Community Organizer jobs in District of Columbia

Community Organizer develops and coordinates social service programs to communicate and raise awareness of services and resources available to the community. Networks with community leaders and officials to raise awareness of specific social or environmental issues. Being a Community Organizer plans and devises action plans to access resources. Organizes community members to work toward a common goal supported by staff and volunteer workers. Additionally, Community Organizer may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Community Organizer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Community Organizer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Alabama Community Organizer (Birmingham)
  • Council on American-Islamic Relations
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Alabama Community Organizer (Birmingham)

    Position: Full-Time

    FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly)

    Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

    The Alabama Community Organizer (Birmingham) brings leadership and guidance on organizing functions in the Alabama area. Reporting to and working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Alabama Community Organizer will be responsible for community organizing and fundraising efforts in the Alabama area.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Communicating with community members in the Alabama area to understand their needs and concerns.
    • Creating an outreach plan to help spread awareness of CAIR initiatives.
    • Coordinating volunteers and other members in the Alabama community to participate in CAIR events or CAIR projects that support the organization’s goals.
    • Building relationships with Alabama mosques, community leaders, and other groups that can be helpful in achieving CAIR’s goals.
    • Conducting research on Alabama issues and possible solutions, such as school bullying, Islamophobia, workplace discrimination, or other community safety issues.
    • Working with other community allies, local and state officials to improve awareness on CAIR issues and create change through legislation or other means.
    • Implementing community organizing programs designed to empower members of the community to take action on local issues such as “school bullying.”
    • Planning community events to engage Alabama community members in activities that promote social interaction with others in the community.
    • Identifying community needs and developing plans to address those needs through cooperation with other CAIR satellite offices and/or chapters.
    • Submit monthly reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
    • Keep track of event finances including check requests, invoicing, and reporting.
    • Work closely with the operations manager to ensure operational policies and procedures are followed.
    • Attend monthly staff meetings virtually.
    • Plan and conduct fundraising events in the Alabama area.
    • Perform other related duties, as required.

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
    • Ability to work some evenings, weekends, and special events as required.
    • Ability to travel locally, state, and travel outside of Alabama as needed.
    • Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading skills, and speaking.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments from a variety of staff and volunteers.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with a high degree of professionalism.
    • At least two years’ experience in community organizing in a non-profit organization.
    • Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
    • Familiarity, knowledge, and experience working with the American Muslim community is desired.

    Starting Hourly rate for this role is: $24.19

    Compensation Package:

    • 401K retirement benefits with an employer match.
    • The employee cost share for benefits is up to 20%. This includes the medical, dental, and vision.
    • We offer vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays.
    • Life, AD & D, and long-term disability coverages.
    • Optional FSA (flexible spending account)
    • HSA (Health Savings Account) must meet certain requirements.
    • EAP (Employee Assistance Program) available.
    • A Professional Development stipend is available.
    • Tuition Reimbursement (must meet certain requirements)
    • If you currently have student loans, you can certify your employment annually for the PSLF.
    • To apply: Please submit a cover letter with a résumé, samples of relevant work, and a list of three professional references, to jobs@cair.com. Please reference “Alabama Community Organizer (Birmingham)” in the subject line.
    • Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
  • 28 Days Ago

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NC Community Organizer (Charlotte)
  • Council on American-Islamic Relations
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: NC Community Organizer (Charlotte) Position: Full-Time FLSA: Non-Exempt (Hourly) Reports To: Chief Operating Officer The NC Community Organizer (Charlotte) brings leadership and guidance on...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Organizer
  • Endangered Species Coalition
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • The Endangered Species Coalition National Grassroots Organizer will work across ESC campaigns and with ESC staff, including Field Organizers and partners (Member Groups, Allied Voices, volunteers, don...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Organizer
  • Search For Common Ground
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Overview : Search for Common Ground will organize the State Department's Secretary's Office of Global Women's Issues (S / GWI) annual implementers conference in February 2024 in / around Washington DC...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Field Organizer
  • National LGBTQ Task Force
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Description: The National LGBTQ Task Force is the country’s premier social justice organization fighting to improve the lives of LGBTQ people, and working to create positive, lasting change and opport...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Organizer Coordinator, Local 221
  • Service Employee Intl. Union
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Title: Organizing Coordinator Location: San Diego, CA The Organizing Coordinator is a staff leadership position responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Organizing Department while providing l...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Community Organizer
  • New Virginia Majority
  • Sterling, VA
  • Community Organizer New Virginia Majority (NVM), Virginias leading civic engagement organization, builds power in workin...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Community Organizing
  • Community Action Agency of Somerville
  • Somerville, MA
  • Job Description Job Description:\n\nJob Title: Director of Community Organizing Supervisor: Executive Director Hours: 35...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Community Organizer
  • The DART Center
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Who We Are Capital Area Justice Ministry (CAJM) is a community-led, grassroots organization that brings together our are...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bilingual Associate Community Organizer
  • The DART Center
  • Lake Worth, FL
  • Who We Are People Engaged in Active Community Efforts (PEACE), is a constituent-led, grassroots organization that brings...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZER
  • Dolores Huerta Foundation
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Community Organizer has an important role in mobilizing communities and advocating f...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZER
  • Dolores Huerta Foundation
  • Sanger, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Community Organizer has an important role in mobilizing communities and advocating f...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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COMMUNITY ORGANIZER
  • Dolores Huerta Foundation
  • Palmdale, CA
  • Job Description Job Description The Community Organizer has an important role in mobilizing communities and advocating f...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Community Organizer
  • The Black Institute Inc
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description Job Description Primary Responsibilities: • Run & manage campaigns. • Will work with Admin & Research to...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Community Organizer jobs
$57,077 to $78,403

Community Organizer in Baton Rouge, LA
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