MCYJ is seeking a dynamic candidate with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least three years of experience in crafting compelling narratives, driving digital engagement, or elevating public voice, preferably within a nonprofit, advocacy, or public policy setting. A demonstrated interest in youth justice reform is highly preferred.
MCYJ is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing policies and practices that reduce confinement and support trauma-informed, racially equitable, socioeconomically and culturally responsive community-based solutions for Michigan’s justice-involved children, youth, and young adults.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Content Creation & Management
- Develop and implement robust social media strategies across platforms
- Write and design press releases, newsletters, fact sheets, and blogs
- Maintain and update website content (Wix)
- Draft op-eds and talking points in collaboration with policy staff
- Media & Public Engagement
- Manage media relationships and draft press statements
- Monitor press coverage and track media metrics
- Support outreach for public campaigns and events
- Help shape the overall communications strategy and narrative framing
- Align messaging with MCYJ’s mission and campaign goals
- Elevate community voices and lived experience in storytelling
- Collaboration & Supervision
- Work closely with the Policy and Deputy Directors
- Coordinate with part-time staff, interns, and external vendors
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- 3–5 years of communications experience in a nonprofit, advocacy, or public policy setting
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience with Canva, Agorapulse, and Wix (or similar platforms)
- Knowledge of youth justice, public policy, or community engagement is preferred
- Ability to take initiative, manage projects, and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, youth leadership, and justice reform
WORK CONDITIONS
- This is a full-time, salaried position with a 90-day probationary period.
- Must be available to work Tuesdays and Thursdays in an Ann Arbor office and remotely as needed.
- The schedule will require flexibility to accommodate the availability of stakeholders, special events, fundraisers, and other commitments, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, cellphone, laptop, and reliable internet.
- MCYJ provides an annual stipend for employees to use their own laptops.
How to Apply
Please email your resume and letter that details a response to the following questions to MCYJ’s Deputy Director, Heidi Frankenhauser, at hfrankenhauser@miyouthjustice.org, by Monday, August 25th: (1) What draws you to youth justice reform, and how does your experience align with MCYJ’s mission? (2) What role do you think storytelling plays in movement-building and policy advocacy? (3) What excites you most about the opportunity to shape MCYJ’s public voice and messaging?
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