Bilingual Community Organizer - Raiz Program
Western MA
External Affairs – External Affairs /
Full Time - Union /
Hybrid
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At Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM), we believe that reproductive freedom is racial justice. We are committed to building a world where everyone—especially Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and other people of color—can access the care, education, and power they need to thrive.
Position Summary
We’re seeking a passionate and experienced Raiz Community Organizer to lead our Latinx-centered organizing program. This role is ideal for someone with deep roots in the Latinx community, a strong commitment to equity and justice, and a drive to empower communities of color through advocacy, education, and grassroots action.
As the Raiz Organizer, you’ll work directly with Latinx and BIPOC communities across Massachusetts to eliminate barriers to sexual and reproductive health care, build lasting partnerships, and mobilize people around the issues that matter most.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and sustain relationships with Latinx and BIPOC-led organizations and community leaders.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers and leaders to take action on reproductive justice issues.
- Organize events, trainings, and advocacy actions that reflect the voices and needs of the community.
- Support college campus chapters and youth-led initiatives in partnership with our GenAction Organizer.
- Represent PPAF/PPLM at community events, health fairs, and coalition spaces.
- Identify and support local champions for reproductive justice in elected office.
- Lead electoral campaigns for PPAF-endorsed candidates.
- Create inclusive spaces for political engagement among historically marginalized communities.
Community & Grassroots Organizing
Political Organizing
What We're Looking For:
- 2+ years of experience in community organizing, youth work, or political campaigns.
- Fluent in Spanish and culturally competent in Latinx community engagement.
- Deep understanding of racial equity, intersectionality, and community empowerment.
- Strong public speaking and facilitation skills.
- Experience working with diverse communities, including LGBTQ+, immigrant, and disabled communities.
- Access to reliable transportation and flexibility to travel within Massachusetts.
Why Join Us?
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
- Generous Paid Time Off – Including vacation, sick leave, personal days, and 12+ paid holidays.
- Paid Parental Leave – For all new parents, including adoptive and foster parents.
- Retirement Plan – 403(b) with employer match to help you plan for the future.
- Professional Development – Ongoing training, leadership development, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Wellness Support – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), mental health resources, and wellness stipends.
- Flexible Work Environment – Hybrid schedule with autonomy and support.
- Mission-Driven Culture – Work with a passionate, inclusive team committed to justice and equity
$29 - $29 an hour
This position is part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
PPLM is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, and an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values at PPLM and a chance for us to make long-term, meaningful change. In order to address health equity in communities across Massachusetts in an authentic way, we must start with ourselves. We are taking focused steps to make progress in our own organization and are committed to building an equity practice in all aspects of our work that will lead us toward becoming an organization that better reflects our patients and embodies cultural humility.
We believe that communities most impacted by health inequities must be centered in the work we do. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from Black, Hispanic, and Indigenous people of color, Trans and gender non-conforming people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and working-class people for all our positions.
Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at PPLM, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.
