Grassroots Field Organizer & Community Advocate

Ohio Citizen Action; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Citizen Action informs, organizes, and mobilizes people to advocate for public interests across issues and campaigns. They engage people in actions to protect public health, improve environmental quality, and benefit consumers. The role supports community outreach, grassroots organizing, and staff development in a non-profit setting.

The position offers training, field office exposure, and meaningful opportunities to influence policy and democracy at the local level in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to engage diverse community members.
• Resilience and determination in dynamic work environments.
• Interest in environmental protection, politics, or nonprofit work.
• Commitment to professional growth and taking on more senior roles.
• Training provided on responsibilities and covered issues.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs as needed.
• Able to be on your feet and walk for extended periods.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Valid vehicle insurance preferred.
• Reliable transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with community members about environmental, consumer, and health issues.
• Engage communities and build support to hold politicians accountable.
• Participate in staff meetings, campaign briefings, and events.
• Develop understanding of issues to inform organizing efforts.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and managing campaign staff.
• Learn field office management under supervision of the Canvass Director.

Skills

Strong communication

Resilience

Interest in issues

Commitment to growth

Training provided

Able to lift 30lbs

Able to stand/walk

Reliable transportation

Driver's license preferred

Vehicle insurance preferred

Job description

Ohio Citizen Action informs, organizes, and mobilizes people to advocate for public interests across issues and campaigns. They engage people in actions to protect public health, improve environmental quality, and benefit consumers. The role supports community outreach, grassroots organizing, and staff development in a non-profit setting.

The position offers training, field office exposure, and meaningful opportunities to influence policy and democracy at the local level in Cincinnati, Ohio.