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The Raíz program is Planned Parenthood’s national effort to work with the Latinx community in the fight for reproductive health, sex education, and access to care. The Raíz Organizer will work in close coordination with Planned Parenthood’s national organizing team, engage and grow a base of Latinx supporters, and build power for the reproductive health movement in the Latinx community. They will work directly with local and national Planned Parenthood teams to develop and execute campaign plans in North Carolina and use strategic local initiatives to deepen Latinx engagement.
Passionate **pro-abortion activist **for reproductive freedom, especially as it intersects & relates to Latinx communities in North Carolina
Native Proficiency (Read/Write/Speak) in Spanish
Political organizer, with experience (2+ years paid/volunteer) within the Latinx community grassroots organizing, canvassing, phone banking, volunteer/leadership development, and political/issue campaigns
Experienced in working authentically with diverse communities around issue, policy, and and/or electoral campaigns and initiatives
Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity
Deeply knowledgeable of local Latinx culture and the nuances of various Latinx groups
Deeply knowledgeable of diversity and inclusion in application to this work
Deeply knowledgeable of systems of government at the local and state level
Experienced with volunteer management
Skilled and excited to **reduce abortion stigma, impact policy, as well as public sentiment **on reproductive health, rights, and justice issues
Capable of explaining public policies in plain language
Talented interpersonal communicator, both verbal and written
Highly adaptable and resourceful
Skilled in delegating within a team
Proficient with basic computer tasks
Able to travel frequently throughout NC, and occasionally to other affiliate service areas
Experienced with VAN/EveryAction
Experienced with issue advocacy
Previously involved with Planned Parenthood South Atlantic
Knowledgable of key reproductive health rights and justice issues
In collaboration with the Constituency Organizing Manager (COM) and PPFA, develop and oversee a Raíz Organizing Program that engages and mobilizes the Latinx community in North Carolina.
Build deep, intentional relationships with the Latinx community, organizations, and leaders who can support cross-collaboration efforts with Planned Parenthood.
Engage, educate, and mobilize Latinx communities on local initiatives and Planned Parenthood services
Develop and mobilize a strong volunteer base and cultivate Latinx volunteer community leaders through direct community outreach, grassroots field work, voter contact, and leadership development programs.
Recruit, train, support, and mobilize activists in targeted geographic areas on local, state, and national reproductive health issues.
Work to elevate strategic, powerful Raíz organizers that will work with PPSAT and independently in their communities to fight for reproductive health access for all.
Build organizing capacity and grassroots partnerships to advance state and federal policy initiatives. Work with coalition partners to leverage PP’s position as an organizing powerhouse.
In collaboration with the COM, provide support, feedback, and training to Organizers as it relates to Raíz Organizing across the affiliate.
Identify community needs within the scope of PPSAT's mission and independently develop and execute work plans to address those needs in collaboration with community partners
Spend at least one day per month at the state legislature during legislative session to facilitate policy/organizing collaborations with the Director of Public Affairs, help connect constituents with elected officials, stay up-to-date on legislative strategy, and gain experience building relationships with legislators and other key validators.
Manage, track, and report on grants related to Raíz organizing
Plan and execute rapid response events, including large-scale events such as rallies or lobby days.
Develop and implement digital organizing activities.
Manage activist database and ensure accurate and timely input of program data.
Support voter education and engagement, including training election volunteers, maintaining relationships with candidate campaigns and managing voter education events (e.g. phone banks).
Manage all aspects of community outreach, including materials development, volunteer recruitment, training, and execution of all civic engagement activities.
Manage the Raíz Organizing Program’s contribution to the creation, maintenance, and enhancement of statewide supporter and Membership lists.
Schedule:
Full-Time Position; M-F ,~40/week
Requires frequent night & weekend work
Hybrid Work Style; some in-office days required
Candidate must be based in Raleigh or Charlotte
Travel required; frequently throughout NC and occasionally to other affiliate service areas.
Benefits:
All full-time (30+ hours) employees are benefits-eligible!
Including but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Reimbursement Account
403B Retirement Plan with matched contributions
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Compensation:
PPSAT's compensation philosophy is based on equity and transparency. Each job at PPSAT is assigned a pay grade built on market data. For an individual coming into PPSAT, we set a pay generally between the minimum and the midpoint of the pay grade. Starting offers are determined by the candidate's relevant experience and internal equity within the pay grade. The hiring range for this position is $25.60 to $29.95 per hour.
Learn more: https://www.ppsatcareers.org/pay-equity
Bilingual:
This position requires bilingual skill in Spanish. Final candidates will be required to take and pass a bilingual assessment to move forward. Successfully passing the bilingual assessment qualifies candidates for an additional $1.00 added to their base rate.