Position Summary

Coordinates volunteer cultivation and engagement, grows the organization’s volunteer networks, and supports growth of partner organization collaboration through community building events and direct actions

Essential Responsibilities and Tasks 

• Determines volunteer needs and opportunities within AAF’s departments and programs, including production projects, community building events, clinic support work, organizing and advocacy, social media, and grassroots fundraising initiatives
• Develops annual volunteer engagement expectations, goals and outcomes for each area of work in conjunction with AAF’s strategic plan
• Communicates with volunteers, potential volunteers, and partner organizations through email, phone, and social media using the tone and style of AAF
• Creates and updates volunteer recruitment materials and resources as needed, ensuring that volunteers know and are comfortable utilizing the tone and brand of AAF
• Plans and facilitates volunteer orientations, meetings, trainings, and workshops in collaboration with department staff
• Supports planning and organization of community building events and direct actions and represents AAF at events
• Manages and updates volunteer database and other internal tracking systems
• Supports growth and leadership development of AAF volunteer networks across the country
• Cultivates relationships with organizations and individuals for strategic opportunities for collaboration
• Facilitates and works to grow AAF’s “Scrappy Coalition” of small, independent abortion activist groups
• Some travel required, as well as some evening/weekend events

Required Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Ability 

• Incredibly organized
• Experience in community organizing or progressive political campaigns
• Group facilitation skills
• Event planning experience
• Experience with direct action
• Attention to detail and deadlines. Strong follow-through
• Follow-up, time management, multi-tasking, and the ability to shift priorities
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently requiring minimal supervision and under pressure
• Sharp strategic and advocacy knowledge and instincts
• Experience working with Salsa Engage or a relevant database CRM
• Some basic design skills (e.g. using Canva)
• A self-starter

You will Thrive in this Role if You Are…

• A people person! You are energized by meeting new people and finding out what moves them
• Enthusiastic about AAF’s mission and passionate about reproductive rights and justice
• Have a strong sense of humor and see the role comedy and joy can play in social movements

How to Apply

Candidates will be considered on a first come, first serve basis. Please submit a resume and cover letter to anna@aafront.org and reference AAF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT…

Location

Brooklyn, NY