proof of COVID-19 Vaccination/Boosters. Generous Benefits : 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days , and 10 holidays, hybrid work schedule utilized through June 2023.
About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees
are passionate and talented which is our most valuable resource. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts.
About the Role: To address the growing and urgent needs of the new Afghan arrivals, CAIR-Sacramento Valley / Central CA is looking for a Youth Coordinator to support efforts to serve as an institutional helper for new Afghan arrivals by facilitating comprehensive services. Engagement programs will help connect refugees with culturally responsive support from local organizations, know your rights programs as they transition
into the workforce, need to travel, interact with law enforcement, and support their children in schools, and youth development and empowerment programs.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver programs, workshops, forums and educational sessions to increase engagement and knowledge of key issues across partner school districts and youth programs. Contribute to outreach and educational strategies to increase the project's impact. Support the work to educate and empower community members on their rights through community presentations and material distributions. Support the day-to-day operations of the various projects under the Afghan Refugee response effort and contribute to strategic planning.
Interact with key institutions such as elected officials, law enforcement, universities, schools, and partner organizations in order to address and meet the strategic goals of this project. Travel for outreach including participating in community events and coalition meetings. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. A high degree of self-motivation and creativity. Minimum one year of experience working in community organizing and/or engagement. Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail. Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience. Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the Sacramento Valley / Central California region. Conversational proficiency in Dari and/or Pashto (preferred but not required) TO APPLY: Submit cover letter and resume.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is passionately committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
authorization to work in the United States and proof of COVID-19 Vaccination/Boosters. Generous Benefits : 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days , and 10 holidays, hybrid work schedule utilized through June 2023.
About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights
and advocacy group. The national headquarters is located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D. C. and offices across the nation. We recognize that our employees are passionate and talented which is our most valuable resource.
With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts. About the Role: To address the growing and urgent needs of the new Afghan arrivals, CAIR-Sacramento Valley / Central CA is looking for a Youth Engagement Coordinator to support efforts to serve as an institutional helper for new Afghan arrivals by facilitating comprehensive
services. Engagement programs will help connect refugees with culturally responsive support from local organizations, know your rights programs as they transition into the workforce, need to travel, interact with law enforcement, and support their children in schools, and youth development and empowerment programs.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver programs, workshops, forums and educational sessions to increase engagement and knowledge of key issues across partner school districts and youth programs. Contribute to outreach and educational strategies to increase the project's impact. Support the work to educate and empower community members on their rights through community presentations and material distributions.
Support the day-to-day operations of the various projects under the Afghan Refugee response effort and contribute to strategic planning. Interact with key institutions such as elected officials, law enforcement, universities, schools, and partner organizations in order to address and meet the strategic goals of this project. Travel for outreach including participating in community events and coalition meetings. Occasional evening and weekend hours are required. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree required. A high degree of self-motivation and creativity.
1-2 years of experience working in community organizing and/or engagement. Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. Demonstrated problem-solving skills with outstanding attention to detail. Comfort working productively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking experience. Experience working with people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Access to a working vehicle and the ability to drive throughout the Sacramento Valley / Central California region.
Conversational proficiency in Dari and/or Pashto (preferred but not required) TO APPLY: Submit cover letter and resume. Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is passionately committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications. Job Posted by Applicant Pro
