Field Organizer

Organization: Empower
Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: 09/05/2025

About the Job

Company Overview
Empower is a fast-growing, 20+ person, profitable startup on a mission to transform the gig economy so that hard-working drivers can earn a sustainable living. We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, energetic, responsible, and detail-oriented Field Organizer. If you want to be a member of a team that is disrupting Uber and cares about making a difference for gig economy workers, then we’d love to chat. This role is in-person only.

Role Overview
As a Field Organizer, you will be responsible for helping to manage grassroots campaigns and events. You will be tasked with creating copy, reaching out to stakeholders, generating buy-in, organizing, managing, and executing events. This is an in-person role and will include a mix of marketing and field work. You will work closely with Empower’s CEO and senior leadership. We’re looking for a team player who is looking to make an immediate impact at a high-growth disruptive startup.

Detailed Responsibilities

Mobilize drivers and consumers for rallies and events

Help lead event planning and grassroots organizing

Track local hearings, politicians, and events related to the DC City Council and Mayor

Assist with marketing initiatives and generating press

Create and share engaging issue-focused social media content

Build and grow online communities

Candidate Requirements

1–4 years of grassroots organizing, political campaign field work, or experience working for an elected official

Strong copywriting skills

Able to manage multiple projects at once

Comfortable dealing with press