Women Building Up is hiring : Community Manager in Brooklyn

Community Manager Reports to : Managing Director, Community Care & ProgramsFLSA Status : Non-exemptSupervisor : NoStart Date : April 2025Salary Range : $75,000-$95,000Organizational Description : This mission of Women Building Up (WBU) is to advance gender, racial, and social justice by supporting women, girls, and gender expansive people who have been directly impacted by carceral systems to claim their power and become agents of transformative change in their communities and the world.WBU is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by a committee of 50 women (cis, trans, nonbinary, and gender expansive), many of whom experienced incarceration, and all of whom are courageous leaders, activists, and passionate visionaries contributing to the growth of larger grassroots movements that advance justice for women.Position Summary : Working with the Community Care & Programs team, the Community Manager advances the mission of Women Building Up (WBU) by managing the development, implementation, and community-centered evaluation of mission-driven activities at WBU. This work includes event management, community engagement, and relationship building, working closely with partners and the local community. This role requires a dynamic individual with experience in events and program management, graphic design, and communications to ensure impactful and sustainable programming.This position requires a flexible schedule with the ability to work some evenings and Saturdays to support programming.The Community Manager is a full-time (35 hours), overtime-eligible position.Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Manage the planning, coordination, and implementation of events hosted at WBU, together with partners when they are involvedOversee and carry out programmatic logistics and administrative tasks, including managing agreements, payments, and reportsProcess documentation of space use, vendor agreements, receipts, and related program informationAssist with A / V set-up, organization and maintenance of the program supply room and coworking operationsSupport building and maintaining relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and participants through WBU-hosted community events, workshops, and networking opportunitiesOrient visitors, collaborators, and core partners to WBU’s community agreements and normsCollaborate with core partners and practitioners to facilitate development of mental and physical well-being health activities at WBUCreate visually engaging program materials and collaborate with Communications vendors to ensure consistent branding and messagingDevelop presentations, infographics, and promotional materials to support outreach effortsRecognizing that this is a small team in a new organization, actively seek out opportunities to assist and engage in shared learning with team members when carrying out programmatic activitiesWork closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of program goals with organizational prioritiesParticipate in regular staff meetings and shared learning opportunities, and contribute to organizational planning and developmentAssumes other related responsibilities and special projects as requiredPerforms all duties in a manner that promotes Women Building Up’s mission and valuesPhysical Demands : Ability to lift and carry 25 poundsLocation : This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring the candidate to be in our Brooklyn office 3 days per week, as the community programming calendar permits.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : 5 years of experience in events planning, management, project management, community outreach, or a similar roleExperience working on justice-impacted and carceral systems issuesExperience in areas including social justice, program management, event planning, art / design, communications, healing arts, or social workProficiency in Google Suite, especially spreadsheets (or Excel), Eventbrite, and other outreach platformsProficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite), technology management, software organization, and content management platformsStrong interpersonal skills and ability to engage diverse individualsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong administrative, organizational, and project management abilitiesSelf-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities and seek solutions to challenges in a fast-paced environmentKey Competencies : Creativity and attention to detail in content and program designOrientation toward facilitation and mentorshipAnalytical mindset for gathering feedback toward learning and evaluationCompensation and Benefits : Salary Range : $75,000 - $95,000 annually, commensurate with experience.Benefits : Vacation : 20 days of vacation annually. Five days are available on the start date, and five new days are issued every quarter, with renewal on the employee’s anniversary.Sick time : 12 days / year (available upon hire)Personal days : 3 personal / mental health days (available upon hire)Holidays : 10 floating holidays of employee's choiceSummer Fridays : 5 days / yearOffice Closure : Women Building Up intends to be closed between December 25 through January 1 unless there is a specific need to be open during such time.Health Insurance : WBU provides group health insurance premium coverage up to $4000 / monthDental & Vision Insurance : WBU provides dental and vision insuranceRetirement : WBU contributes 3% to 401k, no employee contribution required (after 90 days of employment)Professional Development opportunities, tailored to employee responsibilities and goalsApplication Instructions : Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to JazzHR. Application period will closed on March 21, 2025.Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity : Women Building Up is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, prior record of arrest or conviction, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, military service eligibility, veteran status, citizenship status, current employment status, caregiver status, or any other category protected by law. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission.Our hiring processes and our work culture offer support and flexibility for staff with a variety of needs. Should you face an accessibility barrier in the interview process please let us know when you are contacted. We will work with you to provide the accommodation that works best for you.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000