Equality New Mexico seeking Communications Associate: Equality New Mexico, a statewide LGBTQ advocacy and public education organization, is searching for an excited and eager entry/mid-level Communications Associate who wants to be active in the LGBTQ movement in New Mexico.
The position is part-time (20-30 hrs/wk $17/hr), with the intent of expanding to full-time in the future.
Key Responsibilities:
Content Creation & Social Media Management
Draft and format key content for emails, social media, op-eds, and other communication methods.
Bi-weekly emails and blog posts, as well as multiple social media posts per week.
Other members of the team support these needs, as well.
The position will be a key part of a team charged with deepening and expanding the brand and “voice” of the organization in all communications.
EQNM is working to build a statewide movement that is engaged via email and social media on the electoral, policy, and systemic change we work toward.
The position will work with leadership to develop a communications calendar and then create content to implement Style, Voice, and Brand guidance.
This position requires creativity, understanding (or a desire to learn) intersecting issues, and the best ways to explain and engage our membership on them.
Create and execute social media strategy to engage EQNM audience
The creation of a strategy and calendar are the responsibility of the Communications associate, individual posts, content, and placement are distributed among the team.
Monitor and uplift the digital presence of partner organizations on intersecting issues.
Work with Graphic Designer and Community Organizer to create media assets that engage and empower the EQNM audience
Be a team player
Engage with the EQNM team (staff, Boards, and key community leaders) to continuously shape and implement projects, values, and tactics that work for our movement.
Give and receive feedback from mentors, leaders, and staff about engagement, messaging, projects, and EQNM’s role in the broader world.
Qualifications
Open-minded and eager to learn with a passion for LGBTQ issues at the intersection of race, gender, and class.
Interest in systemic change and upending oppressive systems
Willing to travel occasionally
Interested Applicants can apply by emailing Marshall@eqnm.org with a resume and a writing sample of 500 - 1000 words. (On any topic applicant thinks is relevant)
Please also include a few sentences on why statewide advocacy work on LGBTQ issues appeals to you and what motivates you to create a better New Mexico.