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The Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS) is a think tank and an educational institute devoted to the study of international migration, to the promotion of understanding between immigrants and receiving communities, and to public policies that safeguard the dignity and rights of migrants, refugees and newcomers. CMS is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks determined and passionate people to help further its mission.

Employment Opportunities

Communications Manager

The Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS), a non-profit educational institute and think-tank devoted to the study of international migration, seeks to hire a full-time communications manager. The communications manager will report to the Executive Director and lead the organization’s communications strategy, digital communications, outreach, and multimedia and design projects. The communications manager will:

Help develop and execute a strategic communications plan, including:

Developing an annual plan.
Conducting analytic reports on metrics to monitor reach, engagement, and retention.
Helping develop communications themes for resource development purposes.
Managing communications projects, including maintenance of CMS’s website.

Lead the organization’s digital communications, including:

Manage, continually update, and serve as the webmaster of the CMS website.
Plan and coordinate regular postings across all social media channels – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and 3 Twitter accounts (@CMSnewyork, @JMHSjournal, and @IMRjournal).
Send messages to and expand CMS’s email list in Mailchimp.
Edit and distribute CMS’s weekly Migration Update.
Send notices of new articles and issues published in the Journal on Migration and Human Security and the International Migration Review.
Share event registration information and other announcements.

Support the organization’s efforts to expand CMS’s constituents to increase the agency’s reach and influence, including:

Coordinate press relationships via Prowly and gmail.
Expand the CMS audiences, including email subscribers, social media followers, website users, and event attendees.

Lead the organization’s multimedia work and design work, including:

Maintain and oversee all photography, video, and audio recordings.
Conceptualize, produce, edit, and post multimedia projects to YouTube, SoundCloud, Flickr, and social media accounts.
Maintain and, as necessary, update the CMS logo, brand, graphics, and multimedia guidelines.
Create social media graphics highlighting CMS events, reports, briefings, and other CMS updates; share to social media channels.

Support CMS major events, convenings, and webinars, including:

Set up event registration forms using Eventbee for the annual Gala, Academic & Policy Symposium, and other convenings.
Track event registrations in Excel spreadsheets and share with the Executive Director and Finance Officer as needed.
Create registration links for Zoom webinars; post the link to the CMS website and share it on social media accounts and MailChimp.
Work with the finance officer and executive director to reconcile ticket / sponsorship purchases for major events.
Work with vendors to ensure that event recordings are received and uploaded to CMS G-Drive, website, and YouTube.
Create and distribute thank you letters to event attendees and donors.

Assist the Executive Director in other tasks as needed, including:

Serve as the board liaison, maintaining / updating CMS Board of Trustees and Corporate Board contact information.
Compile materials into one packet for distribution at CMS board meetings.
Create a 2-page overview report summarizing the agency’s activities each year.

The ideal candidate has the following skills and experience:

Bachelor’s degree and/or training, preferably in a communications-related field.
3-5 years of related professional experience preferably in a nonprofit context.
Excellent oral, public speaking, and written communications skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to translate complex ideas and data into digestible, accessible, and compelling language for online platforms.
Proficiency in open source CMS (WordPress).
Understanding of Google Analytics and metrics reporting.
Proficiency in Mailchimp, Prowly, and contact database systems.
Expertise in graphic design, photo-editing, and / or video production is desirable, especially in InDesign, Premier Pro, Photoshop, and/or Canva.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and last-minute changes.
Superb organizational skills.
Strong critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work self-sufficiently, to direct projects, and to problem solve.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite.
Knowledge of strategic communications and engagement strategies.
Knowledge of immigration policy and / or issues facing immigrant communities.
Knowledge of Spanish, French, or another language other than English is a strong advantage.
Interest in and a commitment to CMS’s mission.

The annual salary for this exempt position is $75,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience. CMS offers excellent benefits, including health insurance plan and a tax-deferred annuity plan.

