PPAA--Voter Engagement Specialist - Limited Duration (ID)_Public Affairs

Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is seeking a Voter Engagement Specialist for a limited 12-week, 19-hours-per-week assignment in Meridian, ID. The role focuses on building grassroots support for reproductive health and rights through direct voter contact and organized outreach.

You will learn community organizing tactics under supervision and gain on-the-ground experience in public education and constituent mobilization.

Qualifications

• Commitment to educate and mobilize individuals around reproductive health and rights
• Willing to cold-call and speak to strangers on behalf of Planned Parenthood
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build grassroots support through direct voter contact and grassroots organizing.
• Conduct voter education door-to-door, over the phone, and at community events.
• Engage supporters and volunteers to conduct outreach.
• Learn and apply community organizing tactics that lead to social change.
• Work under supervision of local Field Organizer with guidance from State Director.

Skills

Educate and mobilize

Cold-call outreach

Team player

Organized and self-motivated

Microsoft Office Suite

Access to reliable transportation

Ability to stand/walk

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PPAA--Voter Engagement Specialist - Limited Duration (ID)_Public Affairs

Meridian, ID, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Why Planned Parenthood?

Working at Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is more than a job. It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful work.

In healthcare services, this means a commitment to providing the absolute best in patient care and education. Our exceptional health center staff drives our mission forward by upholding our acclaimed customer service & confidentiality standards, and working to create a safe, judgement-free space for anyone seeking Planned Parenthood services.

About our Voter Engagement Specialist position

How you will create change:

The Voter Engagement Specialist (VES) will spend approximately 12 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 will work under the supervision of their local PPAA Field Organizer, with additional guidance from the Kentucky State Director.

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
• Willing 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.

Salary Range:

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 [e-mail] .

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.