New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Ambition are excited to be working on a PR Management position to join the firms global communications team, working with colleagues and clients across North America and Europe. The role will play a part in firm-wide comms initiatives however will have a main focus on the firms highest revenue client base covering the Financial services and corporate space. The role will be strategic in it’s positioning within the firm, as you will be the lead communications professional for the firm in the FS market.

Given the nature of the role a good understanding and exposure to working with financial services clients would be highly advantageous as we are keen to find someone who is passionate about the industry. We would very much welcome engagement from individuals currently operating in the PR agency side with this level of experience as we believe this could transition very well into the role.

The internal team are hugely collegiate with many of their Comms & Marketing leaders being individuals who have been promoted into those positions, therefore showcasing the longevity and career development that someone can anticipate receiving from the firm.

Core responsibilities include;

• Be the lead contact for devising and positioning the firm within the financial services market, working on group wide initiatives but also working with specific partner groups on raising profiles in specific markets.
• Put together compelling pieces of media content to land with the target audience of the firm, gaining traction in certain media outlets and pushing forward the firms brand positioning.
• Maintain and develop media relationship with the relevant financial services and legal press on a national and global scale.
• Work with the BD and Marketing colleagues on specific campaigns and projects for the area.
• As part of the global team, be involved with global PR initiatives, you will be working with colleagues based in London and Europe.

We are also open to considering applications for this role in in Washington DC.

If you are interested in finding out more details, please contact Ben Curle directly, or click apply.

Ben.curle@ambitionsearch.com

Ambition

Engage Partners is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced full-time Public Relations Manager to join our agency team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading client strategies and implementing effective PR campaigns. The ideal candidate will have a diverse background in various PR functions and possess strong relationships with media professionals, have managed a PR team at an agency, have national healthcare experience and experience working within a full service agency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide thought leadership and strategic planning for client strategies and campaigns.
• Develop compelling press releases and media materials to promote clients and their initiatives.
• Proactively engage with media professionals, responding to interview requests and providing information to enhance media coverage.
• Foster and maintain positive relationships with consumer, community, employee, and public interest groups.
• Devise and execute programs to maintain a favorable public perception of the organization’s agenda and achievements.
• Coach client representatives on effective communication techniques for engaging with the public and employees.
• Analyze organizational objectives, promotional policies, and needs to develop comprehensive PR strategies that shape public opinion and promote products, ideas, and services.
• Uphold and enhance the organization’s image and identity.
• Draft speeches and schedule interviews to support PR initiatives.
• Prepare and edit internal and external organizational materials, including employee newsletters and other publications.
• Collaborate with clients to identify industry trends and evaluate advertising efforts in alignment with PR goals.
• Identify and coordinate promotional events such as press conferences, conferences, and speaking engagements.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a PR or communications role with broadcast experience.
• Possess strong relationships with media professionals, have managed a PR team at an agency, have national healthcare experience and experience working within a full service agency.
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong existing relationships with media professionals and demonstrated ability to secure media coverage.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful PR campaigns.
• Ability to think strategically, analyze data, and provide innovative PR solutions.
• Proficiency in leveraging digital platforms and tools for PR purposes.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

The Perks of Working with Us:

• Unlimited PTO and Summer Fridays (Half Days).
• Hybrid work schedule to accommodate flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401K plan with employer matching.
• Life Insurance, Aflac, and additional auxiliary benefits.
• Company luncheons, outings, and events to foster team camaraderie and collaboration.

Join our team and become part of an agency that values creativity, professionalism, and delivering outstanding results for our clients. We offer a competitive compensation package, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant work samples showcasing your PR expertise and successes to sharon@engagestaff.com

Engage Partners Inc.

Title: Public Relations Coordinator

Location: Manhattan, New York 10038

Expected Duration: 2 Months

Pay Range: $28 – $31/hr

Works as a support system to the PR team during the summer and fall timeframe

• Works as a support system to the PR team relative to all activation and event related logistics: onsite support, gifting initiatives, product fulfillment liaison, and invitee list support as needed.

• Support in creating recap decks that include event highlights, social, and media impressions for distribution to team

• Support in media monitoring, press placement tracking & impressions

• Support with compiling assets for press requests and internal partners: product imagery, fact sheets, launch information etc.

