Global Leadership Program Communications Coordinator

About theCompany:

The Armenian General Benevolent Union was established in 1906 and is the world’s largest non-profit organization devoted to preserving and promoting the Armenian identity and heritage through educational, cultural, and humanitarian programs. AGBU currently has a presence in over 40 countries, annually touching the lives of some 500,000 Armenians worldwide.

JobDescription:

The Communications Coordinator is a paid temporary full-time position that will begin on June 16, 2024 and end on August 10, 2024. This position requires the Communications Coordinator to live in the NYU dorms with the summer participants so that GLP staff will always be available for the participants and make them feel safe and comfortable during the program. The Communications Coordinator will serve as the first point of contact to the participants and will report to the Program Coordinator. The main responsibility areas will be creative communications, marketing, dorm supervision and guidance.

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the US in order to be considered for the position

Responsibilities:

• Create all print and digital media for summer program events and activities, including GLP-NY 2024 Booklet
• Design and implement social media strategy for GLP with up-to-date content and photographs
• Take, organize and use photos to document the 2024 season to be used for future AGBU promotional materials
• Devote approximately 20-25 hours per week working in the AGBU Central Office, in addition to work done inside and outside of dorm life
• Serve as an exemplary and capable leader to the participants
• Perform other tasks as delegated by the Program Associate

Qualifications:

• Enthusiastic with a high energy level and a positive attitude
• Fast learner with the ability to adapt quickly
• Proactive and willing and ready to take initiative
• Effective team player with the ability to work independently
• Mature problem solver with the ability to serve as a positive role model for participants
• Career and goal oriented
• Creative with experience with a DSLR camera and a passion for photography

Preferred Qualifications:

• AGBU Global Leadership Program alumnus/a (formerly known as NYSIP)
• Interest in Marketing and Communications
• Experience with digital design programs and platforms
• Interest in program management

How to Apply:

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@agbu.org with the subject line:

“Last Name, First Name GLP-NY 2024 Communications Coordinator Application”

Rate of Pay:

$20 per hour

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?
• Are you able to live in the NYU dorms during the assignment: June 16th through August 10th?

Work Location: In person