Position: Co-Lead Field Organizer
Organization: Black Men Build
Location: Detroit, MI or New York, NY
Job Type: Part-Time
Compensation: Starting at $25,000
THE ORGANIZATION:
Black Men Build (BMB) is a grassroots membership organization whose mission is to give Black men and their families the tools necessary to become a powerful, organized political force for liberation. We recruit, develop, and organize Black men with a commitment to love, grace, accountability, and power, bringing them into movements for racial, gender, and social justice through healing, power-building campaigns, and political education.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Co-Lead Field Organizer builds and sustains a strong base of Black men through outreach, organizing, and program implementation. This part-time role centers basebuilding, membership development, and coordination of core programs aligned with BMB’s mission.
The role leads organizing efforts, supports political education and community programming, and ensures consistent engagement, leadership development, and growth. The ideal candidate demonstrates embodied leadership, strong relationship-building, and a commitment to developing their organizing practice.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Basebuilding & Membership
●Recruit, engage, and retain members through canvassing, phone banking, one-on-ones, and digital outreach.
●Facilitate the growth and sustainability of Circles and foundational programming
●Build relationships that deepen engagement and leadership development.
●Coordinate with committees (Membership & Culture, Political Education, Safety, Security & Wellness).
Program Management
● Implement and oversee local programming, including but not limited to Men’s Circles, Wartime Roundtables, and Safety, Security & Wellness programs.
● Ensure alignment with organizational values, mission, and strategy.
● Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness.
Organizing & Community Engagement
●Lead outreach and organizing to mobilize Black men and their families
●Represent BMB in community spaces, coalitions, and events.
●Build relationships with local partners and support campaigns that advance collective power.
Operations & Coordination
●Support coordination of organizing space and local activities.
●Utilize CRMs for membership tracking, event coordination, and documentation.
●Maintain consistent follow-up and accurate records of engagement and participation.
QUALIFICATIONS:
●Experience in community organizing, grassroots campaigns, or advocacy
●Strong understanding of issues impacting Black communities.
●Experience in membership recruitment, retention, and basebuilding.
●Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
●Ability to manage multiple priorities in a part-time capacity.
●Commitment to political education, social justice, and Black liberation.
●Familiarity with digital organizing tools (including CRMs, Canva, Social Media).
●Willingness to travel as necessary for community-building and leadership development.
PREFERRED:
●Familiarity with the community and key stakeholders.
●Experience in racial justice and/or grassroots organizations.
● Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus
COMPENSATION:
Starting at $25,000 based on experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to leadership@blackmen.build
Join our mission to empower Black men and strengthen our communities. Your leadership will help shape the future of Black Men Build!