PPAA--Voter Engagement Specialist (AK)_Public Affairs

PPAA--Voter Engagement Specialist (AK)_Public Affairs
Anchorage, AK, USA

Job Description
The Voter Engagement Specialist (VES) will spend approximately 24 weeks at 19 hours per week building grassroots support for reproductive health and rights through direct voter contact and grassroots organizing. The VES will learn and apply community organizing tactics that lead to social change, such as engaging supporters and volunteers to conduct voter education door‑to‑door, over the phone, and through outreach at community events. The VES works under the supervision of their local PPAA Field Organizer, with additional guidance from the Indiana Director. This is a temporary position.

What’s in it for you
The Voter Engagement Specialist will receive training and on‑the‑ground experience in public education and constituent mobilization. Former VES candidates who participated in Planned Parenthood’s organizing programs were able to gain the skills to work for political campaigns and well‑respected progressive non‑profit organizations. In addition to being a significant leadership development opportunity, the VES is a paid position.

Minimum Qualifications

Commitment to educate and mobilize individuals around issues of reproductive health and rights

Willings to cold‑call and speak to strangers on behalf of Planned Parenthood and the work we do

Team player and good independent worker

Well‑organized and self‑motivated

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and cloud‑based file sharing systems

Live in or have proficiency in the assigned geographic area

Access to reliable personal transportation is a necessity

Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time is a necessity

May require lifting up to 50 lbs.

Position Type
Temporary – non‑exempt

Benefits Eligibility
This position is not eligible for PPGNHAIK benefits. As part of our total compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short and long‑term disability and life insurance. For additional information about our benefits program, please send an email to hre.contacts@ppgnhaik.org .

Other Information
All new hires are strongly recommended to have the COVID‑19 vaccination, including boosters. All new hires hired between September and April must present proof of receiving a current flu shot.

What we expect from you

That you adhere to our code of conduct, policies, procedures, and protocols.

That you always demonstrate a high degree of professionalism.

That you always support and model our customer service standards.

That you value continuous learning and seek ongoing training and development.

Our commitment to diversity
At PPGNHAIK, we’ve outlined our priorities and goals as we continue to cultivate and promote a diverse, equitable, & inclusive culture that champions dignity, care, and respect, and where employees feel welcomed and motivated to do their best. These priorities reflect our promise to support programs and initiatives that promote continuous learning and organizational development and discussions on DEI topics; provide internal developmental opportunities; and assess what more we can do to nurture a supportive and equitable work environment.

PPGNHAIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity will be provided to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, protected veteran status, marital status, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

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