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AAPI Equity Alliance Communications Manager

Reports to: Deputy Director and Stop the Hate Project Director

Status: Exempt

Summary

The Communications Manager is responsible for managing and implementing AAPI Equity’s strategic communications activities, including media relations, social media and digital platforms, and content development to oversee the advancement of AAPI Equity’s civic engagement, capacity building, and policy advocacy work. In particular, the Communications Manager will support communications for the Stop the Hate grant program.

The Communications Manager will interface with AAPI Equity’s Leadership Team, Board of Directors, committees, staff, partner organizations and vendors 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. While the Communications Manager will manage the organization-wide communications strategy, 80% of the Communications Manager’s time will be spent on the Stop the Hate program. The Communications Manager will report to both the Deputy Director and the Stop the Hate Project Director, and will oversee the Communications Coordinator.

The Stop the Hate grant program is funded through the California Department of Social Services’ (CDSS) Office of Civil Rights, Accessibility and Racial Equity (CARE). AAPI Equity Alliance is the Regional Lead agency for the Stop the Hate Los Angeles County region, supporting 24+ subgrantee organizations carrying out anti-hate initiatives. The Communications Manager will be responsible for cultivating stories from the grantee organizations about their work under the grant and getting those stories into the media.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Stop the Hate Communications

Develop a relationship with each of the 24+ subgrantees to cultivate stories about their work and communities
Develop a story bank to pitch to traditional media, ethnic media, and on social media
Connect subgrantees to media and support subgrantees in sharing stories of their work
Design creative storytelling methods and vehicles to share Stop the Hate work widely, both for individual organizations and for the grant program as a whole
Manage the statewide Stop the Hate website, including updating content and links for events, jobs, resources, news, and reporting websites
Manage social media campaign for Stop the Hate program, including maintaining a public calendar and managing social/digital media strategy across all platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn, blog, newsletters
Coordinate media tracking and analysis
Create email content to Stop the Hate grantees and external stakeholders

Communications Strategy, Media Relations, and Content Management

Implement a comprehensive strategic communications plan designed to increase understanding and awareness of AAPI Equity among target audiences
Build a culture of storytelling and communications across the organization and members
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
Working with media relations consultant, develop and implement media strategy
Develop and leverage media relationships, coordinate media requests, and identify new
opportunities including placement of news stories, op-eds, digital, broadcast and radio coverage
Write and edit for external communications
Manage and develop the production of communication materials

Skills and Abilities

Strong commitment to the mission and values of AAPI Equity Alliance
Experience and knowledge of issues impacting AAPI communities, AAPI cultural norms, nuances, and current events
5-7+ years of relevant experience in journalism, communications, or public relations in a nonprofit or community-based setting
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on an ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences using multiple mediums, and close attention to detail
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify local and long-term impacts simultaneously. Ability to learn quickly and thrive in change
Creative problem solver, thoughtful, discerning, and able to communicate ideas in a manner that is both constructive and respectful
The ability to not be overwhelmed by great complexity and large volume; the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Maturity to interface with grantees and external stakeholders independently and with cultural sensitivity
Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives
Solid background in MS Office and G- Suite
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
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, as needed

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours/week). The salary range is $65,000-80,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, reimbursement for health and dental insurance, and a budget for technology. This position will be hybrid (90% remote, 10% in-person) Position available immediately.

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 Manager 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.

AAPI Equity Alliance Program Manager-Stop the Hate

Reports to: Stop the Hate Project Director

Status: Exempt

Summary

The Asian American Pacific Islander Equity Alliance (AAPI Equity Alliance) is a coalition of over forty community-based organizations serving and representing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) in Los Angeles. AAPI Equity Alliance is seeking a Program Manager to oversee the implementation and planning of the Stop the Hate grant for the Los Angeles County Region, funded by the California Department of Social Services, and to provide support to the Project Director for the Stop the Hate grant and for special projects for AAPI Equity Alliance.

The Program Manager will report to and work closely with the Project Director, the Deputy Director, and other members of the AAPI Equity Alliance team depending on the project. At the moment we are 90% remote and 10% in person, though this is subject to change depending on COVID-19. Our office is in Downtown Los Angeles.

The Program Manager will interface with AAPI Equity’s staff, the staff of the 24+ subgrantee organizations, partner organizations, funders, consultants, vendors, and staff at AAPI Equity’s Stop AAPI Hate initiative.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent written, oral, critical-thinking, and organizational skills, and has project management experience 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.

