Community Engagement Associate

Department: Advocacy

Reports to: Director of Community Engagement

Status: Full Time/ Non-Exempt (40 hours/ week)

Salary: $59,100

Location: Candidates may be based in the Capital Region, Hudson Valley, New York City, or Long Island. Occasional travel to other regions within New York State is expected. This position is hybrid with a requirement of 4 days in-office and 1 day remote per week.

About the organization:

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.

The Community Engagement team, situated within the Advocacy department, focuses on outreach to immigrant communities, Know Your Rights education, and community building events across New York State.

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.

Our ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, proficiency with digital tools, good communication skills, experience working with immigrant communities, and an interest in immigrant rights and advocacy.

Admin and data management

• 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 workflows and processes

Resource creation and distribution

• 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

Events and general support

• 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 team-wide initiatives, project planning, and strategy development
• Contribute to organizational rapid response events and projects as necessary
• May occasionally carry or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds

• 1-3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in a nonprofit organization and/or community-oriented role
• Knowledge of and commitment to social justice, immigrant justice, and New York State’s diverse immigrant communities preferred
• Strong research and writing skills a must
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or other foreign languages
• Proficiency with office software (e.g. Google Workspace), CRM database systems (e.g. Salesforce), and project management platforms (e.g. Asana)
• Experience using graphic design tools (e.g. Canva) to create public-facing materials like documents, flyers, and presentations
• Some evening and weekend work expected (compensated accordingly)
• Valid driver license is preferred
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

• * The NYIC has a transparent and equitable salary structure. Starting salaries for each position are set in advance with no room for negotiation.

In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited vacation leave (after 90 days of employment), paid sick time, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.

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