Women for Afghan Women’s is looking for a detail-oriented, well-spoken, and energetic Communications Specialist who works closely with WAW’s US Programs Team and Development Team to showcase our accomplishments and success, raise the organization’s visibility, and expand our networks of support by leading all online and media communications-related activities in the United States. Directly supervised by the US Country Director, the Communications Specialist will be a part of the US Programs Team and will work closely with US program staff, the Executive Director, and the Development Team. The position is full time and will be required to work in-person at our Fresh Meadows office in Queens, NY. Main Responsibilities The Communications Specialist’s primary role will be executing the following tasks: Communications Strategy: Work closely with the US Country Director and Advocacy/Outreach Coordinator to ensure that advocacy/outreach efforts and goals are integrated …
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Mental Health Counselor
Position Summary WAW is looking for a full-time mental health counselor who can support the women at our New York Community Center (NYCC). The NYCC provides direct side-by-side and comprehensive services to the Afghan, South Asian, Arab, and Muslim immigrant communities of New York City (NYC) and remote (phone or online) support to Afghans and other immigrants that reside outside of NYC. The position will be working closely with the NYCC’s Case Manager and will report to the US Country Director. The NYCC is strategically located in Fresh Meadows in Queens, which is home to an estimated 90% of New York’s Afghan community, and is within walking distance for many of WAW’s clients. Our success stems from our family-centered, culturally sensitive, and linguistically appropriate approach, which has enabled us to build trust with the community and work within it to foster positive change. This position is full-time, and will provide services onsite and in-person at WAW’s New York …
Office & Administrative Assistant
Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a grassroots, civil society organization dedicated to securing and protecting the rights of disenfranchised Afghan women and girls in Afghanistan and New York, particularly their rights to develop their individual potential, to self- determination, and to be represented in all areas of life: political, social, cultural, and economic. WAW advocates for women’s rights and challenge the norms that underpin gender-based violence wherever opportunities arise to influence attitudes and bring about change. The Office & Administrative Assistant will report to Women for Afghan Women's (WAW's) US Country Director Job Location: 71-19 162nd Street, Unit CF-D, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 Job Type: Full-time. In-person (only candidates who are based locally will be considered). Responsibilities Process all of WAW NYCC’s incoming and outgoing mail Handle phone calls and relay messages to NYCC management and staff Manage and maintain an inventory of …
Citizenship Instructor | Part-Time
Women for Afghan Women (WAW) is a women's human rights organization based in New York City and Afghanistan. We are seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and energetic individual to join the New York Community Center (NYCC) team as a Citizenship Instructor. This position will work directly with WAW clients in the NYCC to prepare them for the US Naturalization Test. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in citizenship and ESL instruction and must hold a degree or certificate in TESOL. This is a part-time position (6 instructional hours/week) with a rate of $30/instructional hour. Responsibilities The Citizenship Instructor’s primary role will be to execute the following tasks: Classroom Administration: Lead in the planning, preparation, and execution of WAW’s Exam Preparation Class under the Citizenship Instruction Program. Duties will include but are not limited to: Administering academic and language assessments to program participants. Presenting …
Caseworker
Position Summary The CASEWORKER is a full-time position at WAW’s New York Community Center (NYCC) and reports directly to the Case Manager. The Caseworker is responsible for working on various client’s cases in a timely manner, supporting the Legal Advisor alongside the case management team. The Caseworker will provide services as needed, always using a strength based approach. The caseworker will work with external organizations and agencies to maximize support for WAW’s clients. Location: 71-19 162nd Street, Unit CF-D, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 Job Type: Full-time Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assist in implementing service plans determined by goals of clients, including reviewing service plans, identifying progress, and revising the plan as needed. Conduct safety assessment and safety planning with domestic violence survivors and assist them in obtaining safe shelter while their case is being processed. Accompany or arrange for clients who need …
Youth Program Coordinator
Position Summary The Youth Program Coordinator leads the youth education programs for WAW’s New York Community Center (NYCC). The programs ensure that participants have a safe space to convene and openly discuss issues that pertain to them, such as college readiness, career development, culture, religion, women’s rights, and gender-based violence. Additionally, the programs develop participants’ skills in leadership, communication, and critical thinking. The person employed in this position will work closely with the Advocacy and Outreach Coordinator. The Youth Program Coordinator Report to Women for Afghan Women's (WAW's) Education Coordinator Job Location: 71-19 162nd Street, Unit CF-D, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 Job Type: Full-time. Some weekends are required. In-person (only candidates who are based locally will be considered). Responsibilities Develop youth program curricula to further WAW’s mission and increase program efficacy Prepare monthly program education …
