Middle TN Community Organizer Job at The Equity Alliance, Nashville, TN

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  • The Equity Alliance
  • Nashville, TN

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $2500/mo

About The Equity Alliance
The Equity Alliance (TEA) is a Tennessee-based 501(c)(3) nonpartisan grassroots organization led by award-winning Black women. We envision a society where Black communities are thriving and have equitable access to power, resources, and the freedom to choose our quality of life. Our mission is to unapologetically build independent Black political and economic power. We educate, empower, and mobilize Black people to take action and keep our government in check. As the Tennesseans 2020 People of the Year, we are the leading Black-led organization in Tennessee that takes bold action to mobilize the Black electorate to be civically engaged, challenge systemic inequities rooted in white supremacy, and stand up against attacks on our democracy. The Equity Alliance shares staff with The Equity Alliance Fund, an affiliate 501(c)(4) social welfare organization. Learn more about The Equity Alliance at:theequityalliance.org.


Position Summary
The Equity Alliance is seeking an organizer to work in Nashville and Davidson County.
The organizer will develop relationships and deep understanding of community dynamics in targeted black
neighborhoods. The organizer will also coordinate organizing and canvassing efforts targeted to expand civic
engagement and increase voter registration on an on-going basis in these communities. The ideal candidate will
have a proven ability to foster coordination and cooperation among diverse groups and will be committed to
getting results in a fast-paced environment.


Essential Functions
The following are indicative of the essential functions required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This
profile is not intended to be all inclusive of tasks and responsibilities required; it provides a description of the
critical responsibilities associated with this position.
Build relationships and organize diverse communities
Identify and work with trusted individuals and potential leaders

Conduct and coordinate presentations and volunteer trainings
Collect, record and help analyze data related to the community engagement work

Lead community outreach, organizing, digital advertising, and canvassing efforts
Recruit and manage volunteers for Get Out The Vote and voter registration activities

Contract Length:

  • This is a part time contract position, beginning April 2025 and ending around December 30, 2025.
  • MUST be available for onboarding in Nashville in mid-late April 2025.
  • Expected to work 25 hours/week .

Compensation

  • Contractor will be paid $2,500 each month , paid at the end of the month.
  • Salary is not negotiable.


Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent


Skills and background:

Office 365 and Google Drive mastery
Knowledge of office management systems and procedures

Excellent communication skills


Experience:
Experience working effectively and collaboratively with diverse populations

Competencies:
Interpersonal & Communication Skills- must demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that
result in effective information exchange with clients and direct reports
Attention to Detail- must demonstrate the ability to recognize the component parts of a procedure and
verify its correctness and/or error
Time Management- accurately evaluate and prioritize decisions and actions to be completed effectively
and timely


Environmental Conditions and Physical Demands:
Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with the fingers, and perceives attributes of
objects and materials

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
The employee is required to stand, walk, climb, kneel, stoop and balance
The employee may occasionally have to work outside or walk through neighborhoods for canvassing events

Logistics

  • Ability to drive. Must have reliable transportation, a cell phone, and a valid drivers license.
  • Work on evenings and weekends is required.

Job Location

Nashville, Tennessee

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit resume through the link in the job posting.

Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis.

Job Tags

Contract work, Part time, For contractors, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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