*Position is remote but open to Cuyahoga and Summit County residents only.*

As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations.

Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio is seeking a mission-minded Associate to join us as a full time (37.5 per week) Regional Field Manager in the Columbus Region.

SUMMARY

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Ohio (PPAO) boasts a grassroots infrastructure across the state which works to defend and promote reproductive freedom. The Regional Field Manager coordinates and implements a field organizing program designed to increase the number of reproductive health activists in a multi-county region. The advocacy issues include family planning, contraceptive equity, and access to emergency contraceptives, comprehensive sex education and access to abortion.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN?

Our Mission

We protect, promote, and provide empowered health care for people throughout Ohio.

• We respect and honor all people
• We are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment for patients and staff
• We provide health care - without judgment
• We maintain responsible business practices
• We regularly demonstrate our shared organizational workplace values and standards in order to educate and care for the communities that we serve

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage
• Dental
• Vision 100% employer paid
• Life Insurance 100% employer paid
• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid
• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid
• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%
• Nine (9) paid holidays per year

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Recruits supporters, action network members, online activists, and volunteers. Facilitates trainings for volunteers of PPAO or members of the general public who want to dedicate their time to advocacy.
• In conjunction with education and development, builds upon existing relationships and creates new partnerships with allied organizations to strengthen PPGOH/PPAO visibility, credibility, and effectiveness in the community.
• Manages volunteer phone banking, canvassing and advocacy event recruitment.
• Organize and recruit volunteers for direct actions, lobby days, and electoral work to hold elected officials and decision makers accountable.
• Works with members of campus (Planned Parenthood Generation Action) programs to train and support volunteer advocates and monitors progress of campus chapter goals.
• Recruits patients and volunteers to participate in the Patient Advocate Program and to share their reproductive health and education stories.
• Coordinates with external affairs team to participate in community outreach events, health fairs, and speaking and education engagements.
• Tracks and records work across region using NGP VAN voter and volunteer database.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• This position includes time spent organizing and advocating on behalf of both PPGOH and PPAO in 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 capacities.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous experience in grassroots campaigns. At least 2 years of experience in campaigns or non-profits working with community members and volunteers preferred.
• Interest in reproductive health care, rights and social justice issues. Commitment to reproductive freedom and to the mission, goals, and objectives of PPGOH and PPAO.
• Excellent communication (oral, written, presentation, and image) skills and the ability to move people to action.
• Excellent time and project management skills. Ability to coordinate several simultaneous projects and events.
• Strong computer skills, including database and internet proficiency.
• Ability to work professionally in an often tense environment.
• Ability to function well as a team member, especially on a remote team.
• Ability to communicate professionally with individuals of diverse backgrounds in a non-judgmental manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sensitivity in dealing with clients sexuality and reproductive healthcare choices.
• Ability to build and maintain positive and productive relationships.
• Must be self-directed with ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

Supervises volunteers, interns, and fellows in a multi-county region as needed.

PROMISE TO OUR ASSOCIATES

Planned Parenthood has served Ohioans with safe, accessible, and affordable health care for 100 years and welcomed more than 100,000 patient visits to our health centers in 2020. Every day, we fight to provide this care to everyone, no matter their income level, insurance status, zip code, color, creed, or country of origin.

As a mission-driven health care provider, Planned Parenthood is dedicated to ending health disparities and achieving health equity among all races. We work on all levels through our health centers, educational programming, and public policy to make the greatest impact on the communities we serve.

In order to become the leading organization for high quality reproductive health care, we continuously strive to create a supportive work environment that results in a positive experience for patients and associates alike. We find this support in our In This Together workplace values and service standards that bring associates together and foster an inclusive culture.

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio (PPGOH) is an equal opportunity employer. We care for our business by ensuring that all of our decisions regarding the employment relationship, including the terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.

As a matter of PPGOH policy we affirm that we respect and honor all people and we will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

In addition to the above commitments, PPGOH seeks to have employees that reflect the broad diversity of those that we serve and we encourage all who are ready to be In This Together to apply.