Local Michigan Administrator & Campaigns Coordinator

Job Title: Local Michigan Administrator & Campaigns Coordinator
Organization: CAIR Action (501(c)(4))

About CAIR Action

CAIR Action is committed to empowering and mobilizing the Muslim community across the United States through political engagement and civic action. We work to build political power, advocate for policies that advance justice, and ensure that Muslims are a vital force at every level of government.

Position Summary

CAIR Action is seeking a strategic, highly organized, and community- connected Local Office Administrator & Programs Coordinator to lead local operations and grassroots organizing in Michigan.

As the first staff member in this critical region, you will serve as the primary local representative of CAIR Action—responsible for building foundational infrastructure, engaging with community leaders and members, coordinating advocacy and engagement, and strengthening long-term Muslim political power throughout Michigan.

The ideal candidate is a strong relationship-builder, effective organizer, and systems thinker who is energized by building something from the ground up while working in close coordination with CAIR Action’s national team.

Key Responsibilities

Local Office Operations

  • Serve as the primary representative of CAIR Action in the Michigan
  • Establish and manage local office operations, records, documentation, and compliance materials
  • Coordinate closely with national staff to implement strategic goals, campaigns, and programming
  • Support the development of scalable systems that allow expansion into additional Michigan cities

Community Engagement & Grassroots Mobilization

  • Build and sustain relationships with local mosques, community organizations, student groups, and grassroots leaders across cities in Michigan
  • Organize peer-to-peer engagement, educational forums, roundtables, town halls, and GOTV efforts
  • Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for canvassing, phone banking, text banking, and civic engagement initiatives
  • Serve as a trusted connector between local communities and statewide/national advocacy efforts

Program Oversight

  • Lead local implementation of voter outreach, civic engagement, and issue-based advocacy campaigns
  • Align local campaign tactics with CAIR Action’s broader national and state-level strategies
  • Track, analyze, and report metrics related to outreach, turnout, volunteer engagement, and impact
  • Serve as the local lead on candidate forums, endorsement processes, election visibility, and accountability efforts

Fundraising & Events

  • Support the planning and execution of community events, briefings, and fundraising initiatives
  • Identify and cultivate prospective donors across Michigan
  • Coordinate with national fundraising staff to align local efforts with organizational sustainability and growth goals

Communications & Public Presence

  • Draft and disseminate local outreach materials, including emails, flyers, action alerts, and social media content
  • Represent CAIR Action at public events, coalition meetings, civic gatherings, and partner convenings
  • Coordinate closely with the national communications team to ensure message discipline and brand alignment

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in nonprofit operations, community organizing, political campaigns, or civic engagement
  • Strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Proficiency with digital tools such as Google Workspace, Zoom, and CRM platforms
  • Deep familiarity with Michigan’s Muslim communities and local political landscape
  • Experience managing field operations, campaigns, or volunteer programs strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated commitment to justice, political empowerment, and community advocacy
  • Ability to work weekends and irregular hours as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Compensation: Commensurate with experience
  • Benefits: Flexible work schedule, professional development opportunities, and growth potential as the Michigan program expands

Application Process

To apply, please submit the following to careers@cairaction.org with the subject line:

“Michigan  Administrator & Campaigns Coordinator Application – [Your Name]”

  • Resume
  • Brief cover letter describing your qualifications and commitment to CAIR Action’s mission

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

CAIR Action is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.