The position is full-time and based in New York City, presently hybrid remote and in person. Please submit a resume, cover letter indicating your availability and salary requirements, and a short writing sample (media-related writing sample preferred) to Mario Russell, Executive Director, at [email protected]. Please include “Communications Manager” in the subject line.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled and applications are accepted immediately. Due to the volume of applications, CMS cannot return phone calls about the position, and, regrettably, cannot notify all applicants of the status of their applications unless an interview is requested.

Internship Opportunities

Research Intern

The Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS) is a think tank and educational institute devoted to the study of international migration, to the promotion of understanding between immigrants and receiving communities, and to public policies that safeguard the dignity and rights of migrants, refugees, and newcomers. Founded in 1964 and producing academic journals, legal and policy recommendations, and dialogue for better and more rational and compassionate migration solutions, CMS is a mission-driven workplace filled with opportunities to learn, explore new ideas, and build new skills.

Here are some of the things you can look forward to in the position:

Support our researchers, fellows, and executive staff with:

Research-related tasks, including literature review, data cleaning and analysis, and copyediting;
Responding to and researching media requests and questions;
Assisting in research for briefings and testimony.

Support our development efforts with:

Researching funding opportunities and development strategies;
Assisting with tracking grant requirements.

This internship will provide insight into the organization and the work we’re producing through our various channels. It also will provide professional development opportunities for students and young professionals interested in migration and refugee research and policy developments.

Qualifications:

Candidates must be enrolled in or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate studies program. Candidates must be detail-oriented and have excellent written and spoken communication skills, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates should also be passionate about migration, refugee, and population issues.

Internships are unpaid, but academic credit may be available. For internships during the spring and fall semester, preference will be given to candidates that can commit to working 15 hours per week for approximately 4-6 months. For summer internships, preference will be given to candidates that can commit to working for a minimum of 35 hours per week for approximately 3 months.

How to Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample (no more than 5 pages) to [email protected]. Please include “Research Intern” in the subject line.

In your application, please detail your experience with relevant research tasks, including:

Preparing literature reviews
Conducting subject interviews
Facilitating focus groups
Data cleaning/analysis (including descriptions of software used)
Data visualization (including descriptions of software used)
Report drafting
Copyediting
Transcription of qualitative data
Translation of qualitative data – please specify language(s)

Application Deadlines:

Summer: April 10
Fall: July 31
Spring: December 13

Communications Intern

The Center for Migration Studies (CMS) is a New York-based think-tank/educational institute devoted to the study of migration, to the promotion of understanding between immigrants and receiving communities, and to public policies that safeguard the dignity and rights of migrants and newcomers. CMS produces several publications, offers educational events and seminars, and maintains an extensive archive of migration-related documents and photographs. CMS’s signature publication, the International Migration Review (IMR), is the leading social science journal in the immigration field.

The Communications Intern will support all staff but primarily assist the Communications Manager. The successful candidate will be familiar with migration-related issues and current migration-related news and events.

Responsibilities

Tasks include, but are not limited to:

Contributing to CMS’s online communications and social media marketing, including CMS’s social media networks (Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter) and potentially contributing blog posts for the CMS website;
Co-organizing CMS events, specifically CMS dialogues, conferences, and other convenings;
Assisting with the marketing of CMS programs, events, and publications;
Building distribution lists and readership of CMS publications (International Migration Review, Journal on Migration and Human Security, Migration Update) through identification of key constituents including scholars, public officials, faith communities, community-based organizations, non-governmental organizations, corporate leaders, and others;
Assisting with the production and dissemination of press releases and other external relations materials;
Attending external events for CMS staff, and producing summaries;
Assisting in the production of podcasts and event videos

The Communications Intern will have the opportunity to conduct substantive research and/or writing assignments on a variety of international and domestic migration issues. However, they will also be expected to perform administrative duties and other routine operations.

Qualifications:

Candidates must be enrolled or have recently completed an undergraduate or graduate studies program. Potential candidates must be detail-oriented and have excellent written and spoken communication skills, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. Ideal candidates should also be passionate about migration, refugee, and population issues.

How to Apply:

Please send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample (no more than 5 pages) by the appropriate deadline to [email protected]. Please include “Communications Intern” in the subject line.

Application Deadlines:

Summer: April 10
Fall: July 31
Spring: December 13