ORGANIZATION: Planned Parenthood Texas Votes (PPTV) is the statewide advocacy and political arm of the Planned Parenthood affiliates in Texas, referred to as “local Planned Parenthood organizations.” Planned Parenthood Texas Votes works to foster and preserve a social and political climate in Texas favorable to full reproductive health care access, through legislative advocacy, grassroots organizing, and electoral activity, to promote and protect the mission of local Planned Parenthood organizations in Texas. 

The work at PPTV is fast-paced and deals with complex and high-priority matters related to the public policies and politics of reproductive health in Texas. Our programs range from talking to voters about abortion access to advocating at the state legislature, organizing advocates to rally in support of reproductive rights, and training the next generation of movement leaders. We imagine a world where having a uterus is not a pre-existing condition; where people can love who they love, be who they are, and find the care they need when they need it. 

PPTV’s theory of change focuses on engaging and empowering young women, women of color, and LGBTQ folks. These demographics represent the majority of Planned Parenthood patients, a significant proportion of Texas’ changing population, those particularly impacted by attacks on reproductive health and rights, and who are also the least engaged and represented in elections, government and politics.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

PPTV is hiring a Mobilization Coordinator that will work for Planned Parenthood Texas Votes 501(c)(4), Planned Parenthood Advocates of Texas 501(c)(3), and PPTV Political Action Committee (PAC).

The Mobilization Coordinator is responsible for executing a statewide organizing plan centered around cultivating meaningful relationships with Planned Parenthood supporters, activists, and volunteers. Activities include and are not limited to - relational organizing, phone/text banking, canvassing, legislative outreach and events, rallies, and voter registration events.

The position reports to the Organizing and Training Director and supervises one part-time role.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

This is an associate-level role. In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

• Achieve robust recruitment goals to create and grow an active supporter and volunteer base and drive forward PPTV’s organizing priorities.

• Generate new activists and volunteers through organizing, outreach, and special event efforts.

• Onboard volunteers on topics including Planned Parenthood policies, priority issues, strategies, tactics, and state-specific political processes.

• Plan and recruit for statewide volunteer events.

• Manage volunteers for phone banking, voter registration, legislative actions, rallies, and canvassing events.

• Follow statewide and affiliate policies and procedures with regard to list building and cleanup, voter identification, and voter engagement.

• Manage the robust, existing activist base by initiating frequent and regular communication with activists via phone, in person, and virtual organizing efforts.

• Support regional Leadership Action Councils of volunteer leaders to support the organization’s leadership pipeline.

• Advance community coalition building for race, gender, social, and health equity.

• Assist other staff as needed by providing materials, information, and technical advice for grassroots advocacy on college campuses and in the community.

• Promote training opportunities to volunteers and provide information on benefits to encourage participation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of organizing experience. Volunteer experience will be considered.

• Deep appreciation for the mission of Planned Parenthood and enthusiasm for public policy, political campaigns, and advocacy.

• Comfortable with, knowledgeable of, and enthusiastic about discussing topics related to sexual and reproductive health, politics, and public policy.

• The ideal candidate will have a mix of grassroots, legislative, electoral, paid, and volunteer organizing.

• Experience consistently meeting metric goals on a weekly and quarterly basis and reporting on programmatic success.

• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage and track multiple projects at once.

• Experience with event management.

• Willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

• Experience working with a diverse workforce and with/for communities of color.

• Experience in stakeholder/community engagement.

• Clear and concise communication with team members and senior management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Collaborative work style; able to facilitate amongst diverse communities and individuals.

• Enjoys operating in a fast-paced and demanding environment, a nimble and flexible work style.

SALARY + BENEFITS

This position is full-time with a salary of $55,000 annually. PPTV is proud to offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees that includes 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage effective the first day of employment, life and AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability for the employee. We also offer optional flexible spending accounts and additional life coverage. Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays, inclusive of a winter break, accrue 14 days paid time off (vacation and sick time) in their first year of employment, bereavement leave, jury duty pay, professional development opportunities, and the option to participate in a 401(k) retirement plan.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online through this link. Planned Parenthood Texas Votes is an equal employment opportunity employer and we value having staff who come from communities that are most impacted by our issue, including current and former Planned Parenthood patients. We especially encourage people of color, LGBTQ people, women, transgender, and gender non-conforming people, and people with disabilities to apply. 

PPTV does not discriminate against any 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 any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, community focus, and innovation.