Public Affairs Black Constituency Organizer

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 24,503 - 34,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company contribution toward medical insurance deductible

Generous Paid Time Off

12 Days of Holiday Pay

Immediate 401(k) Vesting

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc. is seeking a Public Affairs Black Constituency Organizer to enhance advocacy and outreach efforts in Milwaukee and nearby communities. This hybrid position is ideal for individuals with a commitment to reproductive health and a passion for community engagement.

Key responsibilities include building relationships with Black community members and organizations, recruiting and training volunteers, and representing PPWI in local advocacy initiatives. A supportive work environment and multiple benefits are offered to ensure success in this meaningful role.

Qualifications

• Commitment to excellent customer service and to PPWI's values.
• Proven grassroots organizing skills and experience in Black communities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build deep relationships with the Black community.
• Recruit and manage volunteers.
• Implement community outreach plans for advocacy.

Skills

Customer service

Grassroots organizing

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Campaign technology and tools

Job description

PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF WISCONSIN, INC.

STATEWIDE/WISCONSIN

PUBLIC AFFAIRS BLACK CONSTITUENCY ORGANIZER

At Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc. (PPWI), we work to provide quality, affordable health care services, comprehensive education, and strong advocacy. We serve over 60,000 patients annually in 18 health centers statewide, making us the largest and most trusted reproductive health care provider in Wisconsin. Our goal is to help keep Wisconsin safe, healthy and strong!

This is an excellent hybrid opportunity for a Public Affairs Black Constituency Organizer (40 hours/week) at our Administration Offices in Milwaukee, WI, throughout communities and remote.

Benefits

• Company contribution toward medical insurance deductible
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Holiday Pay
• Immediate 401(k) Vesting with up to 6% company contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

PPWI’s compensation philosophy is rooted in equity. Starting offers are determined by both the candidate’s applicable experience and internal equity. The Public Affairs Black Constituency Organizer pay starts from $21.56 per hour. Additional $1.50 per hour for bilingual (English/Spanish).

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Organizers are the face and voice for PPWI in the community. An organizer’s charge is to create a climate where reproductive and sexual health is promoted and protected at all levels—including in the community and, local, state and federal governments. An organizer will elevate Planned Parenthood’s mission through visibility and advocacy. This position cultivates new supporter relationships and facilitates hand‑offs of potential donors or education leads interdepartmentally. Organizers recruit, train, supervise and develop community action teams and create connections at the neighborhood and community level. This position will prioritize building relationships in traditionally underrepresented communities, communities that reflect PPWI’s patient base, specifically black communities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be committed to excellent customer service and the vision and values of PPWI.
• This individual must be committed to comprehensive, voluntary family planning programs and a person’s right to make personal decisions regarding health care, including abortion.
• This person must possess the highest professional standards and initiative and have proven grassroots organizing skills.
• Experience living in or working in Black communities.
• Be organized and detail oriented.
• Be committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the community and the workplace.
• Be flexible and willing to meet people where they are at.
• Act with integrity and discretion.
• Be able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Be able to think creatively and prioritize in the face of multiple options.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to learn campaign technology and tools.
• Strong interpersonal communication in both a group setting and in 1 on 1s.
• Ability to build systems to track large volumes of incoming data and outgoing work.
• Ability to train others to take action.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The position is predominantly sedentary requiring the ability to sit, bend, stand and walk. May require occasional stooping, reaching, stair‑climbing. Requires repetitive motions of the hands and wrist related to writing and typing at an electronic keyboard. Rarely requires kneeling, pushing/pulling and repetitive motions of the feet. Physical demands necessitate hearing, talking, handling and grasping regularly. May require lifting up to 30 pounds. Requires the ability to operate a computer, telephone, fax, copy machine and adding machine or calculator.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is generally performed in an office environment but involves frequent interruptions. Occasional hours, evening and/or weekend hours may be necessary. This position requires traveling statewide, therefore a valid driver’s license and auto insurance in accordance with agency liability standards is required. Must have transportation.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A High School Diploma or GED is required. Two years of related experience such as in community, grassroots, or issue campaign organizing; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build deep and intentional relationships with the Black community, organizations and leaders who can support cross‑movement collaboration efforts with Planned Parenthood of WI.
• Recruit, train, develop and supervise volunteers and volunteer leaders to accomplish PPWI outreach goals.
• Support other PPWI departments with volunteer needs.
• Implement community outreach plans to ensure PPWI’s advocacy work is represented at public venues and make presentations on PPWI’s public policy issues and advocacy efforts to supporters and organizations.
• Represent PPWI’s advocacy interests on local coalitions or committees as assigned.
• Represent PPWI regionally and within Planned Parenthood Federation of America as assigned.
• Identify and cultivate relationships that tell the story of PPWI’s work in the community for use in earned media.
• Recruit and manage Black volunteers to participate in community events/actions.
• Engage, educate, and mobilize Black communities on local advocacy initiatives of relative importance to the Black Community.
• Engage and Educate Black communities regarding Planned Parenthood of WI’s health and education services.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Meet quantitative and qualitative goals set out in the Department strategic plan or set by a supervisor.
• Follow through for incoming communications for internal and external customers.
• Maintain reporting and tracking mechanisms to articulate the qualitative and quantitative results of work.
• Maintain database of grassroots, grasstops, organizational, and business contacts.
• Ensure compliance under state and federal laws, for example with conditions of 501(c)(3) guidelines for approved activities.

OTHER DUTIES

• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.

PPWI is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.