Planned Parenthood of New York City is seeking a Political Organizer to join our Public Affairs team. This Political Organizer is based at our Administrative Offices at 26 Bleecker Street, New York, NY 10012.

What you’ll find at Planned Parenthood of New York City:

–Commitment: Planned Parenthood of New York City is a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, education, and advocacy. We’ve been here 100 years and will continue to be here for as long as New Yorkers need high-quality health care.

–Passion: Staff and leadership are dedicated to advocating for reproductive health and providing expert care to all New Yorkers.

–A focus on justice: We are here as a resource for all New Yorkers, including people of color, the LGBT community, and immigrants.

–Care for our staff: One of the ways we value the wellbeing of our staff is through the compensation and benefits package we offer to eligible employees. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health and dental insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan including an employer contribution, and generous paid time off.

What the Political Organizer does:

– Supports the education and advocacy activities of Planned Parenthood of New York City (PPNYC) as well as the electoral activities of Planned Parenthood of New York City Action Fund and Planned Parenthood NYC Votes (PPNYC Votes)

– Assists in the coordination of administrative, organizing and electoral functions of the organization

– Supports the work of the PPNYC’s Public Affairs Department in the development of thorough background information on elected officials, coordinating lobbying activities, and tracking legislators’ voting records

– Expands electoral and advocacy work in the Bronx and works on community engagement across the Borough

We’re seeking candidates who have:

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and success in community organizing, grassroots issue/policy advocacy campaigns, and/or electoral campaigns

– Requires one to two years of related and/or applicable organizing experience in political, social issues or electoral campaign settings plus a strong commitment to abortion access and full reproductive health care for all people, as well as a commitment to social, economic, and racial justice for all

– Some experience in policy research and electoral campaigning or social services (desired but not required)

– Current relationships with Bronx community organizations, elected officials, and/ or neighborhood leaders (desired but not required)

– Internet research skills and strong written and verbal skills

How To Apply

Are you interested in bringing your expertise to Planned Parenthood of New York City? Please email your resume, cover letter, and salary requirement to resume@ppnyc.org and include “Political Organizer” in the subject line. No phone calls; PPNYC will contact select applicants to conduct an initial phone screening. 

Planned Parenthood of New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation.