This job isn’t a CHW job, but a CHW might be great at it!
Common Cause
Location: Hybrid (at least two days per week in Providence, RI office)
Salary: $60,000 – $65,000, plus benefits
Full Time, 37.5 hours
Job Description
——————————————-
Essential functions: We are looking for an Outreach & Engagement Manager to join the Common Cause Rhode Island (CC RI) team – this is a unique opportunity for someone with strong relationship-building skills to support the fight for a stronger democracy in Rhode Island.
The Outreach & Engagement Manager will build support and resources for Common Cause Rhode Island’s work to uphold the core values of democracy by engaging members, volunteers, and community partners, both online and in-person (for example, leading our popular Demystifying Democracy series).
This is an exciting time to join our team, with much recent success on expanding voting rights through legislative campaigns and strategic litigation in Rhode Island, and active campaigns underway to further bolster the right to vote.
Responsibilities:
Plan and execute organizing activities to grow, diversify and engage Common Cause Rhode Island’s base of supporters:
Lead online and in-person organizing opportunities for grassroots engagement on our issue campaigns
Lead nonpartisan education and engagement activities on voting rights, election protection activities, and to expand awareness of Common Cause Rhode Island’s work
Collaborate with coalition partners to coordinate grassroots actions and advance campaigns
Support the development of compelling narratives for our campaigns; ensure actions and messaging across platforms reflect our brand and values
Learn, implement, and manage Common Cause Rhode Island digital organizing tools to complement on-the-groundwork
Support with fundraising and in board management:
Support our fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation programs and grants management
Manage donor databases, contact lists, and social media accounts
Support our state board, including research, meeting and other logistics, and the creation of materials for the board
Qualifications:
You will be a good fit for this role if you have:
A strong commitment to Common Cause’s mission and to advancing racial equity through our democracy agenda
Ability to quickly build relationships and credibility with multiple stakeholders from diverse backgrounds
A track record of working collaboratively with others
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Critical thinking skills, and a resourceful approach to problem-solving
Strong organization skills, and an ability to manage your time independently
Ability to manage multiple short and long-term projects simultaneously, and comfort with juggling multiple and shifting priorities
Openness to feedback and awareness of your own strengths and areas for growth
Familiarity with Rhode Island politics is preferred, though not required
The following is required:
Ability to work in our office in Providence, RI at least two days per week
Ability to travel in-state regularly
Experience managing volunteers or others (in-person or online)
Experience working on an issue-based campaign
Knowledge of social media tools (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram), basic design tools, and office productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Slack, Zoom)
Candidates may not currently be in elected office or running for office
Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000, plus generous benefits package
Classification: This position is included in a union-represented collective bargaining unit and specific employment terms and conditions are subject to collective bargaining negotiations.
How to Apply
To Apply: Please submit resume and cover letter to hr@commoncause.org and include Outreach & Engagement Manager (RI) in the subject line. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.
About Common Cause
Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.
Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.
How to Apply
——————————————-
To Apply: Please submit resume and cover letter to hr@commoncause.org and include Outreach & Engagement Manager (RI) in the subject line. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.