About EcoWomanist Institute (EWI)

Agency Overview
The mission of the EcoWomanist Institute (EWI) is to increase the inclusion, ecological awareness, and environmental leadership of African American women within the eco-spirituality and ecojustice narratives.

Program Overview
In the tradition of Ecowomanism, the Power in Small Places Initiative is founded upon a “whole- person” approach to enrich the knowledge of Black women in energy democracy and civic engagement as a right of connectedness for Black women to where they live, work, and play daily.

Purpose
One of the project’s primary objectives is that Black women reclaim ownership of their rights to live in and on land that they deem safe and sacred. In the Black Belt region of the South, Black women disproportionately carry excessive energy burdens and are not included in the decision-making process within the (energy) political processes. Pollutants in the air, soil, and water created by fossil fuel energy production have been connected to premature death, increased heart attacks, respiratory issues, stroke, and other chronic and acute disorders that disproportionately impact the Black Belt region communities.

EWI works towards an action-oriented approach to solutions.

EWI’s community engagement operation will serve as a sharing opportunity. Community members will be offered information they can use during each engagement. Their shared stories of community gaps and strengths will inform future areas of concentration. The initiative will focus on voting and energy knowledge as forms of self-care to reduce anxiety driven by uncertainty and increase their worldview of personal power.

Position Description

Position Title
Energy Democracy Organizing Manager

Reports To
Executive Director

Status
Full-time, Contract; Remote

Position Overview
For this grant-funded position, EcoWomanist Institute (EWI) is looking for a dedicated and talented Energy Democracy Organizing Manager (preferably from the states of Texas, Georgia, Louisiana, or Tennessee) who can hit the ground running and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate must be driven, focused, and committed to navigating the landscape of energy democracy and civic engagement. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in changing the conversation around climate change and work to make a real impact in states across the country.

This successful candidate must be proficient with digital organizing and using social media (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.), texting and other platforms as a method to drive transformative change. The candidate must also be comfortable using tools during in-person events or during light on-the-ground canvasses. Ideally, the candidate has worked on climate or energy issues, but EWI encourages applications from people with a background in social justice organizing, with a willingness to learn.

The proposed term of contract is one year to start, dependent upon the achievement of mutually agreed upon performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison, implement programs, and manage support staff.
• Provide support staff with training, track their performance and keep records of their activities.
• Develop strategic relationships, attend meetings, and conduct informational presentations.
• Advertise for, screen, and recruit canvassers.
• Manage Canvassing Operation which includes the following: cut canvasser turf, read and interpret canvassing report, monitor canvassers’ work quality, and train canvassers in on-the-ground community engagement and organizing tools.
• Conduct community outreach and provide engagement support in the region.
• Set-up virtual phone banks, create scripts, apply survey questions, and create basic lists.
• Proficiently use, manage, and train others to use digital organizing tools.
• Manage and train others to use social media and texting tools in an effort to heighten awareness, build relationships and gain supporters, and increase participation and engagement.
• Build and expand the base of supporters through digital advertising, social media, texting, and other digital tools.
• Develop engaging social media posts for social media platforms (i.e., Facebook groups, Facebook Messenger, Instagram, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records in databases and tracking systems.
• Respond timely to all internal communications (inbox, slack channel, etc.) and keep calendar up-to-date during normal working hours.
• Participate in weekly Green for All team meetings, bi-monthly EWI meetings, and annual retreats.
• Delegate, supervise, and manage corrective action processes when necessary.
• Contribute in shaping the role to further EWI’s mission and desire to advance career.
• Other duties as requested by the Executive Director.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) required.
• Experience building relationships and/or partnerships with philanthropic, pubic, private, inter-faith and citizen sectors a plus; willingness to learn critical.
• Experience in implementing outreach programs and collaborating with various groups.
• Strong technical skills.
• Proficient with digital organizing and using social media (i.e., Facebook, Instagram, etc.), texting, relational voting programs, and other platforms as a method to drive transformative change.
• Experience creating persuasive graphics and videos using Adobe, Canva, or similar tools a plus.
• Solid knowledge of digital advertising including running social media ads and campaigns a plus.
• Experience using Excel and Google Sheets and ability build/manage data tracking systems.
• Previous experience with VAN and CRM technologies.
• Highly responsible, reliable, dependable, and organized.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability operate and deliver within deadlines.
• Strong researcher with solid writing skills.
• Ability to juggle numerous priorities and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Comfortable with reporting numbers.
• Honesty and flexibility.
• Respects inclusivity, and is committed to furthering an equitable workplace.
• Ability to connect and communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences is essential.
• Reliable access to an internet connection and ability to spend significant time working from a computer will be necessary to perform this job remotely.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

ADA Requirements
Ability to use hands/fingers to operate office equipment. This position requires the ability to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a telephone, calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Ability to stand, walk and move about the office, rural/city areas, and other work environment areas. This position requires frequent canvassing and meeting/event attendance. Ability to talk, hear and speak for the purpose of communicating with EWI staff, communities served, various stakeholders, and facilitate discussions and presentations, respond to inquiries, and exchange accurate information in these situations.

Benefits
Competitive Salary
Travel Reimbursement
Dynamic Growth Opportunities
Supportive Work Environment

How to Apply

In your cover letter, please tell us:
1. Why you want to work with us and
2. What is one campaign or project you’re most proud of and the tools you used to achieve your goals?

Please do NOT repeat your resume in narrative form. Use your cover letter instead, and kindly tell us what we wouldn’t know from your resume alone.

EWI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, sex, gender identity, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or record of arrest or conviction. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and strive for a workforce that reflects the populations that we serve.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: Remote

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