Manager of Community Programming, Upstate - Capital Region
Team: Policy and Programs
Reports to: Director of Community Programming
Employment Status: Full Time/Exempt
Salary: $71,431/year
Location: Position is based in Albany and will require regular travel within the region, as well as occasional travel to New York City, and other parts of 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.
Summary of the Position
This is a contract-funded position for a rapid-response initiative that the NYIC is undertaking to support vulnerable migrants and asylum-seekers throughout New York State. This position is funded through August 2025 and may be renewed for one more year, through August 2026. The continuation of this position beyond the time frame stated is contingent upon available funding.
The Manager of Community Programming (Upstate - Capital Region) will oversee local and regional service coordination, law related mass resource and family fairs as well as legal clinics (offering benefit enrollment, law related supports and services, etc.) for the Capital Region, Upper Hudson Valley and Central NY.
Position Details:
The Manager of Community Programming (Upstate - Capital Region) is based in Albany and will report to the Director of Community Programming, and will work very closely with both the members of the Policy & Programs and Advocacy teams, as well as external consultants. Under the direction of the Director Community Programming, the Manager of Community Programming, Capital Region will plan and execute events designed to provide services to immigrant community members, in close partnership with NYIC member organizations. The Manager will lead our community events which will be created to bring services and trainings to communities across the Capital Region, Upper Hudson Valley and Central NY, while working closely with partner agencies to provide a full-fleet of services. Those services range from legal screenings and Know Your Rights trainings, to financial empowerment education. The Manager will also bring consulates to provide identification services to their communities. Based on community need assessments, the Manager may also design and implement new initiatives focused on topics like financial literacy, entrepreneurship, housing, health, and other service areas. The Manager will provide support and leadership on other immigrant-serving events as needed, including collaborative legal clinics and rapid response events.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications:
Important facts to know about this opportunity:
Salary: $71,431**
In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.
The NYIC has a transparent and equitable salary structure. Starting salaries for each position are set in advance with no room for negotiation.
To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Programming (Upstate - Capital Region)” in the subject line.
Deadline: 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S for any employer.
All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship, sex, age, disability or marital status.
Manager of Community Programming, Upstate - Capital Region
Team: Policy and Programs
Reports to: Director of Community Programming
Employment Status: Full Time/Exempt
Salary: $71,431/year
Location: Position is based in Albany and will require regular travel within the region, as well as occasional travel to New York City, and other parts of 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…
In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.
In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited paid time off, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan.
Language fluency required in either Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, Russian, Arabic or Bengali.
Language fluency required in either Spanish, French, Haitian Creole, Russian, Arabic or Bengali.
To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Programming (Upstate - Capital Region)” in the subject line.
Deadline: 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S for any employer.
All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship, sex, age, disability or marital status.
To Apply: Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to hr@nyic.org. All emails must have “Manager of Community Programming (Upstate - Capital Region)” in the subject…