Volunteer Field Organizer at SHIFT Nigeria

Reports to: Civic Engagement Associate

Summary

• The Volunteer Field Organizer will support the Network team to oversee, coordinate field activities especially with regards to resources and volunteers.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and organizing outreach activities such as campaigns, public events, community meetings, etc for project awareness.
• Assist in coordinating and developing campaign activities.
• Supervise and guide campaign committees.
• Identify volunteers and select leaders for running campaigns.
• Establish a strong networking with media for public education.
• Address campaign issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Assist in networking with public officials for public outreach communications.
• Monitor campaign activities closely in collaboration with staffs to ensure campaign goals are achieved.
• Facilitate the development of campaign materials such as displays, fliers, notices, brochures, etc.
• Assist in developing strategic partnerships with key community-based organizations working in diverse communities.

Job Requirements

• Strong communication and motivational skills, work ethic, and passion for community empowerment and political reform are essential.
• Candidates must be able to work within a team, have proven leadership ability and experience handling a lot of responsibility.
• Strong self-direction and the ability to take initiative are also necessary qualifications.
• Previous organizing experience is a plus.
• A history of working collaboratively and successfully with people and organizations from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds and a broad range of ideological positions and religious views.
• Knowledge of the opportunities and challenges of building and working in large, diverse coalitions.

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Superb organization skills; detail-oriented with strong follow-through and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Creative, results-oriented, self-starting, and willing to learn. Strong task and time management skills.