About Us

Muslim Community Network (MCN) is dedicated to empowering Muslim New Yorkers to lead with confidence, compassion, and civic responsibility. Through youth and women’s leadership programs, community engagement, and advocacy, we help build a future where all voices are heard, respected, and represented.

Position Overview: 

The Civic Leadership Manager will lead and oversee the planning, execution, and growth of MCN’s civic engagement programs, with a focus on empowering youth and women in Muslim communities. This position blends strategy and action; supervising program coordinators, developing strategic initiatives, managing community partnerships, and ensuring program effectiveness through data-driven evaluation. The Civic Leadership Manager will also collaborate with internal teams to align program efforts with MCN's mission and broader community needs. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Program Oversight & Supervision 

  • Oversee the planning, delivery, and scaling of MCN’s youth and women’s civic engagement programs. 

  • Supervise and provide guidance to the Youth and Women’s Program Coordinators as well as interns, ensuring alignment with program goals, budgets, and timelines. 

  • Monitor program calendars, deadlines, and deliverables to ensure smooth day-to-day operations across both program areas. 

  • Troubleshoot challenges, provide strategic guidance, and maintain effective program execution. 

 

Strategy & Program Development 

  • Contribute to the strategic direction of MCN’s civic leadership initiatives, focusing on long-term growth and measurable impact. 

  • Collaborate with staff to identify new opportunities for innovation, engagement, and expansion within the youth and women’s programs. 

  • Ensure program goals are aligned with MCN’s broader mission and the evolving needs of Muslim communities. 

 

Community Engagement & Partnership Building 

  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key community stakeholders, including schools, mosques, advocacy groups, and other community-based organizations. 

  • Represent MCN at civic engagement events, panel discussions, and coalition meetings, amplifying the organization’s work and vision. 

  • Support outreach efforts to recruit program participants, build awareness, and promote the impact of MCN’s programs. 

 

Program Monitoring & Evaluation 

  • Oversee program tracking and evaluation, including participant attendance, feedback, and annual impact metrics. 

  • Collaborate with coordinators to identify program strengths and areas for improvement, implementing strategies to enhance program quality. 

  • Regularly compile updates and reports for MCN and other key stakeholders on program performance.

 

Administrative & Operational Support 

  • Assist with budgeting and tracking, scheduling, and operational coordination across both program areas. 

  • Ensure compliance with MCN policies and best practices in safety, inclusivity, and community engagement. 

  • Work with administrative staff to support day-to-day operations and review timesheets of any part-time employees under their program supervision. 

  • Be able to assist in expense reporting to ensure accurate financial documentation and timely submissions.

 

Qualification Requirement: 

  • Experience: At least 3 years of experience in nonprofit program management, community engagement, or a related field. 2 years' experience supervising staff and managing multiple projects is required. 

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, Political Science, Social Science, Community Development or any other related field.

  • Skills: Proven leadership and organizational abilities, with strong written and verbal communication skills. 

  • Community Knowledge: A deep understanding of issues impacting Muslim communities, especially youth and women, is highly preferred. 

  • Collaboration: Ability to work independently and collaboratively, engaging multiple stakeholders across the organization and community. 

  • Flexibility: Willingness to attend occasional evening or weekend events as required. 

  • Location: Must be based in NYC and available for in-person work at least two days per week for hybrid conditions. 

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

  • Salary: $70,000 annually

  • Fully paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage 

  • 401(k) plan with 2% employer matching contribution 

  • 15 vacation days per year (accrued) 

  • 15 sick days per calendar year 

Applications without cover letters and work experience will not be considered

 

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