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Bilingual Communications & Narrative Coordinator

Job Title: Bilingual Communications & Narrative Coordinator
Organization: Arizona Center For Empowerment / Living United for Change in Arizona
Status: Full-Time Salaried Position
Reports to: Communication Director

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WHO WE ARE:

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Arizona Center for Empowerment (ACE), is a community-led and driven organization committed to raising new leadership in Arizona through confronting the most pressing needs of its often-under-served communities. Its sister organization, Living United for Change in Arizona (LUCHA), is led by changemakers fighting for social, racial, and economic transformation. 

 

At ACE, we seek to create a more inclusive and just standard of equality in Arizona through civic engagement and strategic efforts regarding issues such as immigration, democracy, voting rights, living wages, and education.  By increasing opportunities for education, leadership development, technical assistance, and training, ACE supports the work of community organizations and leaders who are transforming their communities to create a more sustainable future for all Arizona families.

 

At LUCHA, we organize low- and moderate-income and minority families to take action on the issues most important to them and advance the cause of social and economic justice for all.

 

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS JOB

As the Bilingual Communications & Narrative Coordinator, you will serve as a key spokesperson and writer for our organization, crafting compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, especially within the Latinx, BIPOC, and Working Class communities. This role requires an individual who can fluently communicate in both English and Spanish, ensuring our messages are clear, culturally relevant, and impactful. The ideal candidate will manage media relations, develop strategic messaging, and craft narratives that advance our mission and amplify our work across multiple platforms.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

 

This person will report to the Director of Communications and work to increase the visibility of Living United for Change in Arizona and the Arizona Center for Empowerment. 

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​What You'll Do:

  • Video Content Participation: Participate in video content creation, including scripting, on-screen appearances, and voiceovers in both languages.

  • Managing Media at press conferences or press events

  • Media Relations: Serve as one of the primary points of contact for media inquiries, pitch stories to bilingual and mainstream media outlets, and cultivate relationships with journalists and influencers, especially with Spanish media.

  • Message Development: Support in the development of clear, concise, and compelling talking points, press releases, and statements that align with our organizational goals and reflect our values.

  • Narrative Writing: Develop and write stories that highlight the impact of our work, focusing on human interest stories that can be used in speeches, social media, publications, and campaigns.

  • Bilingual Content Creation: Translate and adapt content from English to Spanish and vice versa, ensuring cultural accuracy and relevance.

  • Strategic Communications: Collaborate with the communications team to develop and implement strategies that raise awareness and promote our initiatives to a broad audience.

  • Crisis Communications: Respond to media inquiries in a timely and effective manner, especially in high-pressure situations, while maintaining our organization’s voice and message.

  • Media Monitoring: Track media coverage and report on the effectiveness of press strategies, adjusting tactics as needed.

  • Social Media Support: Work with the digital team to create content that drives engagement on social media platforms in both languages.

  • Compose correspondence, prepare presentations, reports, and other ad-hoc assignments, such as Google Slide presentations, collection, analysis, and summary of information using Google Sheets or other Google Suite programs. 

  • Timely distributes business communications..

  • Protect the integrity of confidential information in all matters.

  • Other duties as assigned.

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Required Skills:

  • Experience in electoral or political communications.

  • Familiarity with Arizona’s political landscape and key issues.

  • Graphic design and/or multimedia production skills.Experience with on-camera interviews and video content creation in both English and Spanish.

  • Associate's degree or higher

  • An equivalent combination of education and experience of at least 3 years experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired as necessary.

  • 3+ years of experience in a press secretary, public relations, or narrative writing role, preferably within the nonprofit, advocacy, or political sector.

  • Fluency in both English and Spanish (written and verbal) is required.

  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills in both languages.

  • Strong understanding of media relations and a proven track record of securing media coverage.

  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Deep understanding of issues affecting Hispanic/Latinx communities and other marginalized groups.

 

Essential Skills to Succeed in the Role:

  • Experience with social media platforms and digital communications.

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to take on projects related to organization with minimal oversight.

  • Ability to have a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

  • Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail, clearly communicating status updates.

  • Skilled in reviewing, screening, and prioritizing mail, email, and telephone calls.

  • Must be proficient in the English language for both grammar and composition purposes and spelling to communicate effectively, prepare reports, record minutes of meetings, and compose routine correspondence and other directives.

  • Experience working with all levels within an organization is preferred.

  • Ability to work with and adapt to various personalities and all levels of personnel within the organization.

  • Proficient secretarial and analytical skills including typing, filing, dictation, proofreading and editing correspondence, duplication equipment, standard computer software programs, and electronic mail.

  • Advanced proficiency in Google email and its applications,  Microsoft Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint with intermediate Excel skills. Experience using a Mac or other Apple products is preferred, but not required


EARNINGS AND OTHER PERKS:

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  • Salary Range $55K-60K

  • Wellness stipend 

  • Company Sponsored Phone Line/Device

  • 25K life insurance

  • 100% employer paid Health, vision, dental

  • Complimentary access to therapy and counseling with EAP (Jorgensen Brooks Group)

  • Company paid Holidays

  • Generous paid time off, including a paid winter break.

  • Hybrid workplace- must be based in Arizona and available for in-person events.

  • A team with diverse experiences

  • After one year of employment, we offer generous paternity and maternity leave

  • Passionate, fun, creative, and innovative team

 

HOW TO APPLY:

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To apply, please visit www.luchaaz.org/apply and submit your application directly through our website. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of professional references to your application. 

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RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION: Human Resources may contact you at various stages of the recruitment process if you meet the qualifications for the position. This contact will be via email or phone only. Please make sure your email address and phone number are accurate. 

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We do not accept walk-in, or hand delivered application materials nor applicant calls regarding open, pending, or closed positions. 

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All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. LUCHA may, at its discretion, revise the job description at any time, and additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Requirements, skills and abilities included have been determined to illustrate the minimal standards required to successfully perform the position. 

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Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staf are fundamental principles at LUCHA, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person holding this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LUCHA /ACE reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.


Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at LUCHA, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.

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