Community Engagement Coordinator

Turning Point for Women and Families; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based nonprofit organization in New York is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to lead outreach efforts and support peer liaisons from diverse communities. The role focuses on raising awareness about domestic violence and strengthening community engagement through training and mentorship. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in community organizing, and strong communication skills. The salary ranges from $46,000 to $58,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in community organizing or peer education, especially within Muslim, immigrant, or BIPOC communities in NYC.
• Experience with social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, and LinkedIn.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Community Connectors program, including recruitment, onboarding, and support of women leaders.
• Facilitate training sessions on domestic violence and trauma-informed care.
• Track outreach efforts and report community trends.
• Build and maintain strong community relationships.
• Represent the organization at community events.

Skills

Community organizing

Peer education

Cultural competence

Trauma-informed approach

Proficiency in Canva

Proficiency in CapCut

Social media familiarity

Strong writing skills

Communication skills

Mailchimp experience

Google Workspace experience

Professional proficiency in Arabic

Professional proficiency in Bangla

Professional proficiency in Hindi

Professional proficiency in Punjabi

Professional proficiency in Urdu

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Since 2004, Turning Point for Women + Families has been combating domestic violence and empowering women across the NYC Muslim diaspora. As a community‑based nonprofit, our mission is to combat domestic violence and nurture healthy families through holistic services that promote self‑efficacy. We are committed to empowering Muslim women at all stages of life with culturally and religiously sensitive support.

Our direct services program offers crisis intervention, counseling, case management, support groups, legal advocacy and transitional housing. Our youth program focuses on instilling a foundation of self‑confidence and leadership in Muslim girls through community service engagement, workshops and trainings, and its weekly youth group. Our seniors program offers ESOL and civics classes, empowering them to navigate their later years with dignity.

Even beyond these services, Turning Point plays a vital role in strengthening the wider ecosystem of support for survivors. We conduct outreach across New York City to challenge harmful community norms around domestic and gender‑based violence, train community members and service providers through best practices that are also culturally specific, and mentor the next generation of social workers.

Role

We are seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to lead our Community Connectors initiative. This role is responsible for recruiting, training, and providing ongoing support to peer liaisons from NYC’s diverse Muslim communities. The Community Engagement Coordinator plays a vital role in raising awareness about domestic violence, strengthening referral networks, and fostering grassroots mobilization through culturally responsive, community‑led efforts. This role also supports broader digital and in‑person outreach initiatives to strengthen community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Community Connectors program, including recruitment, onboarding, and support of women leaders from NYC’s diverse Muslim communities.
• Facilitate culturally responsive training sessions on domestic violence, trauma‑informed care, confidentiality, and accessing resources.
• Provide ongoing mentorship through regular check‑ins, peer‑learning spaces, and group meetings.
• Track outreach efforts, gather feedback from the field, and report community trends to inform organizational strategy.
• Build and maintain strong community relationships and serve as a bridge between grassroots voices and internal teams.
• Represent the organization at community events and contribute to digital storytelling and awareness campaigns.
• Support other outreach and administrative tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required; 1–2 years of experience in community organizing or peer education, especially within Muslim, immigrant, or BIPOC communities in NYC.
• Strong cultural competence and trauma‑informed approach.
• Proficiency in Canva (graphics) and CapCut (video editing).
• Familiarity with Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, and LinkedIn.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Experience with Mailchimp and Google Workspace.
• Professional proficiency in one or more of the following languages: Arabic, Bangla, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events.

Salary

$46,000–$58,000 (commensurate with experience)

Location

Queens, NY