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Community Engagement Associate at The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC)

Community Engagement Associate

The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) · New York, USA

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Community Engagement Associate

The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) · New York, USA

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About the Role

The Community Engagement Associate, under the supervision of the Director of Community Engagement, will manage data collection and reporting, resource creation and distribution, and administrative systems that support the team’s work. They will also help plan and attend community events to conduct outreach and distribute community-facing materials, and contribute to team-wide initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Manage data collection and record keeping for Community Engagement events using Salesforce, spreadsheets, shared drives, and other tools.
  • Assist in grant management and reporting, including tracking of deliverables, budgets, and expenses.
  • Create and maintain systems that support the Community Engagement team in coordinating events and communication with partner organizations.
  • Propose and implement improvements to team workflow and processes.
  • Support the development and maintenance of community-facing materials, such as training curriculums, slide decks, policy guides, one-pagers, etc. in collaboration with the Community Engagement team.
  • Manage inventory of materials, communication with vendors and suppliers, and coordination with internal Finance team on invoices and payments.
  • Manage KYR materials request process and fulfill shipments to partner organizations.
  • Coordinate and participate in community events to address community needs and build awareness of NYIC resources.
  • Deliver Know Your Rights workshops and other trainings to community members and partner organizations.
  • Contribute to organizational rapid response events and projects as necessary.
  • Occasionally carry or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Skills

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Proficiency with digital tools
  • Good communication skills
  • Experience working with immigrant communities
  • Interest in immigrant rights and advocacy
  • Strong research and writing skills
  • Attention to details
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency in Spanish and/or other foreign languages
  • Proficiency with office software (e.g. Google Workspace)
  • Proficiency with CRM database systems (e.g. Salesforce)
  • Proficiency with project management platforms (e.g. Asana)
  • Experience using graphic design tools (e.g. Canva) to create public-facing materials like documents, flyers and presentations.

Location

  • Capital Region, New York
  • Hudson Valley, New York
  • New York City, New York
  • Long Island, New York

Work Type

  • Full Time
  • Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote)
  • Occasional travel expected
  • Some evening and weekend work expected

Experience Level

  • 1-3 years of professional experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization and/or community-oriented role.

Salary/Compensations

  • $59,100

Benefits

  • Full benefit plan
  • Unlimited vacation leave (after 90 days of employment)
  • Paid sick time
  • Commuter benefits
  • Comprehensive retirement plan

About the Company

  • The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for nearly 200 groups in New York State.
  • We envision a New York state that is stronger because all people are welcome, treated fairly, and given the chance to pursue their dreams.
  • Our mission is to unite immigrants, members, & allies so all New Yorkers can thrive.
  • We represent the collective interests of New York's diverse immigrant communities and organizations and devise solutions to advance them; advocate for laws, policies, and programs that lead to justice and opportunity for all immigrant groups; and build the power of immigrants and the organizations that serve them to ensure their sustainability, to improve people's lives, and to strengthen our state.
  • Our organizational values: Inclusive & Representative; Fair & Just; Accountable & Trusted.

Equal Opportunity

  • All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship, sex, age, disability or marital Status.