Housing Justice Organizer for Immigrant Communities

asianamericansforequality; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,700 - 58,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

403B with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time-Off

Job summary

Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE) in New York City is seeking a Staff Generalist for Housing Organizing & Advocacy. You will empower immigrant communities by providing housing counseling, organizing tenants, and preventing homelessness in Jackson Heights.

This role includes community outreach, tenant support, and advocacy for housing-related issues, engaging directly with residents while fostering leadership. Ideal candidates are bilingual in Spanish and have experience in organizing and counseling. AAFE offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, emphasizing community development.

Qualifications

• Commitment to social justice and youth empowerment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in handling multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach to educate residents on housing policies.
• Organize and support tenant associations.
• Provide counseling for housing-related issues.
• Assist with data entry and client records.

Skills

Organizing

Campaign planning

Counseling

Bilingual in Spanish

Public speaking

Canvassing

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Experience working with immigrant communities

Tools

Google Suite

MS Suite

Social media

Job description

Asian Americans for Equality (AAFE) in New York City is seeking a Staff Generalist for Housing Organizing & Advocacy. You will empower immigrant communities by providing housing counseling, organizing tenants, and preventing homelessness in Jackson Heights.

This role includes community outreach, tenant support, and advocacy for housing-related issues, engaging directly with residents while fostering leadership. Ideal candidates are bilingual in Spanish and have experience in organizing and counseling. AAFE offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, emphasizing community development.