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Darin Tokunaga
Director of Finance and Administration at AAPI Equity Alliance
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AAPI Equity Alliance (AAPI Equity) is seeking an experienced Communications Coordinator to support a comprehensive strategic communications program to advance the Stop the Hate program. Reporting to the Stop the Hate Project Director, the Communications Coordinator is responsible for all communications activities for the Stop the Hate program, including managing daily communications activities, media relations and roundtables, social media and digital platforms, website updates, and content development.
The Communications Coordinator will interface with AAPI Equity’s staff, the Stop the Hate team, partner organizations, and vendors. There may be opportunities to engage on AAPI Equity’s wider strategic communications work and on AAPI Equity’s initiatives, including Stop AAPI Hate; health-related and domestic violence prevention initiatives; and civic engagement programs such as voter engagement and redistricting.
The ideal candidate possesses excellent written, oral, and organizational skills and is experienced in communications strategy, community engagement and project management in a nonprofit environment. Experience and knowledge of issues impacting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities and current events is essential. This is an opportunity to work with a small, close-knit team in a values and mission-driven environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications Strategy
Implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan designed to increase understanding and awareness of the Stop the Hate program and its partner grantees among target audiences
Promote and manage the Stop the Hate brand through multiple channels and platforms
Update the www.stopthehateca.org website, as needed
Develop a storybank including stories from the work of our Stop the Hate partner organizations
Build a culture of storytelling and communications across the program and partners
Manage media roundtables, including preparatory coordination and follow-up
Develop and implement media and digital media strategy, including media outreach, digital marketing, social media, and website
Develop strategies to measure impact, influence, and reach of communications activities
Identify, and maintain knowledge of industry trends and issues and best practices in communications for the nonprofit field and policy organizations
Manage AAPI Equity’s Stop the Hate mailing lists and stakeholder communications
Media Relations and Social Media
Work with the Senior Communications Specialist and media relations consultant to develop and implement media relations strategy
Manage creation of press kits, media pitching, interview preparation
Develop and leverage media relationships, coordinate media requests, identify new
opportunities including placement of news stories, op-eds digital, broadcast and radio coverage
Maintain editorial calendar and manage social/digital media strategy across all platforms,
including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, blog, newsletters
Coordinate media tracking and analysis
Content Management
Writer and editor for external communications (e.g., remarks, messaging, talking points, presentation decks), including drafts for the Stop the Hate team as needed
Develop and manage the production of communication collateral, liaison with website developer
Create and implement email content to diverse audiences including Stop the Hate grantee partners, community leaders, and policymakers
Skills and Abilities
Experience and knowledge of issues impacting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities and current events is essential.
Well-organized, self-directed, highly motivated, ability to work independently and in a team, and handle multiple tasks. Ease at managing competing demands and determining top priorities independently
True team player with excellent teamwork and collaboration skills; willing to support team members as needed across the organization for high-priority projects or events
Strong analytical, research, and verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on an ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences using multiple mediums
Solid background in information technology, including proficiency in MS Office and G- Suite, graphic design software, and social media platforms
Ability to work flexible hours which include some evenings and weekends
Knowledge of cultural norms and nuances affecting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities
Willingness to engage with diverse AAPI communities and faith-based groups
Understanding of AAPI issues and concerns
Professional conduct and ability to abide by confidentiality and HIPAA rules
Reflective and a life-long learner
Strong work ethic and high level of integrity
To Apply
Candidates should send an email to Kiran Bhalla, Project Director, at kbhalla@aapiequityalliance.org and Darin Tokunaga, Director of Finance & Administration, at dtokunaga@aapiequityalliance.org with the subject line “AAPI Equity Alliance Communications Coordinator STH - [Your Name]”. The email should attach, in one PDF (do not send separate PDFs), the following items:
Cover letter (1-2 pages)
Resume (1-2 pages)
Writing sample (3-5 pages)
References (2-3)
In your cover letter, please describe an example of one of the following: 1) how you’ve developed relationships to provide communications support for a large number of organizations or people, 2) when you conducted a series of interviews with the goal of creating a story bank; or 3) when you’ve pitched stories of community-based organization work to media outlets.
Candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP as applications will be reviewed and decisions will be made on a rolling basis.
AAPI Equity Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, HIV status, disability, or marital status.
Employment type
Full-time
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