The Council on American-Islamic Relations, Sacramento Valley/Central California, (CAIR-SV/CC) is hiring a Communications Manager to create and implement a comprehensive media and public relations strategy that capitalizes on CAIR-SVCC's expertise and enhances CAIR's image within key constituencies.
This position offers a unique opportunity to join the management team at one of the nation's largest CAIR chapters at a time in history where the American Muslim community is facing both incredible challenges and opportunities.
Location: Office located in Sacramento, CA.
Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required
Position Status: Exempt
Pay Range: $67,000-$71,000/annually commensurate with skills and experience
Reports to : Deputy Executive Director
Generous Benefits : 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days and 12 holidays, hybrid work schedule currently in place.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement an integrated, organization wide strategic media and public relations plan that will allow CAIR-SVCC to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted audiences, including the media, public officials and key influencers
- Serve as lead point person on media interactions (editors, reporters, producers and other media professionals) and actively cultivate and manage media relationships
- Manage CAIR-SVCC's social media vision and strategy
- Oversee strategic initiatives to target and engage activists, allies, and Muslim community members across all digital channels
- Draft and edit all external communications including press statements/releases, fact sheets, e-mails, e-newsletters and action alerts
- Pitch and secure stories to ensure coverage of issues of strategic importance including CAIR-SVCC's programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects
- Review, edit, and proofread CAIR-CA publications including the annual report and other various reports
- Serves as situation management and crisis communication leader and updates organizational crisis management plan as necessary
- Manage and speak at various press conferences and events; prepare talking points, speeches, presentations and other supporting material
- Manage and maintain CAIR-SVCC website with updated content
- Represent CAIR-SVCC through public speaking and community engagements
- Supervise Communications team including Social Media Manager in day-to-day tasks and projects
- Conduct media trainings for staff and community members
- Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred -- in the field of Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field
- 3-5 years of work experience in a communications/public relations role
- Experience working with media as an on-the-record spokesperson
- Ability to delegate and supervise department staff
- Experience developing and implementing communications strategies
- Foundational understanding of design and visual elements and how to create simple yet effective graphics is necessary
- Experience managing and writing copy for social media is necessary
- Familiarity in communicating with the Muslim community is a plus
- Experience with Canva, Adobe photoshop/In-Design/Illustrator, or other graphic design programs is a plus
- Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills
- High energy, maturity, and leadership with the ability to serve as a unifying force and to position communications discussions at both the strategic and tactical level
- Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives
- Experience working with the American Muslim Community
- Commitment to social justice and passion for CAIR's mission and values.
- Experience supervising and delegating responsibilities effectively.
TO APPLY:
Please submit your (1) a cover letter, (2) resume and (3) three references through along with your application.
DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
CAIR-CA is an equal opportunity employer.