About the role#
ISAIAH is seeking a Northern Minnesota Manufactured Home Resident Organizing Fellow to build leadership and shared power across race, class, and geography. This is a full-time, 6-month temporary position based in Duluth. The fellow will work with staff organizers to develop racial, economic, and climate justice campaigns, with a primary focus on the Save Our Homes Campaign. This role requires flexibility, as meetings and events frequently occur during evenings and weekends.
What you'll do#
- Run a petition drive and conduct doorknocking to build relationships and support for the Manufactured Home Residents Bill of Rights.
- Host community conversations, including information sessions, candidate forums, and engagement sessions.
- Conduct regular 1:1 meetings with residents to identify and cultivate potential leaders.
- Develop, lead, and coach teams of resident leaders to advance campaign goals.
- Facilitate strategy meetings and trainings for community members.
- Develop voter education and engagement campaigns to support endorsed champions.
- Participate in weekly development sessions and attend organizing and narrative building training.
What you'll need#
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and the ability to persevere through challenging work.
- Ability to independently set goals and guide daily actions.
- Excellent listening skills with the ability to establish rapport across diverse backgrounds.
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and WhatsApp.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable car.
- Experience in or an interest in majors such as Political Science, Sociology, Human Resources, Public Health, or Business Administration.
Location & details#
- Location: Duluth, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2026 start.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid position.