AAPI Equity Alliance, formerly Asian Pacific Policy and Planning Council (A3PCON), is a coalition of over 40 community-based organizations, advocating for the rights and needs of the more than 1.5 million AAPI community members in the greater Los Angeles area, through civic engagement, capacity building, and policy advocacy.

Responsibilities

The Program Manager will perform the following duties:

Project management: Provide administrative oversight and fiscal support for multiple grantees simultaneously. Lead continuous improvements in administrative support delivery. Provide assistance on grant-related projects, events, convenings, and trainings.
Monitoring, evaluation and compliance: Assist in designing a data management plan for the project. Identify best practices and establish baseline metrics for each grantee. Develop a method to assess each grantee’s strengths and identify improvement areas.
Contracts and calendaring: Prepare and track MOUs and other contract documents as needed to support administrative oversight of the grant. Monitor COI expiration dates and request updated COIs. Maintain a program calendar to oversee logistics.
Reporting: Coordinate and prepare a collection of qualitative and quantitative data sources to meet all reporting requirements. Create internal tracking tools to monitor performance targets and outcomes.
Communications: Communicate project priorities and goals before internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate development of Stop the Hate website, and update website material with news and events from grantees. Facilitate outreach to external media.

Qualifications

We welcome candidates with the following qualities:

Strong commitment to the mission and values of AAPI Equity Alliance.
3-5+ years of relevant experience in program management or implementation of a service delivery model in a nonprofit or community-based setting.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Comfortable presenting to internal and external audiences. An excellent writer who pays close attention to details.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify local and long-term impacts simultaneously.
Exceptional ability to learn quickly and thrive in making change.
Creative problem solver, thoughtful, discerning, and able to communicate ideas in a manner that is both constructive and respectful.
Supportive and flexible as priorities change and/or new challenges emerge.
The ability to not be overwhelmed by great complexity and large volume. The ability to manage multiple moving parts simultaneously.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours/week). The salary range is $75,000-80,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid vacation and sick leave, reimbursement for health and dental insurance, and a budget for technology. This position will be hybrid (90% remote, 10% in-person). Position available immediately.

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 Program Manager – [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) when you provided programmatic support for a large number of organizations or people, 2) when you managed a large amount of complex paperwork in support of a task or project; or 3) when you managed and carried a complex project to completion. .

Candidates are encouraged to apply ASAP as applications will be reviewed and decisions will be made on a rolling basis.

Stop AAPI Hate Director of Federal Policy

Organization: AAPI Equity Alliance
Salary: $90,000 – $140,000
Hours: Full-time
FLSA status: Exempt
Location: Washington D.C.
Deadline: Open until filled
Posting: Fall 2023

Position Overview

The national coalition Stop AAPI Hate seeks a Director of Federal Policy to lead Stop AAPI Hate’s fight at the federal level for people-centered, data-based policy solutions that address systemic racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs). This person will devise, lead, and execute on the coalition’s federal strategy and engage federal-level stakeholders, such as Congress, the executive branch, and allied partners, to advance core priorities for Stop AAPI Hate such as civil rights.

A member of the Policy & Advocacy team at Stop AAPI Hate, the Director of Federal Policy reports to the Managing Director of Policy and Counsel at AAPI Equity Alliance (a co-founding partner of Stop AAPI Hate) and works closely and collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the coalition. While the AAPI Equity Alliance office is in Los Angeles, members of the Stop AAPI Hate team work remotely nationwide and it is expected that the Director of Federal Policy will be based in Washington, DC. Some travel may be required, including to participate in periodic staff convenings in California.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Stop AAPI Hate leadership team to create a strategic vision for advancing Stop AAPI Hate’s policy and advocacy priorities at the federal level and provide ongoing strategic guidance
Direct and execute on the federal strategy
Serve as chief liaison to Congress, the White House, and federal agencies and lead engagement, from lobby visits to long-term relationship building
Participate on behalf of Stop AAPI Hate in coalition spaces with allies
Represent Stop AAPI Hate at key events to grow our presence and visibility in Washington, DC
Research, analyze, and monitor federal policy developments and provide timely updates and counsel to the coalition
Draft talking points, hearing testimony, letters, public comment, and other products
Contribute to Stop AAPI Hate research reports, social media posts, and other publications
Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

