Jazz Power Program Assistant (Part-Time)

Organization: Jazz Power Initiative

Location: Inwood/Washington Heights, Northern Manhattan (In-Person / Community-Based)

Schedule: Part-Time; flexible hours, including some evenings/weekends

Pay Rate: $17–$19/hour, commensurate with experience

About Jazz Power Initiative

Jazz Power Initiative is an Inwood-based nonprofit dedicated to transforming lives and communities through jazz. Grounded in Black American music and culture, JPI produces intergenerational arts education programs, performances, and community initiatives that serve uptown neighborhoods including Inwood, Washington Heights, and Harlem.

Position Summary

The Jazz Power Program Assistant is a community-facing role supporting JPI’s programs through outreach, marketing, and on-the-ground program support. This position is ideal for someone culturally fluent in the Inwood/Washington Heights community who enjoys connecting people to creative opportunities and loves jazz.

Key Responsibilities

• Support community outreach and relationship-building with schools, families, local organizations, and community partners
• Serve as a welcoming ambassador at JPI events, programs, and performances
• Assist with social media content, engagement, and basic video editing
• Help create and distribute flyers and digital marketing materials
• Identify new community outreach channels and spaces
• Provide administrative and on-site support for programs and events
• Collaborate with JPI staff, artists, and partners

Qualifications

• Strong connection to Inwood/Washington Heights
• Bilingual Spanish/English strongly preferred
• Experience or training in marketing, communications, or outreach
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic video editing
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, proactive attitude
• Resourceful, reliable, and eager to learn
• Passion for jazz, arts access, and community service
• Photo, video, or graphic design experience a plus

Work Environment & Benefits

• Flexible, part-time schedule
• Supportive, collaborative nonprofit team
• Meaningful work rooted in culture, music, and community impact

Flexible hours.

English and at least some Spanish preferred.