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About Toxic Free NC
Toxic Free NC is an award-winning nonprofit organization based in Raleigh, NC and working statewide.
Our central goal is to get pesticides and other toxic chemical pollution out of our food, our water, and our bodies.
We focus on the communities who are most impacted by pesticide pollution, including migrant farm workers and children from low-income and minority communities.
We use environmental science, practical solutions, uncommon allies, community organizing, advocacy and lobbying to achieve our goals.
Every campaign at Toxic Free NC depends on organizing the people most affected in order to be successful.
Visit our website to find out more about Toxic Free NC’s work and our record of success. |
Community Organizer
The application period for this position closed on Monday, April 8 at 5 pm. We'll be notifiying qualified applicants of their status shortly. Thanks for your interest!
The Community Organizer is a key staff position at Toxic Free NC whose primary goal is to engage North Carolinians in collective action for environmental health and food justice.
The Organizer is responsible for:
- Ensuring that NC’s Latina/o population is served by Toxic Free NC’s work;
- Outreach, education and organizing with people across the state about protecting their communities from pesticides and other toxic chemicals;
- Leading Toxic Free NC’s farm worker outreach & advocacy;
- Coordinating Toxic Free NC’s media relations;
- Maintaining our Spanish-language resources;
- Supporting other Toxic Free NC projects, including fundraising and special events.
Position Description
The position requires collaboration with many other organizations, community groups and volunteers. The ideal candidate must be adaptable to different work styles, outgoing and friendly, culturally sensitive, and eager to meet and work with people from diverse backgrounds.
This position will require regular travel around the state, some overnight. A valid driver’s license is required. Proof of legal residency (ability to work in US) is required.
Applicants should be highly organized and self-motivated, having a demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as in diverse groups.
Candidates for this position:
- Must be bilingual (Spanish/English);
- Have strong writing and communication skills;
- Demonstrate talent and experience in community organizing, whether paid or volunteer;
- Are proficient in MS Office for Mac, email and Google Docs;
- Are comfortable using social media.
This is a full-time position with paid vacation, health and dental benefits. Toxic Free NC is an equal-opportunity employer. We offer regular professional development opportunities and a paid sabbatical after five years of service.
The salary for this position will be in the range of $36,000-$40,000 plus benefits, depending on education and experience.
The application period for this position closed on Monday, April 8 at 5 pm. We'll be notifiying qualified applicants of their status shortly. Thanks for your interest!
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