Field Organizer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Increase membership and enhance the visibility of We Dream in Black throughout North Carolina, encompassing cities such as Charlotte, Durham, Raleigh, Greensboro, and Fayetteville.

• Oversee continuous outreach strategies to attract new members through canvassing, events, and workplace initiatives.

• Perform follow-up calls and organize member-led phone banking activities.

• Spot potential leaders and execute leadership development programs in collaboration with Lead Organizers.

• Organize chapter outreach and recruitment processes, schedule monthly meetings, and manage membership events.

• Deliver membership recruitment presentations and assist with member registration and payment of dues.

• Foster relationships with community organizations and partners.

• Aid in digital outreach, communications, and data management regarding outreach and events using database systems.

• Monitor fieldwork, worker contacts, member interactions, recruitment efforts, engagement, and progress in leadership development.

• Prepare for monthly We Dream in Black meetings and membership initiatives alongside North Carolina organizing staff.

• Coordinate member involvement in local and national events and initiatives.

• Mobilize members for campaign efforts and provide support for local campaigns, worker engagement, and rapid-response activities.

• Develop strategic alliances that contribute to policy achievements and a sustainable movement for Black women workers.

• Report to the NC Organizing Manager and work in partnership with North Carolina staff and the larger We Dream in Black network.

• Travel throughout North Carolina and occasionally on a national level.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2–3 years of organizing experience, either paid or volunteer.

• A strong passion for engaging with communities.

• Availability to work some evenings and weekends.

• Excellent relational skills with the ability to connect, engage, and inspire community members.

• Strong and effective communication skills.

• Intermediate computer proficiency, including PowerPoint and Google Suite.

• Proven leadership experience.

• Diligent and self-motivated.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and inspire others to take action.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the capacity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

• Capability to perform well under pressure and manage time effectively.

• Understanding of the issues affecting Black domestic workers on both national and local levels.

• Reliable transportation for travel across North Carolina.

• Willingness to undertake occasional national travel.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

• A resume, cover letter, and writing sample are required for application.

• Candidates must reside in North Carolina.

🏝️ Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Union employer; position within a bargaining unit.

• Equal employment opportunity and protections against discrimination.

• Training included as part of the covered employment terms.