Central & Southern Ohio Field Organizer

ABOUT ABORTION FORWARD

Abortion Forward is empowering a bold, people-centered movement to protect and expand reproductive rights and access across Ohio.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and mission-driven Field Organizer to help cultivate Abortion Forward’s community base throughout Central and Southern Ohio. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves engaging with people.

SUMMARY

The Central & Southern Ohio Field Organizer will support the Field Department by:

• recruiting and training volunteers,
• organizing communities to build political power at the state and local levels, and
• educating Ohioans on the importance of busting abortion stigma.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, adaptable, and energized by connecting with people.

REPORTS TO Field Manager

POSITION STATUS Full Time

POSITION CLASSIFICATION Hybrid – (three in-office days per month)

TRAVEL REQUIRED Approximately 25% travel with seasonal variability

PAY RANGE $22.00-25.50 per hour

BENEFITS Health insurance or health care stipend, PTO, remote work stipend, self-care fund, paid holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Field

• Builds ongoing relationships with key stakeholders, including elected officials, within Central and Southern Ohio.
• Organizes and participates in community events under the supervision of the Field Manager.
• Works with other organizers, coalition partners, business owners, and community leaders on collaborative programming.
• Attends community meetings and events, legislative events, and other notable opportunities to make connections and educate the public.
• Facilitates virtual and in-person trainings.
• Assists Field Manager in the development of a Central and Southern Ohio political program to bust abortion stigma and advance abortion rights in the state and implements this program under the supervision of the Field Manager.
• Recruits, trains, educates, and motivates volunteers to participate in a number of influential activities and opportunities primarily in Central and Southern Ohio.
• Builds and maintains a team of Central and Southern Ohio volunteer leaders.
• Provides guidance and assists volunteer leaders in facilitation of actions within their own communities.
• Runs door-to-door canvasses and phone/text banks.
• Assists Field Manager in the process of recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training interns.
• Under supervision of Field Manager, provides interns with opportunities for growth, skill development, and project experience.

Organizational Support

• Coordinates with the Field team to implement the Field portion of the Organizational work plan.
• Tracks and records real time data of projects completed, volunteers engaged, and assigned measurables reached.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for reproductive rights, social justice, and advocacy work.
• Knowledge of reproductive rights and health topics from a DEI&B-informed perspective required.
• Experience utilizing digital communication tools such as Zoom, Outlook, Slack, Signal, and common social media platforms required.
• One-two (1-2) years of community leadership, education, organizing, or related experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing contact and voter management systems such as EveryAction, VAN (Votebuilder), predictive dialers, and texting platforms preferred.
• Experience recruiting and overseeing volunteers preferred.
• Experience coordinating and facilitating small events preferred.
• Experience in social justice movement work preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and multitasking ability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to the organization’s vision, mission, and goals.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Reliable access to a vehicle required.
• Ability to travel regularly within Ohio.
• Residency within reasonable commuting distance (approximately 30 miles) of Columbus, OH, is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver’s license

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods (sitting or standing).
• Have a full range of body movements including performing repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Bend the body to reach for objects and to crouch.
• Communicate effectively in person and virtually.
• Occasionally lift and move items up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
• Move between work locations and attend events.
• Travel to community, legislative, media, and organizational events.

Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable laws.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a hybrid role that includes remote work, in-office work, and occasional attendance at community, media, and legislative events and meetings.

The role involves the following:

• Office and home-based work,
• Attendance at events (indoor and outdoor),
• Occasional exposure to varying weather conditions,
• Moderate noise levels at events or in public settings.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, non-exempt position. The role is expected to meet the demands of the position, which typically align with a 40-hour work week, recognizing that hours may vary based on programmatic and organizational needs. Core collaboration hours are 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with flexibility required outside of these hours, including some evenings and weekends.

The role requires the following:

• Three in-office days per month and
• Approximately 25% travel with seasonal variability.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Abortion Forward is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active-duty wartime or campaign badge veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. In addition, Abortion Forward does not discriminate on the basis of appearance, such as body size, tattoos, piercings, hairstyle, etc.

A Note to Potential Candidates:

Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary folks, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.