Open Positions

Strategic Communications Associate

Approach

You are passionate about peace in Israel/Palestine and elevating voices for justice within the Jewish community. You are hungry for the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues. You are a strong writer known for your editing and proofreading skills. You love learning to operate new technologies. You work well with a team and can operate independently. You enjoy working under tight deadlines. 

The Position

You are responsible for executing communications functions throughout the organization. You will be the day-to-day manager of our email, social, and website work, including initiating and/or proofing content. You will learn to master our CRM system to ensure our data is accurate and to support our ability to make the best use of the data we have. 

This position is located in either Washington, DC (Hybrid) or New York City (Remote).

Qualifications

• Clear and concise writing skills, including copy editing for grammar and other easy-to-miss errors.

• A graphic designer’s eye, able to imagine and guide the production of visual products

• Ability to master new CRM systems.

• Experience with social media.

• Attention to detail.

• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal communication skills.

• Up to three years of relevant experience. No prior experience is required.

Duties & Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Vice President of Communications, and in close coordination with the entire NJN team, the Strategic Communications Associate will have responsibility for the following:

• Email Program: Produce email content, including proofing, coding, and targeting email blasts. Troubleshoot problems. Maintain metrics. 

• Web and social media: Post items on a regular basis. Monitor engagement on social channels. Create landing and confirmation pages for fundraising, advocacy, and events. Maintain and evaluate metrics. 

• CRM: Data entry. Execute data hygiene, including deduping records. Troubleshoot problems.

• Earned Media: Track coverage. Identify reporters to reach out to in rapid response moments. Maintain our press list.

• Webinars: Manage the “backstage” aspects of our webinars, including registration, other Zoom functions, and the post-production work of editing and posting the video files.

• Development: work with Director of Development on donor events, invitations, response forms, donor data reports, and fundraising appeals.

• Other duties as assigned.

About the Organization

New Jewish Narrative is built on the proud legacies of Americans for Peace Now and Ameinu. We have come together and are writing a new narrative for a new day.

We are American Jews, deeply rooted in the story of our people and the history of our struggle for peace and justice. In our narrative, peace and justice are the birthright of Israelis, of Palestinians, and of all people. Learn more at newjewishnarrative.org

Compensation

Salary range: $40,000 – $50,000 — commensurate with experience

NJN benefits package includes: a 403B retirement savings plan, generous paid vacation, and medical and dental insurance plans.

How to Apply

Apply to Jobs@newjewishnarrative.org

Applications must include: (1) a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position and the ways in which you satisfy the qualifications specified above, and (2) your resume.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we will be evaluating applications on a rolling basis. NJN is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.