At least 5-7 years of professional experience in public policy at the federal level, whether in government or in a policy, advocacy, or government relations role outside of government
Deep understanding of federal legislative and regulatory processes, policy issues related to Stop AAPI Hate’s work, and political landscape
Strong pre-existing relationships with federal stakeholders
Superb communication skills, including ability to clearly and impactfully communicate Stop AAPI Hate’s positions and quickly establish credibility and rapport
Proactive, self-motivated problem solver who can take initiative, balance multiple priorities simultaneously, and use sound judgment in ambiguous, fast-changing, and unpredictable environments
Excellent interpersonal skills, including proven ability to work effectively both in person and remotely with teammates and a diverse set of stakeholders
Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Stop AAPI Hate

About Stop AAPI Hate

Stop AAPI Hate is a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). We strive to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

Since our launch two years ago, our reporting center has documented over 11,000 acts of hate against AAPIs and enabled us to raise awareness and shape conversations around anti-AAPI racism. Our efforts have captured the attention of lawmakers and catalyzed them into action and spurred a broader movement for progressive change. Going forward, Stop AAPI Hate’s work in research and data, policy advocacy, narrative change, and community capacity building will address core issues areas including education equity and ethnic studies, community safety and resilience, and civil rights and racial justice. Learn more at https://stopaapihate.org.

About AAPI Equity Alliance

AAPI Equity Alliance (formerly, the Asian Pacific Policy & Planning Council or A3PCON) is a coalition of community-based organizations that advocates for the rights and needs of the AAPI community in Los Angeles County and beyond. We are dedicated to improving the lives of AAPIs through civic engagement, capacity building, and policy advocacy. Learn more at https://aapiequityalliance.org/.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and 3-5 page writing sample in one pdf to employment@stopaapihate.org by November 10, 2023. In the subject line, please write “SAH Director of Federal Policy.” In the cover letter, please propose how you would strategically advance Stop AAPI Hate’s work at the federal level in either civil rights or anti-Asian scapegoating.

Don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.

Stop AAPI Hate Policy Manager

Organization: AAPI Equity Alliance
Salary: $70,000 – $100,000
Hours: Full-time
FLSA status: Exempt
Location: Remote, in-office in Los Angeles, or hybrid
Deadline: December 1, 2023
Posting: October 2023

Position Overview

The national coalition Stop AAPI Hate seeks a Policy Manager to research, analyze, identify, and develop people-centered, data-based policy solutions addressing systemic racism against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPIs). The Policy Manager understands how to effectuate policy change using budgetary, legislative, and administrative levers across different branches and levels of government, and identifies opportunities to do so within dynamic political environments. They work on core priorities, such as civil rights, and collaborate closely with teams across the coalition to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Managing Director of Policy and Counsel at AAPI Equity Alliance, a co-founding partner of Stop AAPI Hate. The Policy Manager may work remotely, at the AAPI Equity Alliance office in Los Angeles, or a combination of the two. Some national travel may be required, including to participate in periodic staff convenings in California.

Key Responsibilities

Support development of coalition’s policy priorities at the federal and state levels, including but not limited to California
Conduct policy research and analysis
Draft and review legislation, hearing testimony, public comment, letters of support and opposition, sign-on letters, talking points, presentations, public education and outreach materials, and other policy-related work products
Review, analyze, and track external requests for support of policy initiatives
Review and contribute policy-related content in research reports, press releases, and other external-facing materials produced by the coalition
Attend and present at meetings with elected officials, government agencies, and staff
Attend and present at related trainings, convenings, conferences, and other events
Supervise policy staff, consultants, volunteers, interns, or fellows
Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

3-5 years of professional experience in public policy, with experience working in a legislative body, such as the California State Legislature, especially welcome
Strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Stop AAPI Hate
Experience and passion serving AAPI communities, building power with BIPOC communities, and fighting for racial equity and justice
Superb verbal communication skills, including proven ability to present before different audiences from elected officials and their staff to community members who are new to civic participation
Superb written communication skills, including comfort drafting and revising in response to feedback
Strong project management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities simultaneously in a timely manner
Proactive, self-motivated problem solver who can take initiative and use sound judgment in ambiguous, fluid, and unpredictable environments
Excellent interpersonal skills, including proven ability to work effectively with teammates and a diverse set of stakeholders

About Stop AAPI Hate

About AAPI Equity Alliance

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and 3-5 page writing sample in one PDF to employment@stopaapihate.org by November 10, 2023. In the subject line, please write “SAH Policy Manager.” In the cover letter, please provide an example of a time in which you identified a policy problem and advanced a policy solution.

