Grassroots Digital Organizer & Volunteer Training Lead

jbforgovernor; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JB for Governor Campaign is seeking a Digital Organizer to build and manage the campaign's online volunteer communities and drive grassroots supporter engagement across digital platforms. This position will work closely with the Email/SMS Strategist and other digital, mobilization, and organizing staff to collaborate effectively.

Based in Chicago, IL, the Digital Organizer will recruit volunteers, develop online trainings, moderate communities, track engagement metrics, and report on program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in community organizing, digital organizing, volunteer management, or related field.
• Experience moderating or managing online communities on platforms such as Reddit, Discord, Facebook Groups, or Slack.
• Familiarity with social media analytics and the ability to use data to drive engagement and recruitment strategies.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience developing and leading virtual trainings or events.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Interest in or experience with political campaigns, advocacy organizations, or grassroots organizing.

Responsibilities

• Volunteer Outreach: Utilize social media platforms to recruit and engage volunteers, extending the reach and impact of our campaign.
• Online Trainings: Develop and deliver online trainings for volunteers and stakeholders, focusing on organizing strategies, campaign messaging, and digital engagement.
• Volunteer Leadership Development: Implement and manage a volunteer leadership program, fostering the development of leaders within the online community.
• Oversee Online Communities: Moderate and manage our campaign's online communities, ensuring a positive, inclusive, and productive digital environment.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with the wider Organizing and Communications teams to synchronize online organizing efforts with overall campaign strategies.
• Engagement: Stay updated with current social media trends, utilizing insights to optimize recruitment and engagement strategies.
• Data Management and Reporting: Regularly evaluate and report on the effectiveness of social media organizing initiatives and suggest improvements as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Community builder

Volunteer management

Digital outreach

Data minded

Communication skills

Training delivery

Tools

Mobilize

NGP VAN

Action Network

Switchboard

Hustle

ThruText

Job description

JB for Governor Campaign is seeking a Digital Organizer to build and manage the campaign's online volunteer communities and drive grassroots supporter engagement across digital platforms. This position will work closely with the Email/SMS Strategist and other digital, mobilization, and organizing staff to collaborate effectively.

Based in Chicago, IL, the Digital Organizer will recruit volunteers, develop online trainings, moderate communities, track engagement metrics, and report on program