Tenant Organizer

AFSC job board•Greensboro, NC

2d•$30•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is designed to engage as a support for the tenant organizing efforts of AFSC NC. The person in this role will lead tenant outreach and site-based canvass operations to help broaden our outreach to tenants in Guilford County and assist with tenant education, tenant engagement, and track key data points for the campaign.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum one year of experience in community organizing, canvassing, or developing the leadership of working class and people of color required.
Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as
Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.
Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies.
Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.
Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender and religious diversity and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.
Ability to organize, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
Additional experience in housing injustice is preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Community Organizer, AFSC NC, lead canvassing campaigns through coordination with the Keep Gate City Housed program with AFSC NC, volunteers, and tenants.
Organize and implement engagement opportunities such as tenant canvassing, tenant meetings, Know Your Rights trainings, and direct action.
Lead meeting coordination and facilitation with of the citywide tenants committee comprised of tenants that are engaged in skill building and organizing opportunities.
Coordinate and supervise volunteer in the collection and entry of data related to the Keep Gate City Housed program.
Coordinate with AFSC North Carolina staff regularly and AFSC national staff when needed.
Participate in program fundraising activities as needed.
Regular attendance and punctuality are required.
Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.
Other duties and projects as assigned.