• Support product pulls for editorial, influencer & VIP styling requests: including in-store product pulls and online product ordering & tracking

• Supports Brand Gifting / Seeding

Packaging & personalization logistics, product pulling, notecard creation, shipment/fulfillment & additional administrative tasks for giftings

• Acts as a collaborative liaison to all internal partners, supporting strong, trusting relationships and communication flow
• Support with distribution of assets and comms to International VS partners, and help assist as onsite support for global PR media initiatives in the summer & fall timeframe
• Proactively strategizes, trouble shoots and consistently creates solutions where needed
• Highly motivated and committed with a can-do attitude – thrives on the demands of a busy work environment with enthusiasm, high energy and a determination to deliver top tier results
• Able to support a myriad of demands, deadlines and time sensitive requests
• Effectively manages completion of tasks with high standard
• Time management – punctual and reliable, detail oriented, able to confidently multi-task and manage others to perform multiple duties to the required deadlines

The Ideal Candidate

• Strategy driven
• Results oriented
• Collaborative and team oriented
• Creative thinker
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Performs with speed and efficiency
• Positive, can do approach
• Excellent with people, time, and a myriad of personalities and deadline

BayOne Solutions

Location: Position is based in the Capital Region of New York State, and will require regular travel within the Capital Region, as well as occasional travel to other regions within New York State

Overview of 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.

Position Overview

The Manager of Community Engagement-Capital Region implements the New York Immigration Coalition’s (NYIC) community outreach and engagement work, with particular emphasis on mass education community events and ensuring the broad support of New York’s many diverse populations, with a particular emphasis on the most underserved communities. The Manager implements, systematizes, and evaluates the NYIC’s community engagement activities, including community meetings and public gatherings, and integrates related partnerships and community needs into the NYIC Advocacy program priorities.

The Manager of Community Engagement-Capital Region will: Support outreach done at bus arrivals and hotels in the Capital region. Develop regional specific information, translate, and distribute legal related support community facing resources. Deliver tailored Know Your Rights presentations to the community. Manage relationship building with partners and other responders. Train welcoming navigators on community building, cultural competency, and know your rights curriculum while also leading and participating in the same activities.

This is a contract-funded position for a new rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position will be for a period of one year (August 2023-August 2024) with the potential to extend for two more years, for a total of three years. The continuation of this position beyond three years is contingent upon available funding. 

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and executes community events, e.g. town halls, community forums and service events, to address community needs / concerns and build awareness of NYIC resources
• Strategizes how to utilize departmental resources to achieve short to long term goals
• Develops and manages relationships with community allies and identifies relevant new groups to bring into NYIC work as community partners and allies
• Develops and executes a range of outreach strategies to ensure that underserved, underrepresented community members are informed of their rights and of advocacy priorities affecting their communities
• Represents the NYIC as an official spokesperson in community events, forums, town halls on behalf of the NYIC
• Develops and maintains training materials and curricula in collaboration with Director of Community Engagement
• Delivers tailored trainings and workshops to impacted community members and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Manages grant deliverables and effectively tracks relevant and accurate data
• Partners with the NYIC’s Development Team, actively participates in fundraising and supports grant research, proposal writing, and reporting on grant deliverable and participates in funder visits when required
• Provides campaign support to the NYIC’s Advocacy team and fosters internal relationships cross-departmentally within the NYIC
• Contributes to organizational Rapid Response events and projects as necessary
• At times, manages paraprofessional staff and interns, providing guidance and facilitating their professional development
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with diverse, immigrant communities – work as a community organizer an asset
• Comfort with public speaking and community presentation required
• Develop strategies to successfully outreach in immigrant communities
• Strong skills in community organizing, advocacy campaigns, and community advocacy, specifically with underserved & diverse communities
• Strong team player, demonstrates leadership internally and externally, comfortable taking initiative, and able to adapt as necessary to changing circumstances
• Experience with fast paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through are required
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker required

Salary: $69,350**

**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 paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. 

To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Engagement – Capital Region” in the subject line. 

Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. No phone calls or emails will be accepted for this position.

The New York Immigration Coalition

Location: Position is based in Hudson Valley and will require regular travel within Hudson Valley, as well as occasional travel to Albany and other regions within New York State

Overview of 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.

