Summer Organizing Intern - Des Moines, IA (Hybrid)

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Summer Organizing Intern - Des Moines, IA (Hybrid)

Pay: $17.00 per hour
Schedule: Part-time, 10-15 hours per week

Shift times: Mostly weekends, and weekdays from 9am-5pm, some evenings as necessary.

Location: Hybrid - Noun Center 818 5th Ave, Suite 200, Des Moines, IA 50309,

Job type: Non-Exempt

Travel: Some travel required to Eastern Iowa to table for summer events

Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision of the Advocacy Manager with the support of the Senior Advocacy Strategist, the Summer Organizing Intern has responsibilities for building, maintaining, and activating our network of supporters and leaders for the organization in target districts and regions in the state. The Summer Organizing Intern is responsible for tactics including recruiting new supporters, engaging and training volunteers, and participating in phone banking, canvassing, and other volunteer activities. The Summer Organizing Intern will work to carry out grassroots organizing goals and be a part of a dynamic Public Affairs team that builds a sustainable base of support for Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa. This internship offers the opportunity to learn and utilize the tactics that community organizers use to develop, plan and execute an end-of-internship event centered on reproductive access in our community. These tactics can include telephone banking, using the VAN (Voter Activation Network) database to find supporters to reach out to, door-to-door screening, social media networks, and similar strategies. Summer Organizing Interns are advocates in implementing our mission of "Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all." They may perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

This position is eligible for paid time off (PTO), Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), and participation in the 403(b)-retirement plan. We also offer employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:

• Start date flexibility.
• Travel reimbursement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• An eagerness to learn the ways to effectively engage different communities.
• A willingness to take part in cultural education and training.
• Able to participate in and learn rapid response tactics.

• Knowledge of VAN is preferred but not required

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Works with the Senior Advocacy Strategist to represent Planned Parenthood North Central States and Planned Parenthood of Iowa in summer events and activities.
• Execute organizing strategies to support reproductive rights and progressive policies in Iowa. Tactics could include phone banking, door-to-door canvassing, and more.
• Shadow coalition meetings and grassroots meetings to make important connections and gain greater understanding as to the impact and reach of Planned Parenthood North Central States/Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa.
• Participate in departmental meetings as requested.
• Support and implement plans for advocacy events.
• Shadow in other areas of Planned Parenthood North Central States, including the Health Education and Health Center, to develop strong organizational knowledge and generate new ideas regarding policy in the affiliate.
• Identify and support patient advocates, storytellers, and youth on college campuses to participate in advocacy programs and advance advocacy priorities.
• Assist the Senior Advocacy Strategist with developing campus organizing strategies.
• Support and promote local Planned Parenthood health centers in coordination with staff.
• Develop, coordinate, and direct activities for identifying, educating, motivating, and supporting allied organizations and constituencies within the assigned region.
• Represent Planned Parenthood in Iowa at events, internal and external task forces, coalitions, workgroups, as approved by the Advocacy Manager of Public Affairs and the Senior Advocacy Strategist.
• Ensure data and reporting requirements are met promptly and compliantly.
• Take part in staff development, education on health disparities, anti-racism, and reproductive justice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.

When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.

Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.

*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*