Description
The different methods used in liaising with a target group or individuals to gather support for a cause, such as field canvassing (going door to door), candidate canvassing (going door to door or speaking with the public with a representative of the cause present), phone canvassing, engaging passers-by on the street, and other canvassing methods.
Alternative labels
electioneering approaches
canvassing mechanisms
canvassing approaches
canvassing arrangements
electioneering mechanisms
canvassing plans
electioneering plans
electioneering arrangements
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Canvassing methods is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Campaign canvasser: Campaign canvassers operate on field level to persuade the public to vote for the political candidate they represent. They engage in direct conversation with the public in public places, and gather information on the public’s opinion, as well as perform activities ensuring that information on the campaign reaches a wide audience.
Optional knowledge
Canvassing methods is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Canvassing methods – ESCO
