LGBTQIA+ Community Engagement & Communications Lead

Office of NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New York Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs is seeking a strategic Community Engagement & Communications Manager to lead outreach, communications, and public engagement efforts for LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers.

This role reports to the Director of the LGBTQIA+ Affairs and works closely with community organizations, City agencies, and external partners to promote the office’s mission, strengthen visibility, and advance equity-focused initiatives across City resources.

Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
• High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of community engagement and communications strategies for the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
• Build and maintain relationships with LGBTQIA+ community organizations, advocacy groups, service providers, and other stakeholders across New York City.
• Coordinate and support community meetings, listening sessions, public events, and outreach initiatives.
• Draft and manage communications materials including newsletters, social media content, talking points, press materials, presentations, website content, and community updates.
• Assist with planning and promotion of public awareness campaigns and Citywide initiatives related to the work of the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs.
• Monitor community concerns, emerging issues, and public feedback impacting LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers.
• Support coordination with City agencies to promote equitable and inclusive messaging and community-centered outreach efforts.
• Represent the Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs at community events, forums, and interagency meetings.
• Maintain outreach tracking systems, stakeholder contact lists, and engagement reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams on strategic initiatives, public education efforts, and special projects.
• Support rapid response communications and stakeholder coordination during time-sensitive issues when needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma plus 6 years experience

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

City of New York Office of Equity & Racial Justice LGBTQIA+ Affairs is seeking a strategic Community Engagement & Communications Manager to lead outreach, communications, and public engagement efforts for LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers.

This role reports to the Director of the LGBTQIA+ Affairs and works closely with community organizations, City agencies, and external partners to promote the office’s mission, strengthen visibility, and advance equity-focused initiatives across City resources.