Council on American-Islamic Relation
Communications Coordinator
Council on American-Islamic Relation, New York, New York, us, 10261
CAIR-NY is a chapter of the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization. Our vision is to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding. Our mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, protect civil rights, promote justice, and empower American Muslims. For over two decades, CAIR-NY has expanded its services and strategic partnerships to defend the civil liberties of nearly one million Muslim New Yorkers.
Position Summary Are you a storyteller with a heart for justice? CAIR-NY is looking for a communications coordinator to be the creative pulse of our chapter. In this role, you aren’t just posting on social media: you are helping us build a narrative of courage and resilience. You will work closely with our development, legal and outreach teams to turn our impactful work into inspiring stories, manage a fun and talented team of interns, and help execute our most exciting annual events.
Duties & Responsibilities Leadership & Project Management
Reports:
Act as editor-in-chief for publications, managing data collection from various departments and overseeing design through final publication.
Event Execution:
Lead the end-to-end communications strategy for major events (Gala, Ramadan, Muslim Advocacy Day).
Digital Governance:
Maintain and update the CAIR-NY website and social media policy SOPs to ensure brand consistency and community safety.
Team Management:
Recruit, onboard, and fully manage an intern team (up to 8 individuals), delegating tasks across design, social media, and research.
Mission Alignment:
Ensure all public-facing content adheres to CAIR’s core values and legal standards, serving as a final “quality control” check before ED review.
Media Relations & Rapid Response
PR & Journalism:
Draft high-impact press releases and coordinate news conferences on tight deadlines, specifically focusing on campus repression, civil rights litigation, and hate crime response.
Media Outreach:
Proactively pitch stories to local, national, and international outlets and manage a database of journalists and influencers for strategic coverage.
National Alignment:
Coordinate with CAIR-National on rapid-response PRs while maintaining NYC-specific chapter autonomy and branding.
Multimedia & Digital Growth
Content Creation:
Produce high-resolution multimedia content, including community alert graphics, and donor-centric email sequences.
Analytics & Reporting:
Monitor digital KPIs, providing monthly reports on social media growth, engagement trends, and website traffic to the board.
Skills & Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, international relations, public relations, journalism, or related fields. Master’s preferred.
Experience:
2–4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a non-profit or legal advocacy environment.
Managerial Prowess:
Proven ability to manage teams and complex project timelines.
Technical Toolbelt:
Platforms: Squarespace, EveryAction (or similar CRM), Microsoft Teams, and Slack.
Design:
Expert-level Canva, Capcut, and working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Social:
Mastery of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn analytics.
Writing:
Exceptional ability to copy-edit and write for different audiences: from legal “calls to action” to empathetic fundraising appeals.
Salary:
$60,000–$65,000 (dependent on experience).
Professional Development:
Access to mentors throughout the CAIR National network and leadership training.
Benefits:
Comprehensive package including paid vacation, sick days, and healthcare.
How to Apply Pleasubmitthe following to
admin@ny.cair.com
with the subject line "[First Last Name] – Communications Coordinator Application":
Cover Letter:
(1 page) detailing your experience managing complex projects or teams.
Resume.
Writing/Portfolio Sample:
A brief sample of a PR or community update (max 5 pages) or a link to a digital portfolio.
References:
Contact info for three professional references.
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Position Summary Are you a storyteller with a heart for justice? CAIR-NY is looking for a communications coordinator to be the creative pulse of our chapter. In this role, you aren’t just posting on social media: you are helping us build a narrative of courage and resilience. You will work closely with our development, legal and outreach teams to turn our impactful work into inspiring stories, manage a fun and talented team of interns, and help execute our most exciting annual events.
Duties & Responsibilities Leadership & Project Management
Reports:
Act as editor-in-chief for publications, managing data collection from various departments and overseeing design through final publication.
Event Execution:
Lead the end-to-end communications strategy for major events (Gala, Ramadan, Muslim Advocacy Day).
Digital Governance:
Maintain and update the CAIR-NY website and social media policy SOPs to ensure brand consistency and community safety.
Team Management:
Recruit, onboard, and fully manage an intern team (up to 8 individuals), delegating tasks across design, social media, and research.
Mission Alignment:
Ensure all public-facing content adheres to CAIR’s core values and legal standards, serving as a final “quality control” check before ED review.
Media Relations & Rapid Response
PR & Journalism:
Draft high-impact press releases and coordinate news conferences on tight deadlines, specifically focusing on campus repression, civil rights litigation, and hate crime response.
Media Outreach:
Proactively pitch stories to local, national, and international outlets and manage a database of journalists and influencers for strategic coverage.
National Alignment:
Coordinate with CAIR-National on rapid-response PRs while maintaining NYC-specific chapter autonomy and branding.
Multimedia & Digital Growth
Content Creation:
Produce high-resolution multimedia content, including community alert graphics, and donor-centric email sequences.
Analytics & Reporting:
Monitor digital KPIs, providing monthly reports on social media growth, engagement trends, and website traffic to the board.
Skills & Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, political science, international relations, public relations, journalism, or related fields. Master’s preferred.
Experience:
2–4 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a non-profit or legal advocacy environment.
Managerial Prowess:
Proven ability to manage teams and complex project timelines.
Technical Toolbelt:
Platforms: Squarespace, EveryAction (or similar CRM), Microsoft Teams, and Slack.
Design:
Expert-level Canva, Capcut, and working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Social:
Mastery of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn analytics.
Writing:
Exceptional ability to copy-edit and write for different audiences: from legal “calls to action” to empathetic fundraising appeals.
Salary:
$60,000–$65,000 (dependent on experience).
Professional Development:
Access to mentors throughout the CAIR National network and leadership training.
Benefits:
Comprehensive package including paid vacation, sick days, and healthcare.
How to Apply Pleasubmitthe following to
admin@ny.cair.com
with the subject line "[First Last Name] – Communications Coordinator Application":
Cover Letter:
(1 page) detailing your experience managing complex projects or teams.
Resume.
Writing/Portfolio Sample:
A brief sample of a PR or community update (max 5 pages) or a link to a digital portfolio.
References:
Contact info for three professional references.
#J-18808-Ljbffr