Qualifications:

· A bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Labour Studies, Political Science or History (or related field); and two years’ experience working in communications in social justice movements, ethnocultural associations, Indigenous organizations, or within the broader labour movement; or a sufficient combination of education and experience to complete the duties of the position in an exemplary manner

· Experience building, maintaining and upkeeping data systems that include member lists, facility maps and documents related to organizing campaigns

· Experience running a social media page using platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook for an organization, club, etc.

· Experience using organizing digital tools such as ActionBuilder, ActionNetwork, CallHub, NationBuilder, etc.

· Experience working with design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (particularly Adobe Express) and Cap Cut

· Experience in the labour movement and demonstrated commitment to social justice are assets

· Demonstrated familiarity with labour union politics and history; knowledge of provincial labour legislation is an asset

· Capacity to work as part of a team under pressure with other department staff on organizing campaigns

· Demonstrated capacity as a leader

· Must possess a valid driver’s licence and a reliable vehicle

· Eligibility to hold a valid passport and travel internationally

Skills:

● Build online social movements and move people from online to offline engagement

● Conduct digital,



telephone, text-based, and door-knocking campaigns for the membership

● Involve, cross-train, and motivate members, Internal Organizers and staff

● Work with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures

● Maintain working relationships with, and provide support to, members, Internal Organizers and other staff

● Work with and educate member leaders in identifying workplace issues with a problem-solving focus

● Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

● Work with union organizing databases/programs like ActionBuilder, ActionNetwork, CallHub, NationBuilder, etc.

● Strong personal planning and time-management skills

● Punctual and reliable

● Willing to work long, irregular hours, including weekends and holidays

● Occasional travel throughout SEIU-West’s geographical jurisdiction based on campaign needs

● Motivated self-starter able to work effectively with a minimum of supervision and as part of a team, as required

● Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgement

● Ability to multitask and organize time efficiently

● Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, composure and dignity

● Deep understanding of how to build online social movements

● Willing to engage in training, including from the International Union in the United States, on a regular basis

Pay: $80,835.40-$93,415.49 per year

Benefits:

- In office parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Digital Organizer (Canada)
🏢 SEIU-West
📍 Canada