The Organizer works within the campaign of a Sierra Club-endorsed candidate to identify and persuade voters to vote for the candidate, to recruit volunteers for the campaign, and to raise turnout among pro-environment voters.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Acts as lead Sierra Club person on the campaign of one or more endorsed candidates for Georgia General Assembly.
- Recruits, and coordinates Sierra Club members and other pro-environment voters to volunteer on the candidate’s campaign.
- Educate the public about the candidate’s record and positions on environmental issues through media coverage.
- Produce and process mail pieces to targeted voters on behalf of candidate.
- Coordinate with and assist local Sierra Club Group(s) with their campaign efforts. Strengthen local Group capacity by attracting new volunteers.
- At the conclusion of the campaign, finish the project by compiling and delivering lists and other work products to Chapter leaders.
- Supports fundraising activities for the Sierra Club Political Committee, Georgia Chapter, as needed.
- Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Educational Background:
A four year degree or a graduate degree in Environmental Science, Political Science or a related field within the last 12 months.
Skills/Experience:
- Must be willing to knock on doors and make phone calls every workday.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well with diverse group, staff, volunteers and the public.
- Research and analytical skills.
- Proficient computer skills: word processing, spreadsheet, Internet.
Job Function:
Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Dec 3 2017
Active Until:
Jan 2 2018
Hiring Organization:
Sierra Club
industry:
Nonprofit