Activism Coordinator

Job description

Most people complain about politics. A select few organize to change it. Young Americans for Liberty is looking for several Activism Coordinators to recruit, mobilize, and develop activists who are willing to take action in defense of liberty. If you've built a chapter, organized an event, recruited volunteers, or led a grassroots effort on campus, this is an opportunity to take those skills into a paid role and help build the liberty movement beyond your own campus. This role is ideal for current students, recent graduates, and emerging grassroots leaders who want to continue organizing, developing activists, and advancing liberty through real-world action. We are currently looking for Activism Coordinators in the following priority states: Alabama, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, West Virginia, and Wyoming. About the role The Activism Coordinator serves as the primary organizer and mobilizer for an assigned territory. You will work directly with Minutemen, dues-paying members, campus chapters, and community chapters to recruit & train activists, organize events, support educational & advocacy campaigns, and educate and develop the next generation of liberty leaders. Success in this role depends on your ability to build relationships, motivate volunteers, and turn supporters into well-trained activists who consistently take action. You will help create grassroots pressure around YAL's priorities by organizing people, growing engagement, and supporting educational and advocacy efforts throughout your assigned territory. This is a relationship-driven role that requires strong communication, organization, and follow-through. You will regularly communicate with activists, support chapter leaders, and create opportunities for members to become more effective activists and engage in meaningful action. This position reports directly to the Activism Director. 📍 Location: Remote (travel required within an assigned territory) 🕒 Schedule: Part-time, hourly (approximately 20 hours per week) What you'll do Mobilize activists and drive action Organize and execute grassroots educational and advocacy campaigns Mobilize activists to participate in legislative and grassroots efforts Coordinate activist participation in training opportunities, events, and initiatives Maintain regular communication regarding opportunities for involvement Host activism and educational events that increase engagement and participation Recruit and develop members Build relationships with activists in the community and dues-paying members Recruit new Minutemen and engaged activists Identify activists with leadership potential Support activist growth, education, and advancement within the organization and across the larger movement Support and strengthen chapters Work directly with campus and community chapter leaders Assist chapters with recruitment, activism planning, and organizational development Support the creation of new chapters in strategic locations Ensure chapter leaders have access to organizational resources and support Maintain accountability and reporting Track activist engagement, chapter activity, and advocacy participation Maintain accurate records using departmental systems Monitor progress toward assigned goals and KPIs Provide regular updates and reports to department leadership What Success Looks Like Activists consistently complete advocacy actions and participate in campaigns Membership and Minutemen growth goals are achieved New leaders are identified, developed, and retained Campus and community chapters remain active and engaged Activism events contribute directly to organizational goals Performance metrics and reporting remain accurate and up to date Qualifications Demonstrated involvement in student leadership, grassroots activism, chapter leadership, political organizing, advocacy, or volunteer recruitment Strong interest in grassroots activism and advancing liberty Ability to build and maintain relationships with activists, members, and chapter leaders Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable recruiting, motivating, and developing volunteers Ability to manage multiple projects, relationships, and priorities simultaneously Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Basic understanding of legislative advocacy, grassroots organizing, and political engagement Comfortable using CRM systems, spreadsheets, and organizational tools Strongly aligned with Young Americans for Liberty’s mission and principles. Physical Requirements Ability to travel throughout an assigned territory Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events, tabling, and educational/activism activities Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds Compensation & Benefits Position type: Part-time & Hourly | FLSA status: Non-Exempt To Apply Please submit: Please submit a cover letter explaining your commitment to YAL’s mission of advancing liberty, how your personal philosophy aligns with our principles, and how your experience has prepared you to actively contribute to making liberty win. Resume About Young Americans For Liberty Founded after the 2008 Ron Paul Presidential Campaign, Young Americans for Liberty (YAL) is the nation’s largest pro-liberty youth movement, building a powerful network of activists to transform states into beacons of freedom. We drive real change in America by working through our "Build - Elect - Pass" model: Build: We are building the largest nationwide movement of committed youth activists on American college campuses, with pro-liberty students fighting on hundreds of campuses across the country. Elect: We mobilize our base of committed youth activists to be the grassroots muscle on campaigns of principled liberty legislators through Operation Win at the Door. Since 2018, we've built a coalition of 400 active legislators in our National Liberty Legislator Coalition, and thousands of YAL-recruited students have knocked on over 6 million doors to turn out the vote. Pass: We train this coalition of principled liberty legislators to pass transformative policy at the state level. This coalition has already passed over 1,250 pro-liberty bills spanning from Universal School Choice, to Constitutional Carry, to major tax cuts and so much more. You can view the full list of bills passed at . Mission & Vision Our mission is to identify, educate, train, and mobilize youth activists committed to the ideals of liberty and the Constitution. Our vision is to create Liberty Lighthouse States that will Transform Our States into Beacons of Liberty. YAL also works to achieve this vision by electing liberty legislators and passing liberty legislation. Our Values & Culture YAL's culture is built on 5 foundational values: Goal Setting: We orient our work towards specific goals that align with achieving our long-term vision. Trust the Truth: We pursue the truth and are honest in all we do, even when it’s difficult. There should never be a situation where lying is the right answer if we’re truthful from the beginning. Grassroots Mobilization: We win on principle by generating grassroots pressure on the politicians. Unless you are politically feared, you will not be politically respected. Education alone is not enough. Principle: We believe in liberty — which provides the freedom to choose and requires taking responsibility for your choices — and individual rights — which must be respected at all times. Power of the Individual: We recognize everyone has an innate ability to make a difference. Therefore, we are dedicated to aligning your goals and developing your strengths so you can unlock your full potential. Candidates who will fit in with YAL's culture tend to be principled, entrepreneurial, passionate, and comfortable with ambitious goals and a fast-paced work environment.