Summary

SisterReach is rolling out our Summer/Fall canvas to grow our base support, increase reproductive justice issue literacy and gauge understanding around key SisterReach policy issues. We will be going door-to-door to reach out to and have face-to-face conversations within vulnerable communities to hear directly from people impacted by state level legislation and local policies.

Because of your dedication to SisterReach, we are extending this opportunity to our volunteers FIRST! We have not made this employment opportunity open to the public at this time. We LOVE to hire from within!

SisterReach is hiring TEN field canvassers who can commit to an eight-week canvas schedule.  This is an ideal opportunity for an individual looking to make an impact on reproductive justice issues, while also developing concrete organizing skills. A strong commitment to reproductive justice is a must. 

Responsibilities
●     Engage with Memphis residents on the doors and provide education on SisterReach issues and values
●     Serve as a passionate and professional ambassador for the organization and its work
●     Consistently show up on time for all scheduled shifts, 2 evening Thur, Fri and 1 afternoon shift on Sat for eight weeks (12 hours weekly total). Saturday shift may will vary, depending on the needs of the canvass.

Qualifications
●     Previous canvassing experience, either in a paid or unpaid capacity, is preferred (training offered)
●     Ability to follow general script and adjust as needed to audience
●     Ability to meet reasonable number of doors per night
●     Able to walk for several hours (4 hour shifts)
●     Punctuality – shifts have pre-set start times, to be determined by the canvass leads
●     Good communication and interpersonal skills
●     Ability to quickly build a rapport in conversation with others, regardless of their views
●     Positive attitude, detail-oriented, highly motivated and organized
●     Ability to work respectfully with people of all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
●     Enthusiastically supportive of mission and values of SisterReach
●     Access to a car a plus

Hours and Compensation:

Type: This is a part-time, flexible position beginning August 11th (mandatory training) 1st canvas August 12, 2016 and ending on October 1st, 2016.

Hours: 4-hour shifts to be decided among policy and field staff leads.

Compensation and Benefits: $10-12/hour, commensurate with experience; no benefits. Paid bi-weekly.  

Other Info

To apply for this position, please email G iovanni Dortch at giovanni@sisterreach.org
 
SisterReach is an equal opportunity employer.  All our positions require a sensitivity to and appreciation of cultural differences.