Talent Pool-Organizing and Field Leadership Opportunities in North Carolina

The Outreach Team•Charlotte, NC

5d•$47,600 - $78,000

About The Position

The Outreach Team is the national engine of campaigners and organizers powering the movement to fight back. With an on-the-ground presence in communities all across the country, our world-class team runs high-impact civic engagement campaigns to build a future that's fairer, healthier, safer, and more peaceful for everyone. We are a premier national field firm that partners with organizations working to solve some of the biggest problems facing our society, from protecting human rights to fighting climate change, and help them build the resources they need to make an impact. We believe in defending immigrant communities in North Carolina from discrimination, criminalization, and terror. This is not an application for a specific position - your single submission puts you in consideration for organizing and field leadership positions for future roles. Whether you are passionate about community organizing, campus engagement, or leading and managing field teams, we have opportunities that match your skills and interests. These positions are ideal for people who thrive in fast-paced, people-centered campaign environments and are committed to equity and justice.

Requirements

A deep commitment to equity and justice is non-negotiable.
You must have strong organizational and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments, along with clear and effective communication abilities, both written and spoken.
Comfort using campaign tools like VAN, Hustle, Impactiv, and Mailchimp is important.
For leadership roles, you should have demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to motivate, grow, and manage a team.
All positions require availability to work evenings and weekends as needed, and field leadership roles demand the ability to work long hours while maintaining extreme attention to detail and instilling that quality in others.
You should be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills and a strong passion for community organizing and fostering civic engagement.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience on issue or electoral campaigns is valuable.
Background in event planning, community organizing, or managing paid employees will help you succeed in these roles.
Experience working with volunteers, especially in student or grassroots contexts, is beneficial.
Familiarity with Google Suite, data tracking tools, VAN, and MiniVAN is a plus.
Experience working in underserved or marginalized communities, facilitation experience, and local knowledge of North Carolina communities will strengthen your candidacy.

Responsibilities

Recruit and Train Volunteer Leaders
Engage supporters via calls and texts and recruit them into organizing activities
Gather petitions and take campaign actions to identify new volunteers
Train volunteers through grassroots organizing skill sessions
Maintain detailed volunteer tracking to ensure strong follow-up and retention
Plan and execute campaign activities that build awareness and engagement
Mobilize students and community members to participate in events and actions
Drive turnout to town halls and support on-the-ground organizing efforts
Represent the campaign in community spaces and uplift partner organizations
Activate social media supporters to amplify campaign messages
Use peer-to-peer texting tools and relational organizing platforms
Send timely email campaigns to recruit participants and promote events
Track all outreach efforts and report progress through daily numbers and weekly reports
Manage a team of 40-60 hourly staff who will canvass door to door to talk to voters about community priorities
Canvass yourself several days a week to train staff and drive office goals
Set goals and hold staff accountable to them
Train and provide ongoing motivation and support to staff
Identify, promote, and train a leadership team
Build a diverse team where staff feel respected while fostering a culture of equity and justice
Implement quality control measures to ensure the integrity of the work
Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for all staff
Develop strategic plans to reach targeted voters in assigned locations
Manage administrative duties, including reporting data, record keeping, processing payroll, and distribution of materials