Communications Assistant
Organization:
We believe a better LA County-a better world-is possible.
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LA Voice is a multi-racial, multi-faith organization of 70 faith and spiritual communities that represent more than 50,000 families in Los Angeles County. (See our website ). Our core strategic values are exponential growth of grassroots leadership; bridging to belong across differences; and confrontation with power for social transformation leading to racial equity and inclusion.
Our diverse and experienced team works with communities across the county to create a Los Angeles with equity and abundance for all.
LA Voice is a member of Faith in Action Network (formerly PICO National Network, www.faithinaction.org), the largest grassroots spiritual and congregational organizing network in the U.S., and a member of PICO California, an effective, highly respected grassroots organization playing a significant role to turn the tide toward inclusion and equity and create a true state of belonging.
LA Voice Action, LA Voice’s 501 c (4) affiliate organization, was founded in 2018 with a mission to turn the power of faith voices in Los Angeles County into transformative wins for our communities. To achieve this, we carry out deep, year-round voter engagement efforts that are building a powerful, faithful voting bloc that turns out in every single election, no matter how large or small.
Job Overview:
The Communications Assistant supports the development and implementation of a communications strategy that will be integrated across all organizational programming, materials, and outreach. The Communications Assistant will work closely with the Communications Director to build the narrative and digital power of LA Voice and LA Voice Action, elevating the voices of marginalized communities and communities of faith with a strong coordinated presence in the public arena.
The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, exceptional problem-solving and time management skills, 1-3 years of communications experience, basic multimedia and/or graphic design experience, and basic familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, and Slack. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who wants to grow their skills in communications within a growing organization that is impacting positive, systemic change in Los Angeles County.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Support the Communications Director in the development and implementation of organizational branding and messaging strategy that amplifies the work of LA Voice
- Support the execution of internal and external communications strategies, in particular with graphic design and social media support
- Support the execution of online organizing strategies that complement our on-the-ground organizing to reach our constituencies and move people to action
- Assist with social media, website, and email communication and maintenance
- Support and execute shared communications and fundraising efforts and strategies
- Support the Communications Director in the development and management of communications strategy for our affiliated 501c(4) organization, LA Voice Action
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- 1-3 years of professional experience in communications, preferably in a nonprofit and/or social-change environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, and Slack
- Excellent time management skills: able to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
- Detail-oriented and conscientious about work quality
- Fluency in Spanish (reading and writing)
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a creative and innovative team
- Ability to travel around Los Angeles County to support programmatic events and organizing
Other Possible Qualifications:
- Graphic design and/or multimedia skills a plus
- Community Organizing experience
- Experience working with faith-based communities
- Fluency in Spanish or other language related to our work
- A Bachelor’s Degree or higher-level degree in communications, graphic design, or other related field
- Personal life experience with the issues we focus on immigration status, affordable housing, homelessness, or the criminal justice system
Compensation and Benefits:
- Full-time non-exempt position
- The job includes some evening and weekend work.
- Hybrid position; the employee is able to work from home but must be able to report to the office or other locations and events. Employees must be available for in-person meetings and campaign efforts.
- The salary range is $55,000-$65,000 depending upon experience and demonstrated skill.
- Benefits include a comprehensive health plan, generous personal days, a 5% matching 401(k), and a monthly wellness stipend.
LA Voice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition ((including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply for this position online. Click on the blue "Apply for this Position" button below. Please have the following two (2) documents ready to upload to your online application:
- An electronic file of your resume (preferably a PDF)
- A cover letter stating why this is a fit for you and for LA Voice;
If you need assistance or experience any technical difficulties with your online application, please contact careers@faithinaction.org. Resumes will not be accepted via this email address. You may encounter difficulties if using Google Chrome as your browser. If so, please try another browser.
FAITH IN ACTION provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, FAITH IN ACTION complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