Position Overview

The Manager of Community Engagement, Mid-Hudson implements the New York Immigration Coalition’s (NYIC) community outreach and engagement work, with particular emphasis on mass education community events and ensuring the broad support of New York’s many diverse populations, with a particular emphasis on the most underserved communities. The Manager implements, systematizes, and evaluates the NYIC’s community engagement activities, including community meetings and public gatherings, and integrates related partnerships and community needs into the NYIC Advocacy program priorities.

The Manager of Community Engagement, Mid-Hudson will: ​​Support outreach done at bus arrivals and hotels in the Mid-Hudson region. Develop regional specific information, translate, and distribute legal related support community facing resources. Deliver tailored Know Your Rights presentations to the community. Manage relationship building with partners and other responders. Train welcoming navigators on community building, cultural competency, and know your rights curriculum while also leading and participating in the same activities.

This is a contract-funded position for a new rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position will be for a period of one year (August 2023-August 2024) with the potential to extend for two more years, for a total of three years. The continuation of this position beyond three years is contingent upon available funding. 

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and executes community events, e.g. town halls, community forums and service events, to address community needs / concerns and build awareness of NYIC resources
• Strategizes how to utilize departmental resources to achieve short to long term goals
• Develops and manages relationships with community allies and identifies relevant new groups to bring into NYIC work as community partners and allies
• Develops and executes a range of outreach strategies to ensure that underserved, underrepresented community members are informed of their rights and of advocacy priorities affecting their communities
• Represents the NYIC as an official spokesperson in community events, forums, town halls on behalf of the NYIC
• Develops and maintains training materials and curricula in collaboration with Director of Community Engagement
• Delivers tailored trainings and workshops to impacted community members and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Manages grant deliverables and effectively tracks relevant and accurate data
• Partners with the NYIC’s Development Team, actively participates in fundraising and supports grant research, proposal writing, and reporting on grant deliverable and participates in funder visits when required
• Provides campaign support to the NYIC’s Advocacy team and fosters internal relationships cross-departmentally within the NYIC
• Contributes to organizational Rapid Response events and projects as necessary
• At times, manages paraprofessional staff and interns, providing guidance and facilitating their professional development
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with diverse, immigrant communities – work as a community organizer an asset
• Comfort with public speaking and community presentation required
• Develop strategies to successfully outreach in immigrant communities
• Strong skills in community organizing, advocacy campaigns, and community advocacy, specifically with underserved & diverse communities
• Strong team player, demonstrates leadership internally and externally, comfortable taking initiative, and able to adapt as necessary to changing circumstances
• Experience with fast paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through are required
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker required

Salary: $69,350**

**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 paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. 

To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Engagement – Mid-Hudson” in the subject line. 

Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. No phone calls or emails will be accepted for this position.

The New York Immigration Coalition

Location: Position is based in Central New York and will require regular travel within Central New York, as well as occasional travel to Albany and other regions within New York State

Overview of 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.

Position Overview

The Manager of Community Engagement-Central NY implements the New York Immigration Coalition’s (NYIC) community outreach and engagement work, with particular emphasis on mass education community events and ensuring the broad support of New York’s many diverse populations, with a particular emphasis on the most underserved communities. The Manager implements, systematizes, and evaluates the NYIC’s community engagement activities, including community meetings and public gatherings, and integrates related partnerships and community needs into the NYIC Advocacy program priorities.

The Manager of Community Engagement-Central NY will: Support outreach done at bus arrivals and hotels in the Central New York region. Develop regional specific information, translate, and distribute legal related support community facing resources. Deliver tailored Know Your Rights presentations to the community. Manage relationship building with partners and other responders. Train welcoming navigators on community building, cultural competency, and know your rights curriculum while also leading and participating in the same activities.

This is a contract-funded position for a new rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position will be for a period of one year (August 2023-August 2024) with the potential to extend for two more years, for a total of three years. The continuation of this position beyond three years is contingent upon available funding. 