Stop AAPI Hate Research Manager

Position: Stop AAPI Hate Research Manager

Organization: Chinese for Affirmative Action

Salary: $75,000-$100,000 annually

Hours: Full-time

FLSA status: Exempt

Location: Remote, hybrid, or in-office in San Francisco

Reports to: Director of Data & Research

Deadline: November 30, 2023

Posting: October 2023

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Data & Research, the Stop AAPI Hate Research Manager leads and coordinates research projects to shed light on anti-Asian American and anti-Pacific Islander racism and ways to address it.

The Stop AAPI Hate Research Manager is responsible for directly conducting research and facilitating research teams. As Stop AAPI Hate’s research is often conducted in partnership with other organizations, this individual is responsible for coordinating a research agenda and identifying collaborators. Once a team is assembled, this individual is responsible for overseeing the research project process from start to finish. Depending on the project, this individual can also be an active member of the research team and be involved with analyzing data, summarizing findings, and producing public-facing reports and materials.

The ideal candidate blends a social science research background with project management experience and excellent verbal and written communication skills and is excited to work with a number of internal and external stakeholders.

The SAH Research Manager is an exempt position and can either work at CAA’s San Francisco office, remotely, or a combination of the two, including potential access to our other designated partner office in Los Angeles. Though subject to change, Stop AAPI Hate team members are expected to participate in periodic staff gatherings, primarily in Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Key responsibilities

SAH Reporting Center

Manage the coding and analysis of hate act reports submitted to SAH’s reporting center, including coordinating a coding team of full-time staff and part-time contractors
Communicate findings from SAH data in reports, presentations, and other materials
Maintain documentation for SAH data and research practices

Research Project Management

Manage research collaborators, timeline, and workplan for each research project
Oversee each individual research report’s process from scoping until release
Collaborate across stakeholders, including external partners, research advisors, research assistants, interns, communication advisors, and others

Research, Writing, and Dissemination

Play an active role in research, including study design, data collection, data analysis, and/or producing public-facing deliverables to communicate research findings
Collaborate with the SAH Communications team to identify new ways to disseminate research, such as report briefs, infographics, webinars, etc.

Other Duties

Collaborate with SAH team members to further the coalition’s vision and mission
Provide technical research assistance to other SAH teams
Supervise data and research staff and contractors
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Strong commitment to the mission and values of Stop AAPI Hate, including a commitment to social justice, equity, and civic engagement
3-5 years of experience with quantitative and qualitative social science research techniques and research report writing
Demonstrated ability to complete a research project from start to finish, including research design, data collection, data analysis, and publication of results
Demonstrated experience with project management
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate data and research to non-technical audiences
Flexible, self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively with teammates and a diverse set of stakeholders and collaborators
Graduate degree in social science, public policy, public health, or related field, or equivalent combination of work experience and education (preferred)
Experience with data and research tools such as R, Tableau, Excel, and Dedoose (preferred)

About Stop AAPI Hate

About Chinese for Affirmative Action

Chinese for Affirmative Action is one of the founding partners of Stop AAPI Hate and also serves as its fiscal sponsor. With a legacy of more than five decades of achievements in civil rights and community progress, CAA continues to be a leader in and on behalf of the broader Asian American community.

Chinese for Affirmative Action was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. Learn more at www.caasf.org.

To Apply

Please email a cover letter, resume, and a brief research-based writing sample in PDF format to employment@stopaapihate.org. In the subject line, please write “SAH Research Manager.” In your cover letter, please address the following questions: What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work or life experience so far, and why?

SAH is fiscally sponsored by Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA). Staff hired by SAH will be employees of CAA.

CAA is committed to creating a work environment that is free from discrimination and a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of our Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Women, people of color, immigrants, queer and trans people, individuals with conviction and arrest records, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. CAA will consider those who seek visa sponsorship upon hire, and employees may be eligible for green card sponsorship after 3 months of continuous employment, contingent upon leadership approvals.

Please visit https://stopaapihate.org/careers/ for the most updated job description and if the position is still open.

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