Career Opportunities

Program and Communications Assistant

Location: Remote

Application Deadline: July 15, 2023

About the Afghan-American Foundation:

The Afghan-American Foundation (AAF) is a non-profit and non-partisan organization founded in January 2020 to advance and promote the interests of Afghan-Americans through thought leadership, policy advocacy, and public education and engagement. Our constituents are Afghans in the U.S. – a population expected to exceed 500,000 people at the conclusion of the current wave of resettlement. AAF seeks to serve, support, and advance the interests of Afghan-Americans through five main priorities: principled advocacy; civic engagement; education and enablement; and research and analysis. Find out more at www.afghanamericans.org.

Position Overview:

AAF is currently seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Program and Communications Assistant. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our programs and managing communications strategies to enhance the visibility and impact of AAF's work.

Responsibilities:

  1. Program Assistance:

    • Assist in the planning, coordination, and implementation of AAF's programs and initiatives.

    • Conduct research, compile data, and assist in developing program materials.

    • Coordinate logistics for events, workshops, and community outreach activities.

    • Support program evaluation and reporting processes.

    • Maintain accurate program records and databases.

  2. Communications Management:

    • help develop and implement AAF's communications strategy to effectively reach diverse stakeholders.

    • Create engaging content for AAF's website, social media platforms, newsletters, and other communication channels.

    • Manage AAF's online presence, including website updates and social media accounts.

    • Coordinate with media outlets and journalists to promote AAF's events and activities.

    • Monitor and analyze communications metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of strategies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field.

  • Previous experience in program coordination, communications management, or a similar role.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto is highly desirable.

  • Strong knowledge of social media platforms, content management systems, and analytics tools.

  • Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.

  • Familiarity with the Afghan-American community and understanding of cultural nuances is a plus.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and graphic design software.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents to careers@afghanamericans.org:

  • Updated CV/resume

  • Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and qualifications

  • Samples of previous communications work (if available)

Please mention "Program Assistant and Communications Manager Application" in the subject line of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.