Virginia Field Coordinator

Appalachian Voices•Central Virginia, VA

10d•$50,000 - $57,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Appalachian Voices seeks a dynamic, passionate, and strategic Field Coordinator to build statewide grassroots power and engagement in Virginia. The Field Coordinator will work to empower and activate communities in opposing the development of new fossil fuel infrastructure. Whenever possible, they will help interested communities pursue cleaner, more affordable, and more just energy solutions. The Field Coordinator will work to increase public awareness of energy issues impacting the lives of Virginians and expand grassroots support for solutions that promote healthy communities in the Commonwealth.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience with community engagement and grassroots organizing, preferably including leadership development, volunteer coordination, member/supporter mobilization, and strategic campaign/project implementation
Demonstrated commitment to justice and ability to work with diverse groups on clean energy and social, economic, and environmental justice issues
Aptitude for public speaking
Excellent writing, communication, and listening skills
Event planning skills, including outreach and follow-up, volunteer recruitment, media outreach, event promotion, and logistics coordination
Ability to effectively facilitate group meetings and calls
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to set priorities, multi-task, and meet deadlines for both short- and long-term goals in a fast-paced environment
Competency in a variety of computer applications, including the Google Suite, MS Office Suite, and social media
Ability to work independently under minimal supervision
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when needed
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel, including some overnight travel

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with legislative or political campaigns
Knowledge of energy issues, climate science, environmental science, or public health issues and policies
Prior experience working in coalitions
Aptitude for executing impactful digital and social media strategies around core issues

Responsibilities

Work within Appalachian Voices’ Virginia team to oppose the expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure and to support a clean energy transition using a variety of advocacy strategies and tactics
Build relationships with community members and key partners through formal and informal coalitions
Develop and implement a range of grassroots advocacy activities that meet the diverse needs and interests of residents across Virginia
Plan and execute events designed to educate communities on energy issues and policies impacting Virginia
Promote civic engagement on legislation, regulations, and permit applications in order to advance the goals of the Virginia program
Organize, participate in, and facilitate meetings and calls
Work with the communications team to utilize traditional media, social media, and other electronic communications to broadcast a unified message about program priorities
Collaborate with other Appalachian Voices Field Coordinators to support complementary programs in North Carolina and Tennessee
Track progress and engage in planning, reporting, and evaluation of the program
Recruit and manage a team of interns and volunteers