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and executes community events, e.g. town halls, community forums and service events, to address community needs / concerns and build awareness of NYIC resources
• Strategizes how to utilize departmental resources to achieve short to long term goals
• Develops and manages relationships with community allies and identifies relevant new groups to bring into NYIC work as community partners and allies
• Develops and executes a range of outreach strategies to ensure that underserved, underrepresented community members are informed of their rights and of advocacy priorities affecting their communities
• Represents the NYIC as an official spokesperson in community events, forums, town halls on behalf of the NYIC
• Develops and maintains training materials and curricula in collaboration with Director of Community Engagement
• Delivers tailored trainings and workshops to impacted community members and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Manages grant deliverables and effectively tracks relevant and accurate data
• Partners with the NYIC’s Development Team, actively participates in fundraising and supports grant research, proposal writing, and reporting on grant deliverable and participates in funder visits when required
• Provides campaign support to the NYIC’s Advocacy team and fosters internal relationships cross-departmentally within the NYIC
• Contributes to organizational Rapid Response events and projects as necessary
• At times, manages paraprofessional staff and interns, providing guidance and facilitating their professional development
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with diverse, immigrant communities – work as a community organizer an asset
• Comfort with public speaking and community presentation required
• Develop strategies to successfully outreach in immigrant communities
• Strong skills in community organizing, advocacy campaigns, and community advocacy, specifically with underserved & diverse communities
• Strong team player, demonstrates leadership internally and externally, comfortable taking initiative, and able to adapt as necessary to changing circumstances
• Experience with fast paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through are required
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker required

Salary: $69,350**

**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 paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. 

To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Engagement – Central New York” in the subject line. 

Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. No phone calls or emails will be accepted for this position.

The New York Immigration Coalition

Location: Position is based on Long Island and will require regular travel within Long Island, as well as occasional travel to Albany and other regions within New York State

Overview of 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.

Position Overview

The Manager of Community Engagement implements the New York Immigration Coalition’s (NYIC) community outreach and engagement work, with particular emphasis on mass education community events and ensuring the broad support of New York’s many diverse populations, with a particular emphasis on the most underserved communities. The Manager implements, systematizes, and evaluates the NYIC’s community engagement activities, including community meetings and public gatherings, and integrates related partnerships and community needs into the NYIC Advocacy program priorities.

The Manager of Community Engagement-Long Island will: Support outreach done at bus arrivals and hotels in the Long Island region. Develop regional specific information, translate, and distribute legal related support community facing resources. Deliver tailored Know Your Rights presentations to the community. Manage relationship building with partners and other responders. Train welcoming navigators on community building, cultural competency, and know your rights curriculum while also leading and participating in the same activities.

This is a contract-funded position for a new rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position will be for a period of one year (August 2023-August 2024) with the potential to extend for two more years, for a total of three years. The continuation of this position beyond three years is contingent upon available funding. 

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and executes community events, e.g. town halls, community forums and service events, to address community needs / concerns and build awareness of NYIC resources
• Strategizes how to utilize departmental resources to achieve short to long term goals
• Develops and manages relationships with community allies and identifies relevant new groups to bring into NYIC work as community partners and allies
• Develops and executes a range of outreach strategies to ensure that underserved, underrepresented community members are informed of their rights and of advocacy priorities affecting their communities
• Represents the NYIC as an official spokesperson in community events, forums, town halls on behalf of the NYIC
• Develops and maintains training materials and curricula in collaboration with Director of Community Engagement
• Delivers tailored trainings and workshops to impacted community members and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Manages grant deliverables and effectively tracks relevant and accurate data
• Partners with the NYIC’s Development Team, actively participates in fundraising and supports grant research, proposal writing, and reporting on grant deliverable and participates in funder visits when required
• Provides campaign support to the NYIC’s Advocacy team and fosters internal relationships cross-departmentally within the NYIC
• Contributes to organizational Rapid Response events and projects as necessary
• At times, manages paraprofessional staff and interns, providing guidance and facilitating their professional development
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with diverse, immigrant communities – work as a community organizer an asset
• Comfort with public speaking and community presentation required
• Develop strategies to successfully outreach in immigrant communities
• Strong skills in community organizing, advocacy campaigns, and community advocacy, specifically with underserved & diverse communities
• Strong team player, demonstrates leadership internally and externally, comfortable taking initiative, and able to adapt as necessary to changing circumstances
• Experience with fast paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through are required
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker required

Salary: $69,350**

**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 paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. 

To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Engagement –  Long Island” in the subject line. 

Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. No phone calls or emails will be accepted for this position.

The New York Immigration Coalition

Location: Position is based in the Finger Lakes region and will require regular travel within the Finger Lakes region, as well as occasional travel to Albany and other regions within New York State

Overview of 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.

Position Overview

The Manager of Community Engagement – Finger Lakes implements the New York Immigration Coalition’s (NYIC) community outreach and engagement work, with particular emphasis on mass education community events and ensuring the broad support of New York’s many diverse populations, with a particular emphasis on the most underserved communities. The Manager implements, systematizes, and evaluates the NYIC’s community engagement activities, including community meetings and public gatherings, and integrates related partnerships and community needs into the NYIC Advocacy program priorities.

The Manager of Community Engagement – Finger Lakes will: Support outreach done at bus arrivals and hotels in the Finger Lakes region. Develop regional specific information, translate, and distribute legal related support community facing resources. Deliver tailored Know Your Rights presentations to the community. Manage relationship building with partners and other responders. Train welcoming navigators on community building, cultural competency, and know your rights curriculum while also leading and participating in the same activities.

This is a contract-funded position for a new rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position will be for a period of one year (August 2023-August 2024) with the potential to extend for two more years, for a total of three years. The continuation of this position beyond three years is contingent upon available funding. 

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and executes community events, e.g. town halls, community forums and service events, to address community needs / concerns and build awareness of NYIC resources
• Strategizes how to utilize departmental resources to achieve short to long term goals
• Develops and manages relationships with community allies and identifies relevant new groups to bring into NYIC work as community partners and allies
• Develops and executes a range of outreach strategies to ensure that underserved, underrepresented community members are informed of their rights and of advocacy priorities affecting their communities
• Represents the NYIC as an official spokesperson in community events, forums, town halls on behalf of the NYIC
• Develops and maintains training materials and curricula in collaboration with Director of Community Engagement
• Delivers tailored trainings and workshops to impacted community members and Community Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Manages grant deliverables and effectively tracks relevant and accurate data
• Partners with the NYIC’s Development Team, actively participates in fundraising and supports grant research, proposal writing, and reporting on grant deliverable and participates in funder visits when required
• Provides campaign support to the NYIC’s Advocacy team and fosters internal relationships cross-departmentally within the NYIC
• Contributes to organizational Rapid Response events and projects as necessary
• At times, manages paraprofessional staff and interns, providing guidance and facilitating their professional development
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working with diverse, immigrant communities – work as a community organizer an asset
• Comfort with public speaking and community presentation required
• Develop strategies to successfully outreach in immigrant communities
• Strong skills in community organizing, advocacy campaigns, and community advocacy, specifically with underserved & diverse communities
• Strong team player, demonstrates leadership internally and externally, comfortable taking initiative, and able to adapt as necessary to changing circumstances
• Experience with fast paced environments and juggling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong follow-through are required
• Bilingual Spanish-speaker required

Salary: $69,350**

**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 paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. 

To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Engagement – Finger Lakes” in the subject line. 

Deadline: Friday, September 8, 2023

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. No phone calls or emails will be accepted for this position.

The New York Immigration Coalition

Communications Director

Rochester, NY

JK Executive Strategies is proud to partner Daystar Kids in search of its next Communications Director! The Communications Director is responsible for the development and implementation of Daystar Kids communications, public relations, and marketing strategy to advance Daystar Kids position with relevant constituents, build donor support, drive broader awareness, and create impactful partnerships and associations to support the agency’s mission, culture, and brand, and achieve its enrollment and strategic goals.

