Communications Director

The Council on American-Islamic Relations, Sacramento Valley/Central California, (CAIR-SV/CC) is hiring a Communications Director 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 when the American Muslim community is facing both incredible challenges and opportunities.

Location: Office located in Sacramento, CA. Work-from-home structure currently in place due to COVID-19.

Term: Full-time, occasional evening and weekends required

Position Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $80,000-$102,000/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.

Requirements: This position requires access to reliable transportation

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
• Direct 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-SV/CC website with updated content
• Represent CAIR-SV/CC through public speaking and community engagements
• Supervise Communications team in day-to-day tasks and projects
• Conduct media trainings for staff and community members

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred -- in the field of Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations or related field
• 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 along with your application.

DEADLINE:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

CAIR-CA is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $80,000 - $102,000