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  • Senior Director of Advocacy
    Senior Director of Advocacy
    9 days ago
    $109273 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Description: Senior Director of Advocacy Department: Advocacy Reports to: VP of Advocacy Employment Status: Full Time/ Exempt (40 hours/ week) Salary: $109.273/ year Location: Based in New York City with regular travel to New York City, Albany, and occasional travel to Washington D.C. and throughout New York State. This position is mostly on-site, with a requirement of being in the office 4 days per week and remote 1 day per week. About the Organization The New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC) is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization for nearly 200 groups in New York State. We envision a New York state that is stronger because all people are welcome, treated fairly, and given the chance to pursue their dreams. Our mission is to unite immigrants, members, & allies so all New Yorkers can thrive. We represent the collective interests of New York's diverse immigrant communities and organizations and devise solutions to advance them; advocate for laws, policies, and programs that lead to justice and opportunity for all immigrant groups; and build the power of immigrants and the organizations that serve them to ensure their sustainability, to improve people's lives, and to strengthen our state. Our organizational values: Inclusive & Representative; Fair & Just; Accountable & Trusted. Position Overview The Senior Director of Advocacy plays a key leadership role within the organization, working closely with the Vice President of Advocacy and the NYIC’s Advocacy and Policy teams. This position directs campaigns at the federal, state, and local levels; leads statewide member engagement on advocacy issues; and supports political engagement strategies. The Senior Director will also oversee the Organizing and Strategy Team, aligning its work with the NYIC’s immigration policy agenda. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Leadership • Under the supervision of the Vice President of Advocacy and in collaboration with the Policy team, define advocacy goals and priorities, develop comprehensive campaign strategies, timelines and execution., • Lead the Organizing and Strategy team to implement successful member-driven advocacy campaigns., • Develop local advocacy initiatives in key regions across the state in collaboration with the Policy team., • Ensure clear and coordinated campaign goal-setting across federal, state, and local levels., • Oversee development, tracking & management of priority campaigns at all government levels. Organization • Coordinate the integration of the Organizing and Strategy team with other Advocacy department teams, and broader organizational initiatives., • Collaborate with the Communications team to support media outreach in regional campaigns., • Serve as spokesperson for NYIC and its advocacy campaigns., • Lead rapid response efforts as needed., • Engage local stakeholders and funders and support development efforts through proposal writing and reporting., • Collaborate with the Development team to identify fundraising strategies and programs aligned with advocacy efforts. Relationship Management • Cultivate a strong, statewide of multi-ethnic and geographically diverse member organizations., • Lead efforts in engaging NYIC member organizations to take leadership roles in advocacy and organizing efforts., • Oversee engagement of NYIC member participation in regional convenings across the state., • Supervise and support advocacy efforts, including lobbying efforts, across federal, state, and local levels., • Work with the VP of Advocacy, Political Engagement and NYIC Executive Leadership to ensure successful coordinated outreach and relationships building with electeds on city, state and Federal levels., • Develop and manage strategic partnerships with allies and external stakeholders. Management • Supervise the Organizing and Strategy staff, as well as volunteers and allies across the regions., • Manage staff, provide coaching and feedback, and support professional development., • May occasionally move and carry materials weighing 50 pounds or less. Qualifications • Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in advocacy including substantial campaign management and community organizing experience., • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience., • Strong understanding of coalition-building and grass top organizing., • Knowledge of and deep commitment to social justice and immigrant justice., • Working knowledge of immigration policy and issues impacting diverse immigrant communities across New York State., • Ability to manage multiple projects independently under tight deadlines, • Exceptional organizational skills, communication and interpersonal skills., • Adaptability, strong team player and attention to detail., • Proficient in a language spoken in immigrant communities (e.g. Spanish, Chinese, Creole, Arabic, Russian or other language(s) ) is a strong asset., • Must be legally authorized to work in the US. Salary: $109,273*** In addition to a competitive salary, NYIC offers a full benefit plan, unlimited vacation time after 90 days of employment, paid sick time, commuter benefits and a comprehensive retirement plan. **The NYIC has a transparent and equitable salary structure. Starting salaries for each position are set in advance with no room for negotiation Deadline: Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the role is filled. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship, sex, age, disability or marital status.

