Ninja Scouts of New York City

The Ninja Scouts of New York City are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to lead and mentor young ninja scouts. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for teaching, leadership, & stealth arts! Job Responsibilities: - Lead weekly ninja training sessions covering skills such as stealth, agility, discipline, and teamwork. - Mentor young ninja scouts, fostering their development both as ninjas and responsible citizens. - Organize and oversee scout activities, including field missions, community service, and survival challenges. - Ensure all activities are safe, fun, and align with the Ninja Scouts’ code of conduct. Requirements: - Minimum age: 21 years old - Martial arts or ninja training experience is highly preferred. - Previous experience working with youth or in leadership roles. - CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). - Ability to inspire and lead a diverse group of young ninja scouts with patience & enthusiasm. Preferred Skills: - Expertise in stealth, agility, and problem-solving under pressure. - Experience with planning & executing events or missions. - Knowledge of traditional ninja tools & tactics (bo staffs, shuriken, etc.). Join us in shaping the next generation of ninja scouts in New York City!

The Ninja Scouts of New York City are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to lead and mentor young ninja scouts. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for teaching, leadership, & stealth arts! Job Responsibilities: - Lead weekly ninja training sessions covering skills such as stealth, agility, discipline, and teamwork. - Mentor young ninja scouts, fostering their development both as ninjas and responsible citizens. - Organize and oversee scout activities, including field missions, community service, and survival challenges. - Ensure all activities are safe, fun, and align with the Ninja Scouts’ code of conduct. Requirements: - Minimum age: 21 years old - Martial arts or ninja training experience is highly preferred. - Previous experience working with youth or in leadership roles. - CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain). - Ability to inspire and lead a diverse group of young ninja scouts with patience & enthusiasm. Preferred Skills: - Expertise in stealth, agility, and problem-solving under pressure. - Experience with planning & executing events or missions. - Knowledge of traditional ninja tools & tactics (bo staffs, shuriken, etc.). Join us in shaping the next generation of ninja scouts in New York City!

Job Title: Malikah Safety Partnerships Coordinator (summer contract) / *must have martial arts background * Location: Astoria, Queens, New York (Fully In-Person) Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $30/hour, 20-40 hours per week Duration: Contract role for four months (Specific end date to be determined) About Malikah Malikah is a grassroots organization building safety and power with women and girls through self-defense, healing justice, organizing, and financial literacy. Centered in Queens and rooted in Muslim, SWANA and immigrant communities, Malikah works to create safer, more just communities through education, mutual aid, and movement building. About the Role We are seeking a highly organized, mission-driven individual to join our team for a short-term contract supporting Malikah’s self-defense programming, events, and partnerships. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to safety and empowerment work in immigrant a Muslim-majority communities, and to develop key skills in nonprofit event planning, partnership cultivation, and grassroots organizing. Key Responsibilities Coordinate and support the planning and execution of 15-20 self-defense trainings and flagship, brand visibility events reaching 200 people during four months in Inwood and Washington Heights. Cultivate and pitch new partnership and brand collaboration opportunities. Assist in maintaining and growing relationships with current and prospective community partners. Support with outreach, scheduling, and logistics for self-defense workshops and public events. Attend community events to represent Malikah and support in-person coordination. Assist with data tracking, documentation, and reporting related to events and partnerships. Be open to receiving additional training in Malikah’s signature self-defense methodology. Provide administrative and communications support as needed related to programs and events. Preferred Qualifications Experience in martial arts, self-defense instruction, or related fields (strongly preferred). Arabic and/or Spanish speaking (preferred). Experience working with Muslim-majority, SWANA (South West Asian and North African), immigrant, and/or Black and Brown communities. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and timelines. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities, and work both independently and collaboratively. Comfort with public speaking and community engagement. Enthusiasm for community empowerment, safety, and justice work. Commitment to Malikah’s mission, vision, and values. Additional Information In-person work is required; events may occasionally be held on evenings or weekends. Malikah will provide training and support for the successful candidate in self-defense facilitation if needed. This role is short-term but may open up opportunities for longer-term engagement depending on performance, budget and organizational needs.