Job Purpose
The purpose of Young Professionals for Life (YPL) is to mobilize Young Professionals in Michigan to engage their communities in discussions on abortion and to support and mentor local pro-life high school clubs. This program will promote three realms of influence: Community outreach, student mentorship, and professional engagement. Young professionals will be equipped with pro-life training, mobilized for outreach in their communities, connected to local high school students to mentor, and given networking opportunities to further their influence on behalf of the unborn within their professional context.
The YPL Coordinator carries out the mission of PLM by working directly with YPL chapters across the state. Working one-on-one and in small groups with the YPL Chapter Coordinators, the YPL Coordinator will facilitate the chapters’ success through mentorship, guidance, accountability, and collaboration. The YPL Coordinator reports to the High School Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities
Recruit: The YPL Coordinator will assist Chapter Coordinators in creating and growing YPL chapters across Michigan.
Examples of this include:
Collaborate with Chapter Coordinators to help them develop and implement a recruitment strategy.
Develop and circulate recruitment strategies and materials to all chapters.
Assist PLM’s Event Planner in developing regional and statewide recruitment events.
Equip: The YPL Coordinator will seek to equip pro-life young professionals to better reach their communities with the pro-life message in a loving and persuasive way.
Examples of this include:
Onboard new Chapter Coordinators
Provide ongoing support and training for Chapter Coordinators
Collaborate with Chapter Coordinators to assist them in equipping their entire Chapter in apologetics and outreach skills.
Network: The YPL Coordinator will work to create an environment of collaboration and unity among pro-life professionals across the state.
Examples of this include:
Collaborate with Chapter Coordinators to help them develop their local networks.
Facilitate a statewide network through events and virtual communication.
Assist YPL chapters in connecting with local Protect Life high school clubs.
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
Commitment to the pro-life movement and the mission of Protect Life Michigan.
Ability to commit to joining the team for at least one year.
A positive view of support-raising and/or fundraising.
Ability to effectively communicate in person, and in writing, including public speaking.
A positive attitude, attention to detail, and ability to organize effectively.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.
Flexible work schedule, and the ability to work nights/weekends as necessary.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and productively.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Experience in a high school or college pro-life group is preferred.
Salary/Benefits:
Protect Michigan is a support-raising organization. The salary and all expenses associated with this position will be fundraised by the candidate. Protect Life Michigan will provide training and coaching in order to help the candidate reach full support. We have an excellent track record of helping job candidates reach full support. All applicants must be supportive of this approach and open to engaging in it.
Salary and benefits determined by the needs of the individual, commensurate with education and experience.
Ample paid vacation time, holidays and sick days.
Flexible schedule and ability to work from home.
If interested, please send a cover letter, resume, and references to Rebecca Cooper at rebecca@protectlifemi.org