The Texas Freedom Network (TFN) seeks a part-time Advocacy and Field Organizer for its Texas Rising program based in Brownsville, Texas. Texas Rising is a project of the Texas Freedom Network that is building an informed and effective movement of young Texans working toward equality and social justice across the state of Texas.
The Advocacy and Field Organizer will work in Brownsville and will primarily focus on local and statewide advocacy on issues such as climate change, criminal justice, immigration, LGBTQ, and voting rights. May also assist with voter registration efforts in the region, and help manage a small team of organizers. This is a part-time position, working an average of 20-25 hours per week. The AFO will report directly to the Statewide Program Manager and assist the Regional Program Coordinator in their region.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Attend a day-long training, plus additional one-on-one training with the Regional Program Coordinator to learn about Texas Rising and your role
Maintain regular communication with the Regional Program Coordinator
Take lead on local issue-advocacy projects in the region
Assist Regional Program Coordinator with statewide projects
Assist with recruitment efforts for Advocacy Day at the Capitol
Assist with voter registration efforts and management of small team of organizers
Job duties fluctuate based on political cycle
Qualifications and Skills
Ability to work well with a team, take direction and feedback, and share skills and knowledge
Ability to work with minimal supervision; self-motivated
Ability to work around 4-6 hours a day for 4-5 days a week
Must be willing to get deputized to register voters
Must have access to a laptop, smartphone, and reliable transportation
Previous experience in canvassing or other civic engagement campaigns
Previous experience in issue advocacy
Bilingual, English and Spanish, preferred but not required
Management experience preferred but not required
Benefits
$21 per hour
Paid sick time
$115/mo internet and phone stipend
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Texas Freedom Network is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages people of color, ethnic minorities, women, and individuals from the LGBTQ community to apply.