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Down Home North Carolina · 1 week ago

Field Organizer

Triad Area

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$64K/yr - $75K/yr

Down Home North Carolina is a growing statewide organization that advocates for an economy and democracy that works for all. They are seeking multiple temporary Field Organizers to aid in their 2026 field program, responsible for building relationships with community members, conducting paid canvasses, and organizing a multiracial, working-class base of supporters.

CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

Build a rural, multiracial, working-class base of supporters

Recruit new members and volunteers

Build relationships and conduct one-on-ones with community members and leaders

Introduce Down Home to new communities by holding special events, door canvassing, and site canvassing

A commitment to learning and understanding new communities

Create a collaborative, diverse team of working-class members

Implement and lead Down Home’s 2026 Field Program

Recruit, train, and manage a team of local community members to launch a paid canvass

Lead programming in alignment with statewide goals; adjusting programs as needed

Ensure that key field metrics for volunteers, paid canvass shifts, and voter contacts are met

Recruit volunteers to complete various types of direct voter contact shifts

Plan and successfully execute a series of election-related events

Represent and embody Down Home’s mission and values

Represent Down Home with coalition partners, as a media spokesperson, and with other key stakeholders

Play a part in our diverse, dynamic, and inclusive team of organizers and fellow Down Home staff; contribute positively to the culture of the organization

Be dedicated to building power with the multiracial, working class of rural North Carolina

Qualification

Grassroots organizingRelationship buildingTeam managementCommunity engagementMission alignmentIndependent workerWillingness to learnInterpersonal skillsTeam player

Required

Organizer mindset: Committed to grassroots organizing and is grounded in the importance of building a multiracial movement. Is willing and able to build relationships quickly, have strong follow-ups, and move people to action. Is willing to take chances, solve problems creatively and independently. A determination to succeed and build power

Willingness to learn: Be willing to learn and/ or adjust organizing techniques. Be able to receive coaching from managers and effectively integrate their advice into your work areas. Listen to community members and leaders to better understand their communities and ensure that the program is as effective as possible at the local level

Strong interpersonal skills: Be able to build relationships with community members and leaders. Have deep conversations built around self-interest. Be disciplined in accountability and follow-up conversations. Be able to manage relationships between members and volunteers. Resolve conflict and find consensus when necessary

Team player: Be able to contribute to a growing and fast-paced team. Be able to follow directions well and be willing to contribute by offering feedback and suggestions to coworkers and management. Offer support to teammates and be able to ask for help when needed

Independent worker: Be able to manage multiple projects at one time. Meet deadlines and hit metric goals. Ensure that numbers are reported on time, with data integrity at the forefront. Attention to detail and the ability to provide thoughtful solutions to problems that arise. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment where work areas are expected to change frequently

Mission alignment: Committed to the vision of a powerful, inclusive, rural, multiracial, working-class movement-building as a path towards liberation for all people. Is aligned with the idea that building power takes both election programs and long-term base building and investment in communities

Preferred

Previous experience as an organizer or a grassroots leader is preferred but not required

Personal or professional experience living in rural communities, living in the South, rural organizing, and/or organizing in the South are a plus but not required