Field Organizer - Planned Parenthood

JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
REPORTS TO:
Field Organizer
Regional Director of Public Policy
SUMMARY:
The Field Organizer will work closely with the Regional Director of Public Policy to formalize and streamline grassroots
activities while building capacity and infrastructure. The Organizer will also provide key support for outreach activities,
particularly around volunteer activities and issue-based campaigns. The Field Organizer coordinates and manages interns
to implement the agency's grassroots organizing activities in Jackson, MS and surrounding areas. The purpose of the
grassroots organizing program is to mobilize individuals to voice support for reproductive freedom and full access to
health services. Please note that this is an entry level position.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Represents PPSE in the Community
• Represent PPSE in coalitions
• Direct lobbying of elected officials
• Coordinates lobby trainings, legislative briefings, and other presentations for local groups.
• Cultivate relationships with new community groups
Grassroots Organizing
• Develop organizing plan and goals in conjunction with Regional Director of Public Policy for recruiting and
maintaining activists this includes working with interns on implementation.
• Identify tabling, recruiting, and other visibility opportunities
• Identify and cultivate “key contacts” in targeted communities.
• Mobilize activists for special purposes, including letter writing campaigns, phone banking, canvassing, days of action,
visibility events, legislative lobbying, house parties, etc.
External Communication
• Create advocacy alerts for activist activities and events.
• Prepare reports for Regional Director of Public Policy.
Database Management
• Oversee maintenance of data in activist database.
• Monitor list growth; set list growth goals.
Intern Management
• Recruit interns.
• Create intern work plans, organize their training and supervise their work.
Administrative Duties
• Supply Regional Director with information for grant reports, board reports, and strategic plan updates.
• Participate in annual planning process.
• Track time spent and expenses as required.
• Coordinate training for volunteers and interns, with Regional Director of Public Policy and VP of External Affairs.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Job Description & performance Evaluation
Field Organizer, p. 2
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
• Bachelor level degree in political science/public health or other related field (preferred)
Experience:
• Knowledgeable about issues of sexuality education, reproductive health and social justice.
• Experience preferred in lobbying and/or political campaigns, or community organizing .
• Familiarity with the legislative process preferred.
• Familiarity with and commitment to Planned Parenthood mission.
Skills:
• Strong computer skills, including database management. Experience with Convio and VAN preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, including writing skills.
• Ability to earn the confidence of a wide range of internal and external constituents.
• Ability to demonstrate public speaking and training skills preferred.
• Ability to gracefully manage multiple projects and to meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Physical demands:
• Long hours at the computer are necessary at times.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to travel within the community for programs
• Ability to lift 50 pounds to carry items to and from health fairs and community events.
• Flexibility in work hours as some evenings and occasional weekend hours are necessary.
Languages spoken:
• English required, some Spanish preferred.
Essential characteristics:
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Flexible, positive, team player
• Commitment to quality health care
EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
I have received and read a copy of my job description. I understand I am expected to perform and will be evaluated on the
performance of these expectations.
Employee Signature _______________________________
Date ___________
Supervisor Signature ________________________________ Date ___________
Rev. 08.22.12