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  • Immigration Attorney - Per Diem
    Immigration Attorney - Per Diem
    11 days ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are a small immigration paralegal company with a significant case load seeking an IMMIGRATION ATTORNEY, (not a Paralegal) to join our legal team to provide direct representation to our clients. Must be bi-lingual in Spanish-English. Must have experience in representing clients in immigration court and be able to independently handle immigration matters from intake through resolution. Must possess excellent organizational, time-management and communication skills. As we are small and agile, we need flexibility and a strong desire to be part of the team. This is a great opportunity for you to set your own hours, decide what cases you want to take and join us on our journey to expand and grow the business. Duties: -Family Based Immigration including Family Petitions, Fiancé Petitions, Adjustment of Status (AOS) matters, waiver practice, etc. -Attend immigration court hearings, USCIS interviews, and bond hearings. -Managing family-based immigration cases. Adjustment of status, K-1 visas, waivers, I-130s, petitions for immediate relatives -Prepare and file applications, petitions, motions, and briefs before USCIS, EOIR, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). -Stay current on immigration laws, regulations, and policy changes -Collaboration - as we are small and agile, we need flexibility and a desire to be part of the team -Represent clients in removal defense proceedings, asylum hearings, adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, and other immigration matters.

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  • JOB TITLE: Prep Cook – Russian, Ukrainian, or Spanish Speaking
    JOB TITLE: Prep Cook – Russian, Ukrainian, or Spanish Speaking
    2 months ago
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    DESCRIPTION: StoryCourse, founded by Adam Kantor, Benj Pasek, and Brian Bordainick, collaborates with world-class chefs, writers, musicians and performers to create a bespoke experience that reframes what “dinner theatre” can be. Over the span of a multi-course meal, interactive stories of the chefs’ lives are theatrically interwoven between courses. Featured in NYTimes, Today Show, CBS News, & more! StoryCourse’s newest experience, Diaspora, is a four-course dinner that takes guests through a theatrical exploration of four Jewish chefs’ immigration stories from Ethiopia, Mexico, Iran, and Ukraine to New York City. Each scripted chapter excavates a unique tale of a chef’s diaspora experience, culminating in a signature dish. LOCATION: Midnight Theatricals 245 W 18th New York, NY 10011 JOB DESCRIPTION: Seeking 2 prep cooks (ideally who can speak either Russian or Ukrainian or Spanish) to support our Head Chef in executing 4 dishes seamlessly. You'll be working behind the scenes to prep and help execute 4 culturally distinct dishes as part of this unique theatrical dining event. Responsibilities: • Support prep and plating of 4 signature dishes from the chefs of Diaspora, • Maintain a clean and organized prep station, • Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure timing and presentation standards, • Assist with kitchen setup and breakdown during event days Requirements: • Fluency in Russian or Ukrainian (conversational Spanish or English also helpful), • Experience in fast-paced culinary environments, • Strong knife skills and knowledge of prep techniques, • Ability to follow detailed plating instructions and plating specs, • Respect for cultural cuisine and storytelling through food, • A team-player mindset and professional attitude DEADLINE: Wednesday October 29 COMPENSATION: Rehearsal Saturday Nov 1: $150 Shows: $20/hour (Approx. 8-9 hours/show) DATES & HOURS: Culinary Rehearsal: Saturday, November 1st | Approx. 6 hours Dress Rehearsal: Friday, November 7th | 8-9 hours Performances | 8-9 hours per show, including all dates below: Show #1: Saturday, November 8th Show #2: Friday, November 14th Show #3: Saturday, November 15th Show #4: Thursday, November 20th Show #5: Saturday, November 22nd Show #6: Friday, December 5th Show #7: Saturday, December 6th Show #8: Saturday, December 13th Show #9: Friday, December 19th Show #10: Saturday, December 20th Potential added performances December 12th, 18th, as well as Winter 2026, pending availability. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Message if interested. You will answer the following questions: • Resume (or brief description of your experience), • Are you available for all shows and hours, including daytime prep hours?, • Any conflicts?, • Why are you interested in this position? What makes you a good fit for this role?, • Languages comfortable speaking?, • Do you have your own insurance, or need?, • Are you licensed to work in NY?, • Do you have a food handler permit or ServSafe certification? (Ok if not).

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