What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rural Engagement Manager position at Arizona Coalition for Change | Our Voice Our Vote Arizona?
Rural Engagement Manager
Deepen Community Engagement in Rural Communities
In 2025, the time for organizing our communities is more important than it has ever been. Our organization, Arizona Coalition for Change and Our Voice Our Vote Arizona, seeks a passionate and experienced Rural Engagement Manager to lead our initiatives in Pinal County, with a primary focus on Maricopa City.
This role is crucial to advancing our mission of amplifying the voices of BIPOC constituents, fostering an inclusive, action-oriented environment that drives meaningful change in rural communities. The Rural Engagement Manager will conduct community organizing and facilitating issue-based advocacy actions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with local stakeholders, community leaders, and residents to ensure that outreach efforts are meaningful and impactful.
- Identify and address key local issues by listening to community concerns and aligning our actions with the community's priorities and aspirations.
- Organize and host town halls, community forums, and events that foster open dialogue, active participation, and collaborative problem-solving on local issues.
Ideal Candidate:
- 1-2 Years of Organizing Experience: Experience as a community organizer, preferably within rural or low-income communities, with a focus on racial, social, or economic justice.
- Commitment to Social Justice: Passion for developing relationships and building grassroots power among Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities, with a special focus on empowering low-income people of color to fight for racial and economic equity.
- Strong Team Player: Comfortable working as part of a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team, and willing to contribute to a positive, inclusive, and dynamic team environment.
Benefits:
- Top-of-the-line medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- 401(K) plan with employer matching options
- Extensive paid time off package
To Apply, please submit your cover letter, resume, and two references via email to careers@azc4c.org. Include "Rural Engagement" in the subject line.
