December 10, 2020
We are hiring a digital organizer!
Want to join the OCAD team? We are currently looking for a Digital Organizer to join our team

Want to join the OCAD team? We are currently looking for a Digital Organizer to join our team. Please see below for responsibilities and qualifications for the position. To apply: please send a resume, graphic example(s) and cover letter to info@ocadchi.org. We hope to start the interviewing process early January.

The Digital Organizer will be responsible for developing and executing digital campaign strategies behind OCAD’s anti-deportation and grassroots campaigns. The Digital Organizer will also work closely with the Development Coordinator to develop online fundraising campaigns.  This person will drive the organization’s digital organizing and communications tactics including: developing talking points, social media toolkits,  live-streaming, rapid response campaigns, and aligned visual branding. The ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and visual storytelling skills, experience with digital organizing and/or communications strategy, a deep commitment to OCAD’s theory of change, mission, vision, and a drive to experiment with new tactics and strategies. In addition, the Digital Organizer will provide ongoing coaching and technical assistance to help our members and staff to be the best messengers and inspire others to take action. This is a remote and  full-time position in a collaborative, fast paced, and innovative environment.


Responsibilities 

  • Bottom-line (with help from and the input of OCAD’s Advisory Committee and membership) the coordination, planning, and creation of digital content (including strategy documents, social media toolkits and digital plans), with a particular focus on increasing the presence, quality and reach of OCAD’s content on social media platforms (esp. Facebook, Twitter and Instagram). 
  • Become deeply familiar with OCAD’s insights and continuously engage with the broader OCAD team on how to best integrate it into the organization’s work. 
  • Update OCAD’s website with relevant content.
  • Support social media efforts, including concept and creative development, audience targeting and placement.
  • Analyzing digital metrics and analytics to draw actionable insights.
  • Integrating lessons learned over the course of the campaigns.
  • Create online platforms and spaces that connect and grow OCAD’s base of supporters.
  • Ensures and implements digital security procedures and support with troubleshooting tech tools.

Qualifications 

  • Interest in campaign communications, grassroots organizing, and/or immigrant rights. 
  • Experience with multiple digital platforms including but not limited to Salsa Engage. 
  • Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and visual communication skills.
  • Strong commitment to racial, social, economic and gender justice.
  • A goal-driven, detail-oriented, self-starter and problem-solver with ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • A strong track record as an implementer who can manage multiple projects at the same time.
  • A team player and collaborator with strong interpersonal communication skills.


Salary and Benefits
Salary at $50,000 plus benefits. Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance Plan, 16 vacation days and 16 sick days accrued monthly with a 3-months probation period.  


OCAD is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to working closely and effectively with the communities that we serve. Individuals self-identifying as undocumented, people of color, LGBTQI, working-class or poor, persons with a disability, or as otherwise having backgrounds and experiences underrepresented in professional settings are highly encouraged to apply. 


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