Tenant Organizer

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POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE:                                                             Tenant Organizer

JOB CATEGORY:                                           Non-Exempt (Hourly)

STATUS:                                                         Part-Time, 20 hours per week

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT:                            Specific Term, One year

DIRECT SUPERVISOR:                                  Community Organizer, AFSC NC

REGION/UNIT:                                             US/South           

LOCATION:                                                   Greensboro, NC, USA     Hybrid.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:                         January 30, 2026.

For consideration, please attach your Cover Letter and Resume to the online application in addition to answering the Application Questions.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is designed to engage as a support for the tenant organizing efforts of AFSC NC.  The person in this role will lead tenant outreach and site-based canvass operations to help broaden our outreach to tenants in Guilford County and assist with tenant education, tenant engagement, and track key data points for the campaign.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Under the supervision of the Community Organizer, AFSC NC, lead canvassing campaigns through coordination with the Keep Gate City Housed program with AFSC NC, volunteers, and tenants.


• Organize and implement engagement opportunities such as tenant canvassing, tenant meetings, Know Your Rights trainings, and direct action.


• Lead meeting coordination and facilitation with of the citywide tenants committee comprised of tenants that are engaged in skill building and organizing opportunities.


• Coordinate and supervise volunteer in the collection and entry of data related to the Keep Gate City Housed program.


• Coordinate with AFSC North Carolina staff regularly and AFSC national staff when needed.


• Participate in program fundraising activities as needed.


• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.


• Operates safely in all conditions and follows policies and procedures.


• Other duties and projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY / MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS

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MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. 


• Minimum one year of experience in community organizing, canvassing, or developing the leadership of working class and people of color required. Additional experience in housing injustice is preferred. 


• Ability to work evenings and/or weekends and to travel, as


• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.


• Experience with standard Microsoft Office and related technology.


• Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations, of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities. Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with diverse staff.


• Commitment to Quaker values and testimonies. Understanding of and compatibility with the principles and philosophy of the American Friends Service Committee including non-violence and the belief in the intrinsic worth of every individual.


• Respect for and sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, racial, gender and religious diversity and familiarity with non-violent approaches to problem solving.


• Ability to organize, plan ahead and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.


• Understanding of and commitment to the principles, concerns, and considerations of AFSC in regard to issues of race, class, nationality, religion, age, gender and sexual orientation, and disabilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION

The AFSC offers a competitive Total Rewards package.  This position is Salary Family: Program. Job Code Program Associate 1.  Starting Hourly Rate $29.67. There are no medical, dental, or life insurance benefits, short-term or long-term insurance benefits with this position. AFSC does participate in unemployment, worker’s compensation, and social security.

The American Friends Service Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity within our organization. Qualified persons are encouraged to apply regardless of their religious affiliation, race, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.

AFSC’s Central Office and some of its offices in the U.S. are unionized workplaces. This position is not represented.

AFSC maintains a deep commitment to a mandate of care for our staff and communities.  The American Friends Service Committee is a smoke-free workplace. 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Position duties and expectations change over time.  This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive, exclusive or exhaustive list of the job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.  The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. If there is ever a time that you are unsure what is expected of you, you are expected to meet with your manager and ask questions. If you are unsure how to perform a certain task, ask your manager before performing.