Community Canvasser

CAIR-CA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

A community-focused organization in California is seeking a Community Canvasser to manage outreach initiatives and support community programming. The role requires commuting across the San Diego area and includes responsibilities such as managing outreach booths and participating in events. Candidates should exhibit strong communication skills, flexible availability, and a commitment to civic engagement. Compensation is $20 - $23 per hour, depending on experience, along with additional benefits like a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Availability to work on Friday afternoons and occasional evenings and weekends.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission.

Responsibilities

• Manage CAIR outreach booths at community centers and events.
• Staff phone banking and door knocking activities.
• Support community-building programming such as citizenship clinics.
• Represent the organization at partner and coalition events.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Ability to problem-solve

Flexibility to adjust

Demonstrated commitment to civic engagement

Tools

Canva

WhatsApp

Social media platforms

Job description

Title

Community Canvasser

Schedule Type

Part-time (Non-exempt). 5 - 10 hours each week. Frequent evenings and weekends required.

Location

Based in CAIR's San Diego office but working in-person across the San Diego Area is required.

Requirements

Access to reliable transportation

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Executive Director

Key Responsibilities

• Manage CAIR outreach booths at local community centers, masajid, and other high traffic areas and events
• Staff phone banking, door knocking, flyering, postering, and other outreach and community and volunteer engagement efforts
• Support and participate in the organization's community-building programming such as citizenship clinics, youth programs, and various community trainings and workshops
• Represent the organization at partner and coalition events including rallies, town halls, press conferences, and mosque programs

Other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills. All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties such as answering phones, weekly outreach, and other office tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Availability to work on Friday afternoons, from 10:00am-3:00pm and occasional evenings and weekends
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including compassionate communication and cultural sensitivity, and ability to maintain a positive, personable, outgoing, and enthusiastic attitude
• Demonstrated commitment to civic engagement and community empowerment
• Ability to problem-solve, take initiative, stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and work independently as well as within a team
• Flexibility to adjust and contribute to continually evolving work situations and changing priorities
• A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Arab, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and/or South Asian communities
• Community organizing and leadership experience, including experience working for at a masjid, in an MSA, or other non-profit setting
• Experience with Canva, WhatsApp, and various social media platforms
• Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Somali or Urdu

Compensation

• $20 - $23/hour commensurate with skills and experience
• 401(k) plan with employer match

To Apply

Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, and (3) the names and contact information of three references.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis.

CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.

Salary: $20 - $23 per hour