Communications Coordinator

CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,705 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off: 12 vacation days, 10 s

Holidays

Job summary

CAIR-SFBA in the San Francisco Bay Area is hiring a Communications Coordinator who will help amplify Muslim voices and perspectives across media and raise visibility of CAIR's work within the American Muslim community. The role focuses on day-to-day content creation, publishing, and execution across platforms to support CAIR-SFBA's communications strategy.

The position is based in CAIR's Santa Clara office with a hybrid schedule (three days in-person, two remote).

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, PR, digital media, or a related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience managing and writing copy for social media accounts.
• Strong proofreading and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Foundational design awareness and ability to create simple graphics in Canva.

Responsibilities

• Draft and publish website content and email newsletters highlighting CAIR-SFBA's services, events, advocacy, and impact.
• Manage CAIR-SFBA's social media accounts: create content, schedule posts, engage with the community.
• Create simple graphics in Canva for social media, email, and web content.
• Draft and format press releases, media advisories, and statements; support media distribution.
• Support rapid-response communications by drafting pre-approved messages during breaking news.

Skills

Social media management

Copywriting

Editing & proofreading

Canva graphics

Time management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Canva

Job description

CAIR San Francisco Bay Area is hiring a Communications Coordinator who will help amplify Muslim voices and perspectives in different forms of media and raise visibility within the American Muslim community about CAIR's work and services. This role focuses on day-to-day content creation, publishing, and execution across platforms to support CAIR-SFBA's communications strategy.

Title

Communications Coordinator

Location

Based in CAIR's Santa Clara office, CAIR-CA staff currently work a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote.

Schedule Type

Full-time (non-exempt). Occasional evenings and weekends required.

Requirements

Ability to travel throughout the Bay Area (vehicle and driver's license required); authorization to work in the United States

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Communications Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Content & Digital Communications

• Draft and publish website content and email newsletter copy highlighting CAIR-SFBA's services, events, advocacy, and impact
• Maintain CAIR-SFBA's social media accounts through day-to-day content creation, scheduling, and community engagement across Instagram, Facebook, X, Threads, TikTok, BlueSky, LinkedIn, and YouTube
• Create simple but effective graphics and visual assets in Canva for social media, email, and web content, using established templates and brand guidelines
• Assist in drafting and formatting press releases, media advisories, and statements, and support distribution to media lists
• Support rapid-response communications by drafting and posting pre‑approved messages, updating web content, and coordinating assets during breaking news or urgent advocacy moments

Support for Systems & Campaigns

• Support implementation of the communications calendar across email, social, web, and press, keeping Asana tasks and due dates up to date
• Coordinate content needs across departments (legal, programs, development, policy) by gathering information, drafting initial copy, and routing materials for review
• Pull basic performance metrics (e.g., social engagement, email opens/clicks, web traffic) and compile them into simple reports

Brand & Quality

• Ensure content reflects CAIR's voice, style, message, and branding; apply existing brand and style guidelines consistently across platforms
• Review, edit, and proofread communications materials for clarity, grammar, formatting, and basic fact‑checking

Collaboration & General Support

• Participate in the CAIR-CA Communications Committee as needed to share resources and coordinate statewide efforts
• Assist with photo, video, and social coverage at events, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Assist with other external and internal communications duties as needed

Perform other duties as assigned, dependent on organizational needs and employee skills. All CAIR staff are required to assist in general duties, such as weekly outreach and other office tasks.

Required Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, digital media, or a related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience managing and writing copy for social media accounts
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work productively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Foundational understanding of design / visual elements and how to create simple graphics in Canva
• Thorough knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and LinkedIn
• Basic computer proficiency, including knowledge of MS Office, MS Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat, with a willingness to learn additional tools (e.g., Asana, Constant Contact or similar email platform, WordPress)
• A strong commitment to civil rights and CAIR's mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Asana or another project management tool
• Experience using an email marketing platform (e.g., Constant Contact, Mailchimp)
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign
• Proficiency in basic video editing tools
• Experience working in a mosque, Muslim Student Association, or other non‑profit organizations

Compensation & Benefits

• $31‑$34 per hour, commensurate with skills and experience.
• 100% employer‑paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• 12 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 12 holidays.

To Apply

Please submit (1) a cover letter discussing your interest in the position, (2) your resume, (3) a brief writing sample, and (4) the names and contact information of three references.

CAIR‑CA is an equal‑opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination.