Youth Organizer

The African American Roundtable (AART) organizes, nurtures, and transforms Black leaders to build power in service of Black liberation.

ABOUT THE AFRICAN AMERICAN ROUNDTABLE:  

We are seeking a passionate, responsible, and relationship-driven Youth Leadership Organizer to help grow and develop the next generation of Black leaders in Milwaukee.

This is an exciting opportunity for a young organizer who believes in the power of Black communities, is committed to social change, and is ready to build relationships that move people into action. We are looking for someone who is not afraid to talk to new people, take initiative, follow through on commitments, and help create opportunities for young people to lead.

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The African American Roundtable seeks a passionate, responsible, and self-motivated Youth Leadership Organizer to help build the next generation of Black leaders in Milwaukee. The Youth Leadership Organizer will recruit, engage, organize, and develop young people through relationship-building, political education, leadership development, and grassroots organizing. The organizer will help strengthen connections between young people, schools, community organizations, and movement partners while supporting campaigns focused on issues impacting Black communities, including education justice, community safety, civic engagement, and systems change.

We are looking for someone who is not only passionate about social change, but who is willing to do the day-to-day work of organizing: building relationships, making calls, having one-on-one conversations, showing up consistently, and helping move people into action. The ideal candidate is dependable, accountable, eager to learn, and committed to building collective power alongside Black youth and communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Membership Development and Community Outreach

• Recruit, retain, and engage youth members through relationship-building and leadership development
• Conduct outreach through canvassing, one-on-one conversations, phone banking, tabling, and relational organizing
• Cultivate and sustain relationships with youth, educators, schools, faith communities, and local organizations
• Build pathways for engaged youth to move into leadership opportunities and organizing campaigns
• Maintain organized membership databases, outreach systems, and participation tracking

Organizing and Campaign Support

• Support youth-led organizing campaigns and community-based initiatives
• Organize youth participation in actions, mobilizations, town halls, civic engagement activities, and campaign events
• Help identify community priorities and translate concerns into organizing strategies and campaign goals
• Participate in planning and implementing organizing strategies, projects, events, and campaigns that further AART’s mission
• Represent the African American Roundtable at meetings, coalition spaces, community events, and public engagements

Leadership Development and Political Education

• Develop and facilitate leadership development, political education, and organizing trainings for youth members
• Provide mentorship and coaching that strengthen organizing, advocacy, facilitation, and public leadership skills
• Embed AART’s values throughout youth programming, communication, retreats, and organizing spaces
• Learn and practice AART’s abolition culture and politic
• Support young people in becoming leaders capable of organizing for systems change and Black liberation

Program Coordination and Administration

• Coordinate meetings, trainings, events, and organizing activities both virtually and in person
• Support planning for youth events, public education sessions, retreats, and mobilizations
• Assist with communication materials including newsletters, outreach materials, and social media content
• Maintain outreach documentation, participation records, calendars, and program updates
• Provide regular updates regarding goals, strategy, and engagement efforts

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

We recognize that leadership can develop in many places. We encourage applicants to apply even if they do not meet every qualification listed below:

Required Qualities We Are Looking For: 

• Deep commitment to Black liberation, racial justice, and community power-building.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a genuine interest in connecting with people.
• Dependable, responsible, and able to follow through on commitments.
• Willingness to learn, receive feedback, and continue growing as an organizer and leader.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in youth leadership, student organizing, community organizing, advocacy, activism, faith-based leadership, mentoring, or community engagement.
• Experience using Google Workspace, Zoom, and social media platforms.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Experience

• Experience facilitating discussions, workshops, trainings, or youth activities.
• Familiarity with Milwaukee communities and issues impacting Black youth.
• Experience with outreach, recruitment, canvassing, event planning, or membership-building.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary range: $50,400-$55,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for mental and physical well-being.
• Paid time off and organizational holidays.
• Mileage reimbursement for approved travel.
• Partial cell phone reimbursement.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.