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Canvasser

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Los Angeles, California, United States
Full-time

Our canvassers persuade the general public to support Amnesty International USA’s (AIUSA) mission. Canvassers work in public spaces informing people about our work and inspiring them to support us as members.  

This is a full-time paid position working directly for AIUSA.  Opportunities for advancement are available.  Base pay starts at $13/hr for the first 2 weeks of training, after 2 weeks $15/hr, and after 6 months $17/hr. Team leaders can make up to $37.5K annually.  

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Distribute information about Amnesty International’s mission.
  • Represent a positive image of AIUSA to the public.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Roles requiring strong communication skills a plus. 
  • Sales experience good, but not required.

  Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Positive energy and attitude
  • Interest/ passion for human rights issues and AIUSA’s mission
  • Motivated and driven
Job Function: 

Organization Info

Amnesty International USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Founded: 
1992
About Us
Mission: 

Amnesty International is a global movement of people fighting injustice and promoting human rights.

We work to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth and dignity are denied. Currently the world’s largest grassroots human rights organization, we investigate and expose abuses, educate and mobilize the public, and help transform societies to create a safer, more just world. We received the Nobel Peace Prize for our life-saving work.

Amnesty International USA is the US National section of Amnesty International.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 2 2018
Active Until: 
May 2 2018
Hiring Organization: 
Amnesty International USA
industry: 
Nonprofit