Civics Education Project
Location
Columbia, MD | United States
Job description
Overview
In 1998, the Horizon Foundation was created using the proceeds from the sale of Howard County General Hospital to Johns Hopkins Medicine. Since then, the Horizon Foundation has focused on improving health and wellness for people who live or work in Howard County. As a grant maker, the Horizon Foundation supports innovative programs and builds organizational capacity among our partners. As the largest independent charity of philanthropy in Maryland, the Horizon Foundation is driven to help everyone in our community - especially those facing the greatest challenges. The Horizon Foundation is committed to improving health through innovative initiatives, collaborative partnerships, strategic grantmaking and thoughtful advocacy.
The Horizon Foundation has contracted with Strategies for Change Group through the Civics Education Project to be their provider in the direct 1:1 survey canvassing of Howard County, Maryland residents. This is an eight-week program.
About the Job
The Canvassing Manager will report to the Senior Project Manager to execute strategy and manage goals from start to finish. and will be responsible for training, and managing a staff of canvassers who work 4 days/week to connect with residents of Howard County, learn about their priorities in the community, and understand their perspective on the future strategies of the Horizon Foundation. This position requires working independently, exercising good judgment, and using discretion to meet the office’s staffing and field work goals.
Qualifications:
We are looking for smart, motivated, action-oriented college graduates who are interested in politics and have a commitment to public interest issues.
Responsibilities:
Job Type: 1099 Contract
Salary: $3500 a month
Location: Based in Columbia, Maryland
Reports To: Strategies for Change Group Senior Project Manager
Horizon Foundation and Strategies for Change Group are an equal opportunity employer.
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