Community Engagement Manager

# Community Engagement ManagerCAIR San Francisco Bay Area (CAIR-SFBA) full-time Santa Clara, CA, USASenior Level

ManagerUS $92,888 – US $116,086

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Job Description CAIR-SFBA (the San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations) seeks a full-time Community Engagement Manager for a hybrid, managerial-level role in or near Santa Clara, CA. This position reports to the Executive Director and sits on the Management Team.
* * Community Engagement (approximately 50% of time):
* * Build and maintain relationships with mosques, Islamic centers, Muslim Student Association chapters, imams, and Muslim community leaders throughout the Bay Area. Serve as the primary liaison between CAIR-SFBA and these communities, promoting organizational programs, services, and advocacy campaigns. Represent the organization at coalition partner and ally events. Lead outreach through tabling, flyering, and both in-person and virtual engagement.
* * Operational & Leadership:
* * Co-plan cross-departmental programs including legal education workshops, advocacy initiatives, fundraisers, and community forums. Recruit, train, and supervise Community Canvassers for civic and voter engagement. Lead volunteer and staff development efforts. Participate in Management Team meetings to advise leadership on strategy and operations. Represent CAIR-SFBA externally as delegated by the Executive Director.
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* Required Qualifications:

* ** At least 5 years nonprofit, campaign, or community organizing experience
* At least 2 years managing staff and/or volunteers
* Familiarity with the American Muslim community
* Strong written and verbal communication
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms
* Valid driver's license
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* Preferred Qualifications:

* ** Bachelor's degree or equivalent
* Conversational proficiency in Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Somali, or Urdu
* * Benefits:
* * 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance (for employees and dependents), 12 paid holidays, 10 sick days, 12 vacation days, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, Employee Assistance Program, and sabbatical leave.
* * Application:
* * Submit cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Rolling review through October 31, 2026.

Start date:

December 1, 2026.