Program & Communications Advocate
Reports to: AACRE Director of Programs
Location: San Francisco office, eligible for hybrid work
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Work in office 3 days/week
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Hourly Rate Range: $31.25 to $34.29 per hour
FLSA status: Non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Union classification: Union position
Deadline: Open until filled. Initial deadline: June 23, 2025
Posting: May 2025

About Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality

The Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) network was launched in 2014 to focus on long-term movement building, capacity infrastructure, and leadership support for Asian Americans committed to social justice. There are currently 11 partnering member groups with unique strengths. Fiscal sponsorship, administrative, and operational support is provided centrally for all of these groups so they can focus on their core programs. 

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

Position Overview

Reporting to the AACRE Director of Programs, the AACRE Program & Communications Advocate provides support to the AACRE network working on an array of issues, such as immigration, crimmigration, queer and trans justice, and arts and media representation, that impact the Asian American community. 

The support entails internal network wide communications including monthly and weekly e-newsletters, and Wiki and website updates as needed. The programmatic work varies from monthly workshops to in-person celebrations. Organization, preparation and coordination of these activities in collaboration with the AACRE Programs team are critical responsibilities of the Program & Communications Advocate. 

The ideal candidate is a curious and creative individual who embraces learning, is passionate and knowledgeable about the work of AACRE member groups, is both organized and detail oriented, and possesses sound judgment. We are looking for a flexible self-starter who can thrive in both collaborative and independent work settings; has the ability to prioritize and execute efficiently on multiple projects; and can communicate effectively. This is a non-exempt position and requires the candidate to be located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Must be able to attend events organized by AACRE Programs (occasionally on weekends or evenings). 

Key Responsibilities

• Support opportunities to strengthen AACRE network relationships, visibility, and impact, including but not limited to retreats, collaborations, and peer-to-peer learning opportunities 
• Writing, editing and posting internal communications for the AACRE network 
• Update website as needed, ensuring content is current and accurate
• Work in partnership with AACRE Program team to cultivate collaborations, shared and cross-promoted events, and document network happenings including the AACRE safety pod, leadership team, community celebrations
• Utilize systems and structures for tracking, refining, and cultivating network collaborations, resource-sharing, and communication including the WIKI site
• Document AACRE network for stakeholders, including but not limited to AACRE Board of Trustees, AACRE group leaders, and funders 

Other Duties

• Contribute to fundraising and development activities for the organization as needed
• Perform administrative duties as required by the position
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• Excellent at relationship-building and taking initiative
• Knowledge of and previous experience with networks/collaboratives and Asian American Pacific Islander issues 
• Commitment to the organization’s mission, values, and aspirations, and be able to render these values into practice 
• Experience in social media, digital asset and content production is preferred
• Excellent communication, dependability, and good judgment
• Able to use communications and other tools (e.g. GSuite, Descript, Slack, WordPress, Canva) effectively 
• Able to work independently and as part of a team who supports the mission and diverse partners of AACRE 
• Able to work occasional weekends or evenings based on needs of the member groups
• Ability to speak an Asian language a plus

To Apply

Apply using this link: https://bit.ly/3SPWQj2 

Upload a resume and cover letter that answers the following questions: What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work or life experience so far, and why?  

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

AACRE is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment where everyone is valued and discrimination has no place. We are committed to serving the rich diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, and strongly encourage women, trans and gender expansive individuals, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with conviction or arrest records, and those living with disabilities to apply.

AACRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We consider all qualified candidates for employment regardless of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Please visit https://aacre.org/ for more information.

About Chinese for Affirmative Action (CAA)

Chinese for Affirmative Action was founded in 1969 to protect the civil and political rights of Chinese Americans and to advance multiracial democracy in the United States. Today, CAA is a progressive voice in and on behalf of the broader Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We advocate for systemic change that protects immigrant rights, promotes language diversity, and remedies racial and social injustice. 

At the grassroots level, our community building work nurtures the ability of immigrants to participate fully in civic life. These activities include direct services, leadership development, and civic engagement with limited-English proficient newcomers and immigrants on issues that impact our community. At the systemic level, CAA leads advocacy, communications, and movement building work to improve public policy and shape public discourse. We produce community-based research, publish policy analyses and recommendations, influence opinion through media, organize to engage elected and government officials, and nurture a range of progressive coalitions.

