Community Relations Coordinator

Are you ready for a challenge? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of foreign-born populations?

Imagine playing a key role in helping newly-arrived refugees to successfully achieve self-sufficiency and to help promote inclusivity and multiculturalism. The Community Relations Coordinator is responsible for fostering positive relationships between the organization and the local community. This role involves developing and implementing community outreach initiatives, building partnerships, and promoting the organization's mission within the Afghan community in St. Louis and the Multicultural Center. This position requires strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a deep understanding of Afghan culture and community dynamics. By effectively engaging with the community, the Community Relations Coordinator contributes to the organization's mission of providing support and empowerment to local Afghan families and the promotion of the Multicultural Center and its offerings.

With a dynamic work culture that values integrity and fosters high performance, every day will be filled with exciting challenges and rewarding outcomes. Join us in this thrilling journey of creating a positive impact on the community. Take the next step in your career and apply today. You can get great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; including flexible spending account, PTO, retirement benefit, 10 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays, and paid parental leave.

Fluency in Pashto and Dari language (highly preferred)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, marketing, and delivery of programs and services tailored to the needs of the Afghan community and Multicultural Center.
• Publish the Afghan Journal, a monthly newsletter featuring stories relevant to the Afghan community in St. Louis
• Ensure timely and quality publications, adhering to established deadlines and standards.
• Recruit and supervise program interns to find/write content for the Afghan Journal.
• Provide administrative and program support for the Multicultural Center.
• Organize workflows and delegate responsibilities to achieve program objectives.
• Participate in fundraising planning and grant-writing efforts.
• Manage program budgets and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Contribute to creating a positive image of the organization within the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English, Farsi, and Pashto.
• Knowledge of Afghan culture and the St. Louis community.
• Knowledge of community resources
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions.
• Understand and adhere to professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, as necessary.
• Must be meticulous, but able to maintain a balanced perspective in rapidly changing business circumstances.
• Ability to work productively in a multicultural environment and demonstrate respect for differences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.

Other

• Work occasional weekends and nights.
• Must have a car and valid driver's license with proof of insurance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, journalism, communications, or related field or related experience.
• Minimum 5 years of public relations experience.
• Accreditation by a professional society (preferred).
• Experience in community engagement and program development.

JOIN US!

Get ready to make a difference in the lives of refugees every day! If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. To apply through our website or to view other job openings, visit iistl.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ST LOUIS: OUR STORY

The International Institute of St. Louis, a nonprofit organization, is our community's immigrant service and information hub. Our programs and services for immigrants, their families, and the wider community are locally and nationally acclaimed. We connect new arrivals with services and resources, engage foreign-born and the wider community, and build a more inclusive community.

Our Philosophy of Service: We SERVE with integrity, empathy, and respect. We are ACCOUNTABLE to our clients, our community, and ourselves. We CULTIVATE our clients' dignity through choice. We support all aspects of immigrant and refugee journeys from ARRIVING to THRIVING.

The above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and requirements. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

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