Operations Associate

NAML (National Association of Muslim Lawyers) is hiring an Operations Associate to join its first professional staff as the organization transitions from volunteer-led to professionally staffed nonprofit operations. Reports to the Executive Director.

Role Overview

This is a foundational position building systems and processes for a growing national organization dedicated to advancing Muslim legal professionals across the United States. You'll manage day-to-day operations, member relationships, national programs, and organizational coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily operations management including scheduling, record-keeping, vendor coordination, and administrative support for the Executive Director and Board
• Membership operations: manage renewals, maintain the membership database, handle member inquiries, and ensure members feel welcomed and valued
• Program and conference support: assist in planning and executing NAML's national programs and annual conference, including registration, logistics, speaker coordination, and sponsorship fulfillment
• Financial support: assist with budgeting, invoicing, sponsorship tracking, and financial record-keeping
• Communications and web: maintain NAML's website, newsletters, and social media channels with current, accurate, engaging content
• Relationship building: serve as primary contact for local Muslim bar associations and partner organizations to strengthen nationwide connections
• Governance coordination: organize Board meetings, committee work, and elections, including preparing materials and tracking follow-up items

Required Qualifications

• Highly organized and resourceful; able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deep commitment to NAML's mission of professional excellence and advocacy for Muslim Americans

Preferred Experience

• 1–3 years in operations, administration, event planning, or membership services, especially in nonprofit, professional association, or law firm environments

What's Offered

• Full-time, fully remote position based in the United States
• Salary: $55,000–$65,000 annually, based on experience
• Travel required for NAML's annual conference and national events
• Opportunity to build organizational systems and directly strengthen a growing Muslim professional community