Temporary Virtual Advocacy Strategist – Hybrid within MN, IA, ND, NE or SD

Planned Parenthood North Central States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota



Temporary Virtual Advocacy Strategist – Hybrid within MN, IA, ND, NE or SD
Temporary position through December 31, 2026.


Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $19-$24 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Shift times: Primarily Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. Some evenings and weekends required for events.
Location: Hybrid – 80% remote, 20% in-person supporting events and organizing activities.
Job type: Hourly/Non-exempt
Travel: Travel throughout local region to support organizing activities.
Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org.




Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Regional Senior Organizing Manager, the Virtual Advocacy Strategist performs a wide variety of functions. This role is responsible for building a virtual grassroots activist network and generating active support for the organization across Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota, with occasional on-the-ground organizing specific to the region in which they reside. Will recruit, train, and mobilize supporters and volunteers to act on behalf of Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) and ancillary Planned Parenthood organizations. Work to carry out legislative, organizing, and electoral goals, and be a part of a dynamic Public Affairs team that builds a sustainable base of support for Planned Parenthood North Central States. Advocacy Strategists are advocates in implementing our mission “Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all.” They may perform other related duties as assigned. This is a full-time, temporary position set to expire December 2026.




Benefits and Perks: .

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!
HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network. (ND and SD)
Proximal Health – Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
Employee Assistance Program
Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $500 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
Flex Spending Account
Life Insurance
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
Retirement: 403(b) with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred
Pet Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Earned Extended Leave
Free subscription to Headspace App
Time off to vote.
Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.

We also offer:

Start date flexibility.
Travel reimbursement.



Minimum Qualifications:

One to three years’ paid experience in issue or legislative advocacy, grassroots community organizing, political campaigns or volunteer management, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field
Must be able to travel to and from external sites, including conveyance of applicable program materials



Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

VIRTUAL ORGANIZING (approximately 80%):
Work with the Regional Senior Organizing Manager and affiliate public affairs leadership to develop and execute an advocacy plan for virtual organizing throughout our 5-state region
Hold regular virtual trainings to onboard new volunteers in Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota and connect onboarded volunteers to on-the-ground organizing staff as applicable
Meet or exceed metric standards for virtual organizing
Recruit and train advocacy volunteers and volunteer leaders
Identify and support patient advocates and storytellers to advance advocacy priorities
Plan and execute virtual grassroots advocacy activities and events that support the advocacy plan for the organization
Support policy initiatives and legislative activities related to relevant issues
Other duties as assigned.
ON-THE-GROUND ORGANIZING (up to 20%):
Work with the Regional Senior Organizing Manager to develop and execute an advocacy plan for on-the-ground organizing
Meet or exceed metric standards for organizing in the assigned region
Recruit, train and mobilize volunteers, including volunteer leadership and moving volunteers up the ladder of leadership and engagement
Increase the number and skills of supporters
Identify and support patient advocates and storytellers to advance advocacy priorities
Assist, plan, and execute grassroots advocacy activities and events that support the advocacy plan for the region
Represent PPNCS at events, internal and external task forces, coalitions, workgroups, and committees as assigned
Support policy initiatives and legislative activities related to relevant issues
Other duties as assigned.



About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That’s why we protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect. We are looking for passionate, dedicated staff who are eager to make positive contributions to their community and to the Planned Parenthood mission. To learn more: Our Mission.




When you work for Planned Parenthood, you make a difference in the lives of those we serve by affirming the human right to reproductive health and freedom.



Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Planned Parenthood is dedicated to an equitable and inclusive work environment and encourages all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set.



*Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.*
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