Daystar Kids is New York State’s only pediatric center, helping families successfully transition their infant or young child with special health care needs from the hospital to home and support their healthy development all the way until they enroll in kindergarten.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Develops and implements an integrated strategic communications plan to enhance Daystar Kids brand reputation; broaden awareness of its programs, services, and strategic priorities, increase the visibility of its programs across key audiences, and achieve the agency’s performance goals.
• Creates and implements a comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy to enable Daystar Kids leadership to cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences and key influencers.
• Identifies challenges and emerging issues faced by the agency. Works with leadership team to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions and defines and executes appropriate strategies to support them.
• Serves as communications counselor to Daystar Kids leadership and manages and expands upon the internal communications programs.
• Oversees development of all agency communications including the annual report, marketing collateral materials and electronic communications including the agency’s website and new media; manages relationships with associated vendors.
• Serves as a spokesperson and lead point person on media and community interactions that help promote and/or impact the agency.
• Exercises judgment to prioritize communication opportunities, and prepares talking points, speeches, presentations, and other supporting material as needed.
• Actively engages, cultivates, and manages press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding Daystar Kids programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects.
• Oversees the day-to-day activities of the communications function including budgeting, planning and staff development.
• Participates in regular staff meetings and complies with all Daystar Kids in-service requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to the agency, program enrollees and their families, and team members that may be encountered either formally or informally, during the normal course of business to include medical and treatment records, program records, financial and human resource information; and complies with all HIPAA standards.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field required; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of success in a senior communications management role.
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in developing and successfully managing a comprehensive strategic communication, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization’s mission and priorities.
• Proven impact in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high impact placements.
• Demonstrated success in planning, writing, editing, and producing newsletters, press releases, annual reports, marketing literature, and other print/online communications formats.
• Creative and thoughtful on how new media technologies can be utilized to improve ROI.
• Innovative thinker with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and outcomes.
• Experience in building, mentoring, and coaching teams in communication strategies; persuasive communicator.
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical administrative, fundraising, and programmatic initiatives and adapt to a changing environment to anticipate future needs.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management, Daystar Kids Board of Directors, team members, and other key stakeholders.
• Ability to operate as an effective tactical and strategic thinker; self-reliant, good problem solver, results oriented.
• Passion for Daystar Kid’s mission.

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Carfrae Consulting is a global consultancy that provides hands-on, strategic counsel for brands in all areas of communications, branding, public relations, marketing, media, events and content creation. Agency clients include RH (formerly Restoration Hardware), AERIN, Wölffer Estate Vineyard, The Colony Hotel Palm Beach, Dr. Barbara Sturm, Zimmermann, and Perfect Moment.

Carfrae Consulting is seeking an established Communications Manager with a focus on hospitality, design & lifestyle, specifically in the luxury realm. We are looking for someone with strong expertise, demonstrable editorial success and networks, and proven agency experience. Candidates must be available full time and based in New York City, with in-office teamwork expected.

To apply, please email Kristen Weil at kristenweil@carfraeconsulting.com.

Skills & Requirements

• Proven interest and expertise in hospitality, design & lifestyle public relations, marketing, and communications; preferably with a focus on luxury markets
• Strong editorial relationships required, with proven PR success ideally across multiple lenses 
• Expert ability to research, prepare and present client communications strategy decks
• Proficiency in managing and maintaining editorial databases
• Superb ability to track, measure, and report on KPIs including editorial placements, gifting initiatives, events, social campaigns, and special activations
• VIP, influencer, and social relationships a plus, as well as experience leading social campaigns and VIP events/activations
• High-level knowledge of print and digital media landscapes as well as social media and emerging platforms
• Experiential event knowledge a plus, from event concepting, production management, guest list management, through event press coverage and post-event reporting
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to lead a team to set, meet, and exceed client expectations and KPIs
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills are compulsory
• Strong interpersonal skills with an eagerness to build and maintain media relationships
• Experience leading multiple client accounts and the ability to self-manage competing deadlines
• Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3-5 years of PR & Communications experience with demonstrated ability to be client facing and manage junior team members
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in communications, marketing or a related field preferred
• High proficiency with Microsoft Outlook & Google Drive

Responsibilities & Opportunities

• High level press strategy development, pitching, and placement with national and regional print and digital outlets
• Developing relationships with editors, influencers, VIPs, and high-level industry executives on behalf of clients and the consultancy
• Crafting client gifting strategies and identifying KOLs to engage; leading seeding and gifting efforts to meet KPIs
• Servicing client stakeholders and representing the agency across multiple clients while overseeing junior team members to deliver continuous results
• Organizing and managing press and VIP events, including product launches, presentations, private events, and influencer activations
• Proactively seeking new opportunities for all agency clients, including media placements, events, speaking opportunities, partnerships and social media
• Managing inbound press requests and interfacing with external agencies on behalf of consultancy clients

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