Marketing & Outreach Assistant - Affordable Housing
5 days ago
Richmond Hill
Job Description Marketing & Outreach Assistant – Affordable Housing Queens, NY | Full-Time | Entry-Level With Impact Right Person. Right Seat. Right Results. About the Company EqualAccess is partnering with a community-focused housing organization that manages income-restricted rental properties across New York City. Their mission is rooted in equity, access, and long-term neighborhood stability. This team doesn’t just rent apartments — they open doors to opportunity. As they continue to expand their outreach, they’re looking for a Marketing & Outreach Assistant to help amplify their impact. Position Summary We’re hiring a Marketing & Outreach Assistant to support efforts that connect people to affordable housing opportunities. This role is perfect for someone early in their career who wants to learn the ropes of housing outreach, marketing, and community engagement — and who brings strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a heart for equity. You’ll be the behind-the-scenes engine that powers visibility — helping get the word out about housing lotteries, keeping listings updated, prepping materials for community events, and assisting applicants in navigating the process. What You’ll Do Marketing & Promotion * Assist in creating flyers, brochures, social media posts, and outreach emails * Help manage listings on affordable housing platforms and internal websites * Coordinate the translation of materials into multiple languages Community Outreach * Support events, info sessions, and tabling at local housing fairs * Build relationships with CBOs, nonprofits, and local referral partners * Respond to basic inquiries from prospective applicants and tenants Administrative & Reporting Support * Enter applicant and outreach data into internal tracking systems * Help monitor compliance with Fair Housing and affirmative marketing rules * Track engagement metrics and outreach effectiveness * Provide scheduling, file organization, and other day-to-day support What You Bring Required: * High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or Bachelor’s preferred) * At least 1 year of experience in marketing, outreach, housing, or a customer-facing role * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace * Comfort working with diverse populations and multilingual communities * Organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple projects Preferred: * Bilingual (especially Spanish, Chinese, or Haitian Creole) * Familiarity with affordable housing programs (LIHTC, HUD, etc.) * Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or email marketing platforms Location: Queens, NY (on-site with some local travel to events and properties) Employment Type: Full-time Compensation: $50,000-$55,000 Why EqualAccess We help people get in — and then grow. Every EqualAccess placement includes 6 months of mentorship and coaching to support personal and professional development. We work with employers that are building more than housing. They’re building possibility.