COORDINTES WITH The Public Engagement (PE) division works with staff, including directors and managers across Digital Marketing and Supporter Engagement, Brand and Engagement, Design and Content, Senior Leadership Team, Executive Office, Policy and Practice, and Impact Resource Development teams, as well as communications and organizing professionals from across the Oxfam International confederation.
This position will work primarily with the Volunteer Engagement Advisor, Campaign Leads, Resource Development, Public Engagement colleagues, Sisters on the Planet Ambassadors, external allies and partners, digital, communications, and policy teams.PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Oxfam America is seeking an energetic organizer to join the Brand and Engagement team in a new hybrid role that combines volunteer engagement, organizing and brand building. The Engagement & Organizing Advisor will support efforts to build, sustain, and activate members of the Oxfam Action Network for an Equal Future and other supporters across the U.S. through in-person activations, volunteer leadership development, and advocacy to external stakeholders on issues that drive inequality.
This position is a core member of the Brand & Engagement team that leads Oxfam’s work to recruit new supporters, nurture leadership, and deepen supporter involvement in Oxfam’s mission to fight inequality to end poverty and injustice. Under the direction of the Senior Manager, the Engagement & Organizing Advisor will implement plans and tactics that mobilize new and existing supporters, including national influential supporters, allies, and volunteers—who are passionate about confronting inequality locally and globally. With support and direction from the senior manager, this role will focus on creating an engaged network of supporters to take action in support of Oxfam's work on issues including economic justice and humanitarian crisis around the world. The ideal candidate is a convener and community-builder who brings creative tactics, a deep understanding of organizing, advocacy, and a strong commitment to anti-racist and feminist principles.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES As a key member of Oxfam’s priority campaigns, this role will create both digital and in-person engagement plans and tools to grow support for Oxfam, while helping supporters build and strengthen their own networks and directly influence external stakeholders.
Organizing and Mobilization
In collaboration with Senior Manager, Organizing and Influencing, execute organizing plans that drive public engagement across advocacy and brand campaigns.
Plan at least 3 major public-facing events and/or physical activations per year (e.g., stunts, rallies, festivals, town halls) to recruit and cultivate new Action Network members and supporters in coordination with Campaign and Brand and Engagement teams.In coordination with the Senior Manager and the Volunteer Engagement Advisor, identify, recruit, and support a diverse cohort of volunteers and Action Network members in strategic markets to represent Oxfam and mobilize local actions.
Implement strategies that link local organizing efforts with national narrative, brand, and advocacy goals.
Build relationships with and facilitate in person engagement with influential supporters, strategic allies—Oxfam supporters such as Sisters on the Planet Ambassadors, ally organizations, and corporate & policymaker targets, as needed
Volunteer Engagement and Development
Design and deliver training materials, digital content, and educational tools to support Action Network members and other volunteers.Facilitate online and offline spaces where Action Network Members and other volunteers can collaborate, share stories, and grow together.
Ensure that Action Network members and volunteers are trained in and adhere to Oxfam’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policies.
Support peer-to-peer learning and a culture of joy, inclusion, and shared purpose among volunteers.
Cross-Team Integration and Supporter Experience
Collaborate closely with Campaigns, Public Engagement, and Resource Development teams to ensure an integrated and consistent supporter journey.Support volunteer participation in fundraising campaigns, digital engagement efforts, and brand-building moments.
Use CRM and digital organizing tools to track engagement and analyze organizing and volunteer data to improve targeting and retention.
Content and Community Activation
Co-create digital and in-person campaign toolkits and engagement content aligned with advocacy goals and narrative plans.
Provide input and insight into messaging, audience insights, and campaign framing based on interactions with volunteer communities.
Serve as an external representative of Oxfam in community organizing spaces, conferences, and ally coalitions.   POSITION EXPECTATIONS Demonstrates Continuous Learning: Stays current with emerging organizing trends, digital engagement strategies, and supporter experience practices. Applies learning to improve campaign outcomes and volunteer engagement.
Builds Collaborative Relationships: Works effectively across functions and teams to support a unified, team-based work culture. Treats all people with dignity and respect and builds inclusive organizing communities.
Commits to Equity and Inclusion: Applies a working knowledge of gender justice, racial equity, and inclusive practices in all aspects of organizing and volunteer development. Contributes to Oxfam’s mission to center equity in public engagement and leadership.
Promotes a Safe and Respectful Environment: Upholds Oxfam’s safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct. Ensures volunteers and staff experience a culture of safety, mutual respect, and accountability.Supports Strategic Public Engagement: Helps advance campaign and brand priorities through grassroots mobilization, volunteer leadership development, and strategic community activation.
Travel and Availability: Willing to travel domestically up to 30% of the time. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.