South Georgia Organizer (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light)

South Georgia Organizer (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light)

4/17/2025

Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) is seeking a passionate and strategic South Georgia Organizer to build and strengthen our presence in South Georgia. Under the direct/remote supervision of GIPL’s Organizing Director, this role is responsible for engaging and supporting congregations, forming and sustaining Green Teams, and organizing grassroots advocacy around environmental justice, particularly in response to the growing biomass industry and other threats facing frontline communities.

This role is about connection and action. The ideal candidate will be deeply familiar with the region, fluent in GIPL’s suite of programs, and committed to recruiting and equipping congregations to actively participate in those programs. This includes educating and mobilizing faith communities to advocate for policies that protect frontline communities, equip congregations to take meaningful steps in sustainability, and help amplify the voices of those disproportionately affected by environmental injustices.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Faith-Based Organizing & Green Team Support

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with congregations, clergy, and faith leaders across South Georgia.
• Build, support, and energize Green Teams (sustainability committees) in congregations to implement GIPL programs and initiatives.
• Actively recruit new congregations to participate in GIPL’s core programs, helping them integrate sustainability, clean energy, climate justice, and resiliency into their ministries.
• Train and equip faith communities to engage in environmental advocacy, resiliency, and sustainability efforts.
• Serve as a regional ambassador for GIPL, representing the organization at community events, interfaith gatherings, and public forums.
• Mobilize communities to address local environmental injustices—particularly those caused by biomass facilities—and advocate for equitable, sustainable alternatives.
• Develop and share educational content and materials to assist faith communities in understanding and engaging in policy efforts.
• Support grassroots campaigns, including petition drives, through outreach, events, and collaboration with partner organizations.
• Build relationships with policymakers and decision-makers to advocate for community-centered climate and energy solutions.

Education, Outreach & Program Engagement

• Teach and speak at congregations and events about the moral and faith-based imperative for environmental justice and climate action.
• Organize and lead educational workshops, webinars, and training sessions.
• Contribute to GIPL’s online and social media presence through storytelling, blog posts, videos, and other creative content.
• Develop regionally relevant educational materials that help faith communities engage more deeply in GIPL’s work.
• Represent GIPL in coalitions, interfaith gatherings, and community meetings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• At least two years of experience in community organizing, faith-based leadership, environmental advocacy, or related work.
• Deep passion for addressing climate change, pollution, and environmental racism, particularly in South Georgia, and the ability to inspire others to act.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking and facilitation.
• Extremely independent, goal-setting self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working within faith communities, preferably across multiple faith traditions.
• Ideally based in, or deeply connected to, a South Georgia community impacted by biomass expansion.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for regular regional travel.
• Home office set-up with stable connectivity.
• Flexible schedule to facilitate evening and weekend meetings and events.
• Availability for overnight travel to GIPL’s Atlanta-area “home office” for quarterly check-in/reporting and organizational meetings.

Salary: $52,000 – $58,000, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Comprehensive health/disability/life insurance, retirement plan with employer match, travel reimbursement, cell phone/internet stipend, and paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.

About Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL)
Georgia Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that inspires and equips communities of faith to organize, implement practical climate solutions, and advocate across Georgia on issues of climate change, environmental justice, and community resilience. An affiliate of the national Interfaith Power and Light movement, GIPL envisions a Georgia where all people can flourish in a healthy environment, a stable climate, and resilient communities.

GIPL is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. People who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and/or members of frontline communities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Location: South Georgia (Valdosta, Adel, Albany, Tifton, Douglas, Waycross, or nearby)
Position Type: full-time, exempt, and remote with regular regional travel.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to:

• Eileen Fishman, Finance and Operations Director, eileen@gipl.org

Contact: Jay Horton
Address: 99 Arthur J. Moore Dr - St Simons Is., GA 31522