Job Responsibilities
● Establish and grow an SAFL presence at each of the uncovered abortion facilities in New York City, with the goal of 100% coverage (at least 2 Sidewalk Advocates during every hour the abortion facility is open)
● Gradually set up co-Program Leaders (functioning as “site captains,” but listed as “co-leading”) at each abortion facility
● Train, equip, and support Sidewalk Advocates in New York City using the SAFL program; coordinate in-person, DVD-group trainings, and virtual training options; and serve as a resource and primary SAFL representative for those communities
● Follow up with all training attendees to thank them for attending, encourage them to sign up for hours on the sidewalk, and keep records of all Pledges of Integrity received by each trained advocate
● Oversee outreach schedules at each facility and ensure Sidewalk Advocates are stocked with literature/gift bags
● Develop more Sidewalk Advocates in the area by inviting Christian contacts to future trainings
● Attend SAFL bimonthly All-Team meetings & weekly Programs Team meetings
● Provide weekly status updates to the Regional Programs Manager
● Make a schedule for visiting abortion facilities during the week and mentoring Sidewalk Advocates in their outreach
● Track & report basic statistics (babies saved, workers who left, etc.) to the Regional Programs Manager
● Periodically write a summary of events on the sidewalk that could be used for a story; take impactful pictures to match the story, according to media policy, for social media
● Track and periodically report metrics to evaluate the success and growth of the program
● Assist with other tasks and projects as needed, as time allows, to support the Programs Department
Key Qualifications
● Applicant should have experience working or volunteering in the pro-life movement. Actual experience in Sidewalk Advocacy strongly preferred.
● Willingness to work cross-denominationally and reach out to people across the Christian community
● Excellent communication skills and experience in making professional presentations
● Organized and able to manage differing priorities and schedules
● Excellent interpersonal skills
● Exceptional attention to detail
● Computer and technological competence, including Zoom, GSuite, Microsoft Office Suite, and a general willingness to learn new software programs
● Works well in an innovative and collaborative team environment
● Works well independently and takes initiative
● Service-oriented
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