Community Canvasser

Position Summary

SOWEGA Rising, Inc. is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization focused on improving the quality of life for marginalized Southwest Georgians. As a Community Canvasser, you will engage residents in direct conversations about civic participation, voter registration, and community advocacy priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct door-to-door canvassing in designated communities to engage residents on civic issues, voter registration, and community advocacy priorities.
• Attend and participate in community events, town halls, and outreach activities as directed by SOWEGA Rising leadership.
• Distribute SOWEGA Rising flyers, materials, and informational resources to community members.
• Engage residents in respectful, nonpartisan conversations about issues in the community, the importance of voting, and how to register to vote.
• Conduct virtual outreach including phone banking and text banking.

Employment & Scheduling Details

• This is an at-will, part-time, temporary position.
• Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour
• 20-25 hours per week
• Shifts are mandatory and will be communicated in advance by your supervisor.
• Payment is issued bi-weekly. Timely submission of accurate timesheets is a requirement of the position.
• All necessary supplies will be provided by SOWEGA Rising, including clipboards, pens, outreach materials, masks, gloves, and a SOWEGA Rising t-shirt.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• No prior canvassing experience required — all training will be provided by SOWEGA Rising.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage comfortably with community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to walk for extended periods and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report to assigned canvassing locations on time.
• Demonstrated commitment to community engagement, civic participation, or social justice is a plus.
• Ability to follow directions, communicate proactively, and work as part of a team.
• Must comply with SOWEGA Rising’s nonpartisan policy throughout the term of employment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is primarily conducted in the field — outdoors in community neighborhoods, at community events, and at public gatherings.
• Canvassers must be able to walk, stand, and remain active for extended periods during each shift.
• Canvassers must be able to carry and distribute materials (up to 35 pounds of outreach supplies).
• Occasional evening or weekend shifts may be required based on program scheduling.
• Virtual outreach shifts (phone banking or texting) may be assigned when field canvassing is not possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SOWEGA Rising, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, bilingual/bicultural individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others from historically marginalized groups.

Compensation

$20.00 per hour