Campaign Jobs to Protect the Environment

Fund For The Public Interest is hiring citizen outreach and field managers in Philadelphia, PA, to advocate for environmental issues like tree protection and sustainability. The role involves educating the public, developing advocacy skills, and managing staff. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a passion for social change. The position offers full-time and part-time options, with benefits including health insurance and paid time off.
About the position

The Fund for the Public Interest is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as citizen outreach and field managers. This role is crucial in our ongoing campaign to protect our oldest trees and advocate for environmental sustainability. Our mission focuses on addressing pressing issues such as plastic pollution, renewable energy advocacy, and the conservation of vital ecosystems. Old growth forests, which are complex ecosystems, play a significant role in combating climate change and providing habitats for various species. Unfortunately, many of these forests are currently unprotected from logging, and we are calling on the Biden Administration to implement strong policies to safeguard these critical resources. As a canvasser, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to educate and engage the public on these important environmental issues. You will develop essential communication and political advocacy skills while building membership and raising funds for nonprofit organizations in your community. This position offers leadership opportunities, allowing you to supervise and manage staff in the field, and provides valuable experience and connections that can help launch your career in nonprofit and policy work. We are looking for hard-working individuals with strong communication skills and a passion for social change to fill these positions, which are available in both full-time and part-time capacities.

Responsibilities
• Educate and engage citizens on environmental and public interest issues.
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• Develop communication and political advocacy skills.
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• Build membership and raise funds for nonprofit groups.
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• Supervise and manage staff in the field.
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• Gain experience and connections for a career in nonprofit and policy work.

Requirements
• Strong communication skills.
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• Passion for social change.
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• Ability to work in a team environment.
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• Experience in community organizing or advocacy is a plus.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience in canvassing or political campaigns.
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• Background in environmental science or policy.

Benefits
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents
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• Commuter benefit program
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• 401(k) with employer match
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• Paid time off
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• Excellent training program
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• Opportunities for advancement