Black Youth Vote Coordinator

Mississippi Black Women's Roundtable (MS BWR) • Full-time • Jackson, MS, US • $40k - $50k / year • 6d ago

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Black Youth Vote (BYV) Coordinator is responsible for executing voter engagement initiatives, mobilizing students, and building leadership pathways for youth. This position requires the BYV Coordinator to be in the field at least 60% of the time, conducting direct outreach, meeting youth, and maintaining a consistent presence in schools, community programs, and other youth-centered sites. Moreover, this role requires strong community outreach skills and the ability to train and mentor young leaders, as well as experience in voter registration and advocacy work. Because this work is rooted in community, it may require some after-hours and weekend work and the ability to balance multiple pressing demands while meeting critical deadlines. This position reports directly to the Director of Civic Engagement and Voting Rights.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Community and Campus Outreach (60%)

Recruit and train student leaders through regular in-person outreach in schools and community settings, including one-on-ones, lunch-time outreach, classroom presentations, and field-based engagement.
Work in the field 60% of the time, conducting direct outreach, meeting with youth, and maintaining a consistent presence in schools, community programs, and other youth-centered sites.
Plan and coordinate Black Youth Vote workshops, trainings, and student-led voter outreach activities in collaboration with educators.
Conduct presentations and voter registration at high schools, community college campuses, and community events.

Student and Youth Leadership Development (20%)

Expand the target population to include youth ages 16–24 in traditional school settings as well as non-traditional environments such as workforce development programs, community youth organizations, faith-based youth ministries, and vocational or apprenticeship programs.
Identify, recruit, and train students on movement-building electoral organizing.
Develop leadership pathways and mentorship opportunities for Black Youth Vote student leaders.

Coalition Building and Relationship Management (10%)

Serve as an active, in-person liaison between school sites, anchor organizations, and youth-serving partners, maintaining consistent field-based communication and relationship building.
Regularly conduct on-site visits with partners to strengthen collaboration, support youth engagement efforts, and ensure alignment with Black Youth Vote program goals.
Develop and maintain relationships with partner organizations, school staff, and key allies.

Administrative and Program Tracking

Document student-led activities and engagement for social media and reports.
Track and monitor school voter outreach outcomes and maintain database records.
Assist in general administrative tasks related to the program operations.

Additional Responsibilities

Ability to independently manage field schedules, travel, and outreach benchmarks.
Maintain a consistent field rhythm and meet outreach targets aligned with MS BWR’s statewide civic engagement strategy.
Maintain weekly work plans and submit monthly program reports.
Participate in staff development opportunities, meetings, and retreats.
Support MS BWR at organizational events.
Conduct regular check-ins with the department and the direct supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Minimum two (2) years of outreach or student engagement experience, including at least one (1) year of organizing, canvassing, field outreach, or youth engagement work.
Bachelor’s degree in political science, social work, public administration, communications, or a related field.
Must be energized by fieldwork and comfortable spending most work hours engaging youth in person rather than in an office setting.
Commitment to social and economic justice.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Outgoing and persuasive personality.
Ability to engage and mobilize students, especially from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends for special community events.
Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and social media platforms.

Desirable:

Experience in campaign development and implementation.
Background in working with students and school sites.
Ability to collaborate with elected officials and community allies.

COMPENSATION

The annual salary range for this position is $40,000.00 to $50,000.00, based on experience and qualifications. Employees also have access to comprehensive health coverage, professional development opportunities, and a generous holiday and vacation schedule designed to support wellness and work-life balance.

SUBMISSION

Please submit your resume and cover letter. Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so candidates are encouraged to apply by February 13, 2026, for priority consideration.

ABOUT MS BWR

The Mississippi Black Women’s Roundtable (MS BWR) is an organization committed to advancing economic justice, gender equity, and racial justice for Black women across the state. Guided by values of integrity, inclusivity, and community-centered leadership, MS BWR works to amplify the voices of Black women and their families through advocacy, policy change, and collaboration. As an employer, MS BWR is dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects its mission, promoting respect, transparency, and equity both within the organization and in the communities it serves.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MS BWR provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.