CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California ยท 1 day ago
Senior Program Coordinator, Advocacy for Incarcerated Muslims (AIM)
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$32/hr - $38/hr
2+ years expCAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California is the largest American Muslim civil rights organization dedicated to protecting the rights of free speech and religious freedom. They are seeking a Senior Program Coordinator for the Advocacy for Incarcerated Muslims (AIM) program, responsible for coordinating outreach, monitoring religious rights in prisons, and supporting advocacy efforts for incarcerated Muslims across California.
Civic & Social Organization
Responsibilities
Support the implementation of a statewide program focused on monitoring religious rights in prisons and jails
Coordinate with the CAIR-CA local offices to map and track complaints coming into the legal teams to identify trends, problematic facilities, and key issues impacting incarcerated individuals
Help coordinate planning activities aimed at reducing barriers to religious accommodation
Conduct preliminary research on reported violations and assist in reviewing facility practices
Draft summaries, memos, and basic reports to support policy recommendations and advocacy efforts
Draft materials and memos outlining the laws protecting the religious rights of incarcerated Muslims and identify blind-spots and areas for strengthening
Provide logistical and scheduling support for engagement with legislators, state agencies, and carceral partners
Help coordinate outreach to prisons and jails, including scheduling monitoring visits and preparing materials
Develop a database and system of key contacts across state and local carceral facilities
Participate in data collection, note-taking, and documentation during monitoring activities
Maintain accurate records of trends, complaints, and barriers related to religious accommodations
Support relationship-building with advocacy groups, attorneys, community partners, and faith leaders
Work with communications staff to share program updates and highlight ongoing issues
Assist in representing CAIR-CA at meetings, coalition spaces, and community events as needed
Support targeted fundraising campaigns by preparing materials, tracking progress, and coordinating events or outreach
Assist development staff with donor communications, grant preparation, and fundraising activities
Help prepare basic impact summaries for donors or stakeholders
Maintain program data, track metrics, and support the preparation of reports for leadership and funders
Help manage timelines, coordinate project tasks, and ensure accurate documentation
Provide administrative support and help onboard or guide interns or volunteers as appropriate
Qualification
Required
At least two years of experience working in advocacy, community engagement, research, project coordination, or related work
Basic understanding of civil rights, religious accommodation, or carceral policy issues (or willingness to learn)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, and handle sensitive information with professionalism
Experience supporting public-facing communications, outreach, or program promotion
Must have access to reliable transportation
Preferred
Experience working with or having lived experience related to incarcerated communities, carceral systems, or civil rights organizations
Familiarity with RLUIPA, First Amendment protections, or corrections policies
Cultural competency and understanding of Islamic religious practices
Experience with fundraising, donor communications, or community campaigns
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents
401(k) plan with an employer match
12 vacation days
10 sick days
12 holidays
Hybrid work schedule utilized temporarily
Company
CAIR Sacramento Valley/Central California
Empowering American Muslims, Advancing Justice: CAIR-SV/CC champions civil liberties, fosters mutual understanding, and stands as a voice for justice and equity.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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