Interest in or experience with political campaigns, advocacy organizations, or grassroots organizing.
Familiarity with organizing tools (e.g., peer-to-peer texting platforms, CRMs, mobilization tools) is a plus.
Experience with tools such as Mobilize, NGP VAN, Action Network, Switchboard, Hustle, or ThruText is a plus.

Responsibilities

Utilize social media platforms to recruit and engage volunteers, extending the reach and impact of our campaign.
Develop and deliver online trainings for volunteers and stakeholders, focusing on organizing strategies, campaign messaging, and digital engagement.
Implement and manage a volunteer leadership program, fostering the development of leaders within the online community.
Moderate and manage our campaign's online communities, ensuring a positive, inclusive, and productive digital environment.
Collaborate with the wider Organizing and Communications teams to synchronize online organizing efforts with overall campaign strategies.
Stay updated with current social media trends, utilizing insights to optimize recruitment and engagement strategies.
Regularly evaluate and report on the effectiveness of social media organizing initiatives and suggest improvements as needed.
Other duties as assigned.