Membership & Advocacy Coordinator

Membership and Advocacy Coordinator

Status: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Salary: $55,000–$60,000 annually

Reports to: Executive Director

Location: Hybrid (Massachusetts-based)

Mass NOW is seeking a passionate, organized, and people-centered Membership & Advocacy Coordinator to help grow our movement and strengthen our advocacy efforts across Massachusetts.

The Massachusetts Chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW) is a multi-issue, multi-strategy feminist organization working to advance gender equity in the Commonwealth. The primary responsibilities of the Membership and Advocacy Coordinator include: communicating Mass NOW’s programming and actions to our community, engaging activists in their legislative and educational work and recruiting more activists to join Mass NOW.  

About the Organization: For nearly 60 years Mass NOW has been one of the leading multi-issue, multi-strategy feminist organizations in the Commonwealth. Today, we are a member-led grassroots organization and we thrive on the support of our members, supporters, and allies. We are made up of three distinct branches: the Mass NOW Inc., Foundation, and PAC. The Mass NOW Foundation convenes and educates our feminist community through innovative, community-driven programming. In 2019 Mass NOW created the MA Menstrual Equity Coalition, organizing to end period poverty statewide. 

Position Summary

This position combines grassroots organizing with membership engagement. Approximately 75% of the role focuses on building and supporting Mass NOW’s membership, volunteers, and local chapters through outreach, events, communications, and relationship building. The remaining 25% is dedicated to leading and coordinating the Massachusetts Menstrual Equity Coalition, advancing statewide advocacy and legislative priorities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys connecting with people, building community, organizing campaigns, and translating passion into action.

Responsibilities

Membership & Community Engagement (Approximately 75%)

• Develop and implement strategies to recruit, engage, and retain Mass NOW members.
• Welcome and onboard new members and volunteers.
• Build relationships with members, supporters, student activists, and community partners.
• Support volunteer opportunities and leadership development.
• Plan and execute member events, trainings, and community gatherings.
• Assist with membership communications, newsletters, social media, and outreach campaigns.
• Maintain accurate membership and volunteer records in organizational databases.
• Collaborate with staff to increase member participation in advocacy campaigns, fundraising events, and organizational initiatives.

Advocacy & Coalition Leadership (Approximately 25%)

• Coordinate and facilitate the Massachusetts Menstrual Equity Coalition.
• Organize coalition meetings and maintain communication among coalition partners.
• Support advocacy efforts related to menstrual equity legislation and policy.
• Develop advocacy materials, action alerts, and educational resources.
• Represent Mass NOW in coalition meetings and public events as appropriate.
• Build relationships with advocacy organizations, legislators, and community stakeholders.
• Track legislative developments related to menstrual equity and communicate updates to coalition members.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about organizing and eager to learn. Candidates who meet many—but not necessarily all—of these qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with community organizing, advocacy, volunteer management, or nonprofit work.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Experience planning meetings or events.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Comfort using databases, spreadsheets, and common office software.
• Experience with EveryAction, CRM or membership management systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Massachusetts legislative process is helpful but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $55,000–$60,000 annually

Full-time position with a 40-hour, five-day work week

Hybrid work schedule, Reliable wifi and personal computer required.

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Opportunity to help build a growing statewide feminist movement

Funding Structure

This position is jointly funded by two affiliated organizations:

• 75% of the position is funded through the Mass NOW Foundation (501(c)(3)) and focuses on membership engagement, volunteer development, education, and community-building activities.
• 25% of the position is funded through Mass NOW, Inc. (501(c)(4)) and supports advocacy activities, including coordination of the Massachusetts Menstrual Equity Coalition.

How to Apply

Send an email with the subject line “Mass NOW Membership and Advocacy Coordinator - YOUR NAME” to massnow@massnow.org with your resume, cover letter, brief writing sample and three references (with both email and phone contact information).

Mass NOW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status recognized by federal, state or local law with respect to employment opportunities. Please visit our website at www.massnow.org for more information. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Applications submitted through LinkedIn easy apply will NOT be reviewed.