Georgia Canvasser

Care in Action is a nonprofit, nonpartisan group dedicated to fighting for dignity and fairness for the millions of domestic workers in the United States, most of whom are women of color and immigrant women. Founded in 2016, Care in Action is backed by tens of thousands of nannies, house cleaners, and care workers across the country.

**Interested applicants should apply directly here: https://tinyurl.com/2tzahvr8**

Job Title: Canvasser

Location: Macon, GA

Compensation: $20 hourly

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position: Part-time (29 hrs/week), temporary

Dates of Employment: ASAP- May 24, 2024

Position Overview

Canvassers play a critical role in grassroots political campaigns by mobilizing voters and community members at large about Care in Action’s mission and endorsed candidates, while collecting valuable data for campaign strategies. As a Canvasser, you communicate directly with individuals through door-knocking, aiming to build support, educate constituents, and increase voter turnout.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Canvass door-to-door to mobilize voters to vote in upcoming elections
• Distribute important election materials to voters while following requisite COVID-19 safety protocols, including social distancing
• Accurately input data and complete canvassing shifts on a regular basis
• Check-in regularly with your Lead about your progress and team GOTV goals
• Communicate with your supervisor daily about your shifts and availability
• Represent the organization and its priorities professionally and effectively to the public

Qualifications and Experience:

• Have access to a car with car insurance, smartphone that is compatible with miniVAN, a computer, and reliable internet access for job duration
• Must be relational and able to engage with voters from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to be trained on Care in Action canvasser protocols, policy priorities, endorsed candidates, and voter education
• Willing to canvass in Macon-Bibb and other areas as assigned
• Work well independently towards a team goal
• Strong interpersonal skills and outgoing personality
• Be goal-oriented, a problem solver, punctual, organized, and have a positive attitude
• Believe in the mission and vision of Care in Action
• Flexibility is a must
• Proficiency in a language other than English is a plus

Care In Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Women, People of Color, People with Disabilities, and LGBTQ people are strongly urged to apply. Care workers and other domestic workers are also strongly urged to apply. Applications will only be accepted electronically.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 29 per week

Benefits:

• Commuter assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Afternoon shift
• After school
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person