What are the responsibilities and job description for the Canvasser position at New Virginia Majority?
POSITION:
Canvasser
POSITION TYPE:
Full-time or Part-time
LOCATION:
Northern Virginia
DESCRIPTION:New Virginia Majority (NVM) is Virginia’s leading civic engagement organization that mobilizes and organizes people of all colors and backgrounds across the state. Our year-round approach to organizing involves mass scale voter outreach, linked to ongoing community organizing campaigns, intensive leadership development, and advocacy. NVM is currently expanding its team. We are seeking conscious and skilled individuals with a deep commitment to social change.
NVM is hiring organizers for it’s 2022 political voter outreach. Organizers will have the opportunity to work as a part of a state-wide team raising awareness about NVM endorsed candidates and providing voters with the most up to date voting information. Positions are available in Northern VA. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Direct voter conversations on phones, through texting and at doors.
- Ensuring accurate and complete data is submitted
- Assisting Regional Field Director in meeting program goals as assigned
Required Skills:
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Willingness to learn new technological tools and troubleshoot technical issues
- Ability to communicate across lines of difference
- Self motivated, organized and able to work independently
- Ability to work long, irregular hours
- Alignment with NVM’s ideology and goals
COMPENSATION:
This is a seasonal position with both part time and full time positions. Canvassers are paid $17 per hour.
*COVID 19 Vaccination proof is required unless a medical or religious accommodation is requested and approved.
New Virginia Majority (NVM), Virginia’s leading civic engagement organization, builds power in working-class communities of color across the Commonwealth. We organize in communities year-round for racial, economic, and environmental justice through political education, mass-scale voter outreach, mobilization, and intensive leadership development around dozens of issues. We fight for a Virginia that is just, democratic and environmentally sustainable. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer.