What are the responsibilities and job description for the Political Organizer (NYC) position at WE ACT 4 Change Inc?
ABOUT US
Progress for frontline communities starts with just policies at every level of government. We advocate for environmental justice legislation at the New York City, New York State, and Federal levels to create the environmentally just future that communities deserve.
The goal of WE ACT 4 Change is to build and leverage political power in our fight to achieve environmental and climate justice for communities in Northern Manhattan. We will use it to engage in voter and civic engagement activities as well as ranking and endorsing political candidates. We will also use it to lobby for policies and programs as well as hold elected officials accountable.
We have already begun our voter engagement work in New York City, conducting candidate forums, hiring and training canvassers for a get-out-the-vote campaign, and developing the city’s first environmental justice candidate report card. We will also use this new entity to advocate for state and federal policies that advance climate justice.
ABOUT YOU
The Political Organizer is an integral part of our Civic Engagement & Organizing team as they will be responsible for engaging and mobilizing community members around political campaigns, issues, and events. This role involves building relationships with local stakeholders, developing and executing outreach strategies, and fostering grassroots support to achieve political objectives. Reporting to the Director of Civic Engagement & Organizing, the Political Organizer will :
- Community Engagement :
Identify, recruit, and train volunteers and supporters.
Develop and implement outreach strategies to increase awareness and support for political initiatives.
Educate community members on political issues, candidate platforms, and the electoral process.
Maintain accurate records of volunteer activities, supporter engagement, and outreach efforts.
Work closely with campaign staff, including communication and policy teams, to align messaging and strategy.
ABOUT YOU