In 2014, CAA helped to launch the Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality (AACRE) network that focuses on long-term movement building, capacity infrastructure, and leadership support for Asian Americans committed to social justice. Including CAA, there are currently 11 partnering member groups with unique strengths.  Fiscal sponsorship, administrative, and operational support is provided centrally for all of these groups so they can focus on their core programs. 

In 2020, CAA was one of the founding organizations of Stop AAPI Hate (SAH), a U.S.-based coalition dedicated to ending racism and discrimination against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAs & PIs). SAH strives to advance the multiracial movement for equity and justice by building power for our communities, working in solidarity with other communities of color, and advocating for comprehensive solutions that tackle the root causes of race-based hate.

With local offices anchored at its San Francisco Chinatown headquarters, CAA provides direct services and maintains an active State policy presence through an office and partnership in Sacramento, and statewide and national advocacy through English and Chinese-language strategic communications and a variety of active relationships with allies.

We are committed to supporting our employees to thrive in service of our mission by providing generous benefits, which include 100% health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employee coverage and 65% for dependent coverage; employer-funded health reimbursement account; paid time off; and professional development stipend.

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and energetic individual with fundraising, development or administrative experience, and a deep commitment to CAA’s mission and values.

Reporting to CAA’s Development Director, and working closely with the Development Manager, the Development Coordinator (DC) is a key member of the Development team, coordinating and implementing CAA’s annual and long-term fundraising objectives. The DC will wear many hats, touching all aspects of fundraising from prospect research and database management to events planning and donor stewardship. Plus, the Development Coordinator will play an integral role in donor communications through direct mail, email and various social media platforms. 

In addition to the Development team, the DC collaborates with the AACRE capacity team (specifically Finance and IT/Donor Systems Management) and CAA staff, primarily with the communications team and to a lesser extent advocacy, policy, and direct services program teams. The Development team works in office several days/week depending on activities and meeting schedules. 

The successful candidate for the CAA Development Coordinator position is a flexible self-starter who can thrive in both collaborative and independent work settings; has the ability to prioritize and execute efficiently on multiple projects; and can communicate effectively. In addition, they have sound judgment and discretion. 

A non-exempt position, the CAA Development Coordinator is an entry level position and requires working at CAA’s San Francisco office at least part-time. Must live in the San Francisco Bay Area or be willing to relocate.

Key Responsibilities

Donor Engagement

• Assist with planning and execution of all donor engagement events
• Coordinate with vendors and consultants to carry out engagement activities
• Manage RSVPs and donor communication for events
• Support development and implementation of volunteer staffing plans for events
• Track budget and expenses

Donor Stewardship

• Provide follow-up and support to any donor queries
• Coordinate and execute mailings and communications to donors using snail mail, Every Action, social media or other modes of communication
• Support development of fundraising and donor engagement assets
• Perform prospect research as assigned

Gift Processing and Database Management

• Coordinate with the AACRE capacity team to ensure timely donation tracking and gift acknowledgement
• Maintain donor and prospect databases
• Organize reports and prepare data for list reviews
• Track fundraising metrics 

Other Duties 

• Perform administrative duties as required for position 
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the organization 
• Contribute to positive work environment in alignment with organizational values

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in development or a related field (e.g., finance, communications)
• Proficiency with Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel
• Ability to work efficiently, meet deadlines, and achieve goals
• Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly and respond professionally to requests
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a wide range of people.
• Outstanding communication skills and exceptional attention to detail and follow through
• Ability to manage projects and events a plus
• Experience working for a nonprofit organization a plus
• Knowledge of database systems such as Salesforce a plus
• Knowledge of platforms such as EveryAction a plus
• Fluency in Mandarin/Cantonese a plus
• Ability to work from 9am to 5pm and occasional evenings and weekends

How To Apply

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to http://bit.ly/4g93v1R. In your cover letter, please address the following questions:  What about our mission or values inspires you? What has been your most impactful work and/or life experience so far, and why? For more information about CAA, please visit www.caasf.org. 

CAA shares fiscal sponsorship with Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality. Staff hired by CAA will be employees of AACRE.

AACRE is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment where everyone is valued and discrimination has no place. We are committed to serving the rich diversity of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, and strongly encourage women, trans and gender expansive individuals, people of color, immigrants, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with conviction or arrest records, and those living with disabilities to apply.

AACRE is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We consider all qualified candidates for employment regardless of age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.