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Make an Impact Within Boston's Diverse Immigrant Communities

The Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement is hiring for multiple positions.

We’re growing our team to help support the over 180,000 immigrants across the City. Established in 1998, the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) works to strengthen the ability of immigrants to fully and equitably participate in economic, civic, social, and cultural life in Boston. MOIA also promotes the recognition and public understanding of the contributions of immigrants to the City. 

At MOIA, we think creatively to find solutions and collaborate with other City departments and community organizations to increase engagement in city government and ensure immigrant communities feel a sense of belonging. Help us make sure that our policies, programs, and practices are equitable and inclusive, and that our immigrant constituents and communities have access to all the resources they need to thrive.

By joining our team, you’ll be able to help us ensure that Boston is a welcoming and diverse city. See our available positions below!

 

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Available Positions

Available Positions

Serving as the bridge between MOIA and immigrant-serving organizations, this role will focus on strengthening MOIA’s outreach to diverse immigrant communities through building relationships with community-based organizations and MOIA’s grantee partner networks. This position in particular will also support recruitment for MOIA’s programming, including Immigrants Lead Boston and Immigrant Youth Advancement, and assist with developing proactive communications campaigns.

Looking to use your administrative skills to make an impact at the governmental level? The Senior Administration & Finance Manager supports the MOIA team with managing the administrative components of the department's grants and contracts to execute programming at the City and community level. They also assist the Executive Director and MOIA team with our annual budget preparation and general office management.

Help us shape, pilot, and assess policies and programs to support the economic well-being of immigrants in Boston. The Economic Integration Specialist will be responsible for strengthening the ability of immigrants to safely build assets and thrive through strategic, culturally-relevant initiatives for immigrant workers, businesses, and immigrant-serving organizations, while building and expanding the economic integration ecosystem for immigrants in the City of Boston.

Common Questions

Where can I apply for these jobs?

Click on the job titles above to apply via our Career Center.

If I don't know if I'm the right fit, should I apply?

Yes! MOIA is always looking for candidates with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as lived experience, to bring creativity and innovation to the team. 

What is the timeline for filling these jobs?

We will start interviewing selected candidates a few weeks after receiving applications.

Can I apply to more than one position?

Yes! Feel free to apply to all the positions that interest you and for which you meet the minimum qualifications.

 

Do I have to live in Boston?

Yes, all positions will require residency in the City of Boston by the time you start the job. Click here to read more about our residency requirement.

What are the salary and benefits?

The salary depends on the job and all of the full-time roles come with benefits. You can see the salary range within the job position posted to the Career Center.

Are these full-time positions?

Unless noted, these are on-going, full-time positions with benefits. There is a six-month probationary period for all new hires at the City of Boston.

 

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