Living United for Change in Arizona: Statewide Digital Organizer

LOCATION

700 N Country Club Rd #100 AZ

SALARY

$52,000-$58,000 / Yearly

COMPANY

Living United for Change in Arizona

DEPARTMENT

Digital

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Non-Profit

CONTACT

hrsupport@luchaaz.org

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

How to Apply: To apply, please visit www.luchaaz.org/apply and submit your application directly through our website. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of professional references to your application. RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION: Human Resources may contact you at various stages of the recruitment process if you meet the qualifications for the position. This contact will be via email or phone only. Please make sure your email address and phone number are accurate. We do not accept walk-in, or hand-delivered application materials nor applicant calls regarding open, pending, or closed positions. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. LUCHA may, at its discretion, revise the job description at any time, and additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Requirements, skills and abilities included have been determined to illustrate the minimal standards required to successfully perform the position. Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at LUCHA, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Statewide Digital Organizer

Reports to: Digital Manager

Job Status: Exempt, Full-time

 

Who We Are: 

Arizona Center for Empowerment (ACE), is a community-led and driven organization committed to raising new leadership in Arizona through confronting the most pressing needs of its often-under-served communities. Its sister organization, Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA), is an organization led by changemakers fighting for social, racial, and economic transformation. 

 

At ACE, we seek to create a more inclusive and just standard of equality in the state of Arizona through civic engagement and strategic efforts regarding issues such as immigration, democracy, voting rights, living wages, and education.  By increasing opportunities for education, leadership development, technical assistance, and training, ACE supports the work of community organizations and leaders who are transforming their communities to create a more sustainable future for all Arizona families.

 

At LUCHA, we organize low- and moderate-income and minority families to take action on the issues most important to them and advance the cause of social and economic justice for all.

 

Why you'll love this job:

Digital Organizers (D.O) will help us expand our socioeconomic justice mission by reaching people digitally and meeting them where they are. D.O.s help to manage multiple CRM and social media platform applications to manage our online member base. D.O. will also develop original creative written and visual content to break down complex issues into ways that are understandable and that people can connect with. In addition, the Digital Organizer will support the strategic integration of digital tools to have a more robust presence and impact. 

 

We are looking for a digital organizer with the skills to build relational organizing networks and cultivate a values-driven culture in digital and in-person spaces. The Digital Organizer can expect to spend their time growing email lists and cultivating social media communities; running interactive and engaging online spaces, facilitating training and workshops; interacting with on-the-ground organizing and campaigns to capture content and tell stories; + more!

 

What You'll Do:

 

  • Strategy, Tactics, and Theory of Change

  • Lead the development and integration of all online platforms, social media outreach, and engagement into organizational and campaign strategies, and fundraising. 

  • Work with Digital Manager and other program/campaign managers to develop strategy, messaging, systems, and protocols centered on racial, economic, and political transformation. 

  • Ask the strategic questions to help shape campaigns

  • Create strategies to engage online communities and help mobilize

 

  • Metrics, Data, and Analysis

  • Measuring and reporting performance of all digital and social media platforms, assessing against campaign and organizational goals via weekly, monthly, yearly, and milestone analyses. These reports will be in writing and when necessary, presented to directors or other staff. (Ex. staff retreats, training, etc)

  • Work closely with the Data team to utilize our CRM to manage lists, create landing pages, and optimize the user experience

  • Manage and grow general and segmented lists for specialized communication through a CRM (Ex. Every Action and Action Network)

 

  • Creative Content

  • Managing, creating, and publishing original and relevant content that is true and comprehensive to our values, messaging, and strategy. This can include video & photographs, emails, and online actions in order to make calls to action, engage, and share resources with our audiences.

  • Create guides and toolkits and assist in the digital skills of our staff, members, and volunteers

  • Actively post during events when necessary & strategic, and develop plans to carry out these posts with a team.

  • Proficient ability to use camera and audio equipment as well as editing tools. 

  • Work with the communications team and partners to develop branding and messaging.

 

  • Digital Platforms and Tools

  • Manage our social media accounts, email platform, and website. Curate lists and build an online community. (Ex: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Every Action, Squarespace, and Wix)

  • Brainstorm strategies and execute tactics to grow and engage our online community (followers and subscribers) AND transition people from online to offline

  • Able to engage in ongoing events/issues and rapid response needs within our online spaces on relevant issues in the news and in our communities. 

  • Follow pop culture trends that are relevant to social justice change

  • General:

  • Compose correspondence, prepare presentations, reports, and other ad-hoc assignments, such as Google Slide presentations, collection, analysis, and summary of information using Google Sheets or other Google Suite programs. 

  • Timely distributes business communications.

  • Protect the integrity of confidential information in all matters.

  • Other duties as assigned.

  

To succeed in this role, you need:

 

  • At least 2 years of experience in digital organizing with grassroots or similar organizations

  • Fluency in digital and social media platforms (Ex: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Every Action, Squarespace and Wix, etc.)

  • Ability to pull, manage, and analyze data.

  • A high level of personal integrity and cultural competence, as well as sensitivity to the needs of different communities and a willingness to grow and learn in your social consciousness.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a wide and diverse population.

  • A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle. You will be expected to travel between Phoenix and Tucson frequently. 

  • Strong organizational skills for rigorous nonprofit and grassroots work. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strategic thinking, visionary skills, and ability to integrate digital strategies as an integral component of overall engagement and campaign strategies

  • Ability to translate complex ideas and data into compelling web and online copy, writing with integrity and dignity in a voice that reflects the people and the organization's branding, values, and mission 

  • Solid knowledge of graphic design and multimedia editing software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Procreate, etc.) 

  • Basic knowledge of website development and management, HTML, CSS, and analytics tools. (Preferred but not required)

  • Basic knowledge of Spanish (Fluency not required) 

  • Proficient in Google Tools (Docs, Spreadsheet, PowerPoint, Survey, etc.)

  • Must have a functioning laptop

  • Feel comfortable filming and photographing with basic photography knowledge

  • Basic knowledge of Arizona Government and legislation

  • Work well with a team and be eager and open to learning!

 

Your earnings and other perks

  • $52,000-$58,000 Annual Salary

  • Wellness stipend 

  • Company Sponsored Phone

  • 25K life insurance

  • 100% employee only employer-paid Health, vision, and dental

  • 50% coverage for dependents and other benefit premiums

  • Complimentary access to therapy and counseling with EAP (Jorgensen Brooks Group)

  • Company paid Holidays

  • Generous paid time off, including a paid winter break.

  • Hybrid workplace- must be based in Arizona and available for in-person events.

  • A team with diverse experiences

  • After one year of employment, we offer generous paternity and maternity leave

  • Passionate, fun, creative, and innovative team