| Job details here Description Overview Common Ground and Tenants United are hiring two Associate Organizers to build community power and advance racial, economic, and housing justice in Milwaukee, WI. The Organizations Common Ground (CG): A multi-racial, multi-faith coalition of 44 organizations representing 50,000+ people tackling broad systemic issues. Tenants United (TU): A CG offshoot focused specifically on fighting for tenant rights and holding public and private corporate landlords accountable.
Core Responsibilities Outreach: Conduct 15 one-to-one community meetings or neighborhood canvassing sessions each week to listen t o local issues and recruit new leaders. Campaign Management: Train leadership teams to analyze local power structures, research solutions, and launch community action campaigns. Fundraising: Assist with grant writing, donor outreach, and recruiting dues-paying members. Administration: Participate in weekly reflections, supervisor check-ins, and ongoing local or national strategy training. Schedule: Expect a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend events.
Key Requirements Experience: Requires 1–2 years of experience for the TU role, and 0–2 years for the CG role. Track Record: Must have a personal or professional history of standing up for change. Logistics: A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required. Preferences: A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and English/Spanish bilingual skills are highly valued.
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