Communications Associate (Part-time only)
New York, NY
Dislocated Workers Program /
Remote
Hunger Free America (HFA) is seeking to fill a temporary part-time Communications Associate, reporting to the Director of Communications & Digital Outreach, to have primary responsibility for all communications related to promoting and supporting Hunger Free America’s programs. These programs include Benefits Access (direct services assisting New Yorkers apply for SNAP and WIC), strategic volunteerism, and Hunger Free NYC’s Food Action Board Program. The part-time position will end six months from the start date.
This position must be filled by a qualified Dislocated Worker. Candidates must pass a brief Dislocated Worker screening to be eligible for the position. Candidate must qualify as a Dislocated Worker. A "dislocated worker" is someone who lost their job due to one of the following situations:
- You were terminated or laid off from your job, are eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits, and are identified by us as unlikely to return to your previous industry or occupation.
-You lost your job as a result of a plant closing or substantial layoff. You have been unemployed for a long time and are unlikely to get another job in the same or similar occupation.
- You were self-employed and are unemployed due to general economic conditions or a natural disaster.
- You may also be considered a dislocated worker if you have been away from the labor force for many years. For example: you were a full-time homemaker, and you must now return to the labor force because you have lost your source of income.
Skills/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, or journalism.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Experience with graphic design, photography, and/or videography preferred.
- Experience with content creation and social media community management.
- Strong organizational skills with proven ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Fluency in English and Spanish preferred
- Interest in social justice issues, particularly food insecurity.
Essential Physical Demands
- The person in this position:
- Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position.
- Occasionally travels around New York City and possibly outside of NYC to attend meetings, conferences, and other organizational events.
- Frequently communicates with staff, donors, volunteers, and clients and must be able to exchange accurate information in these interactions.
Duties May Include
- Creating digital content for Hunger Free America’s website, social media channels, and email campaigns.
- Attending volunteer, community organizing, and other events in New York City to take photos and videos.
- Conducting media outreach to news media to raise awareness about hunger and promote Hunger Free America’s programs and research.
- Regularly updating Hunger Free America’s website pages with new, relevant information.
- Tracking social media metrics.
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary and Benefits
- This is a part-time, non-exempt, 18-hour per week position, with some in-person work as needed in New York City.
- The time commitment is for a period of six months.
- The pay rate is $25 per hour.
Work Location
- Remote
