Job Bank

Welcome to The Communications Network's Job Bank. Here you'll find full-time job openings listed for communications professionals at U.S. foundations, corporate grantmaking programs, non-profit organizations, colleges and universities, public interest groups, among others, and firms that consult to such organizations.

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CURRENT OPENINGS

Click on any of the following to view descriptions of positions that are currently open.  To apply follow the instructions and for more information, please contact these organizations directly.

The Organization: The Gill Foundation
Position: Communications/Marketing Associate
Location: Denver
Date Posted: June 16, 2009
Organization description:

The Organization
The Gill Foundation works to secure equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender Americans and strives to involve more people in this effort. It works to enlist and educate donors to provide the effective, large-scale financial support necessary to achieve equality, and joins with like-minded organizations and individuals to put forward a shared vision for doing so. It strives to increase support for equality by improving communications with the American people, and by raising awareness of the contributions made by gay men and lesbians to society. Today, as ever, the Gill Foundation remains invested in equality.

Position description--Communications/Marketing Associate
This position reports to the Gill Foundation’s Communications/Marketing Vice President and partners with this executive to complete the 2 person Communications/Marketing team. He/she shall provide project management and support to drive excellence in all department activities, projects, and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and implement external communications in support of the VP-Communications/Marketing.
  • Manage projects as assigned, including working with external vendors, grantees, and other organizations when necessary
  • Draft initial press releases when requested
  • Coordinate and implement internal communications activities, including but not limited to:
  • Collect, record, and disseminate weekly news/blog updates.
    Using staff feedback, compile and disseminate an informational bi-weekly staff eNewsletter – The Scoop.
  • Using staff and department feedback develop a set of informational monthly Lunch & Learn sessions for Colorado Springs and Denver. This includes the distribution of preparatory information, development of discussion points, and necessary follow up.
  • Maintain Gill library of resources.
  • Administer/implement Gill master archive of internal and historical information.
  • Draft and edit materials for internal use and for use on website.
  • Implement additional communications activities as necessary.
  • Facilitate communication efforts with the Gay & Lesbian Fund
  • Attend weekly Gay & Lesbian Fund staff meetings at the Colorado Springs location to update on communications projects and learn about new projects
  • Coordinate ad sponsorships, including design, for the Gay & Lesbian Fund with the Community Outreach Associate
  • Review all outgoing documents for compliance with Gill Foundation Standards
  • Coordinate invitation requests for Gay & Lesbian Fund events and workshops, including set up of graphic design of Create Press Releases as required.
  • Database Maintenance (CRM system)
  • Website Management
  • Event Sponsorships Management
  • Track all Gill event sponsorships and ensure completion of associated tasks.
  • Logistical Support
  • Special Projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be a highly motivated, results- and success-oriented self-starter who thrives in a fast paced, multi-tasked environment and is energized by partnering with a hard driving, results oriented leader. Specific qualifications include:

  • Bachelor’s degree. Public relations exposure and/or graduate degree is a plus.
  • Exceptional skills in:--organization and planning
    --project management
    --social media technical expertise
    --attention to detail
    --multi-tasking
    --interpersonal relationship building with diverse groups
    --decision-making
    --verbal and written communication
    --human relations skills, with the ability to deal effectively and in a collaborative manner with individuals at all levels, within and outside the organization.
  • Ability to be an independent thinker who can grasp concepts quickly and act accordingly.
  • Strong work ethic and personal pride of ownership in all work with a willingness to “roll up sleeves”.
  • Comfort with visibility.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Proficient with Microsoft WORD, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and other technologies in field.
  • Commitment to the mission of the Gill Foundation.

How to Apply
E-mail resumes and/or credentials via a Word document to: Diane Marcum at candidate@marcumpartners.com (include Gill Foundation: Communications/Marketing Associate Position in subject line).

No phone calls please. Please do not contact Gill Foundation directly.

The Organization: ClimateWorks
Position: Senior Communications Officer-Technical Writer/Editor
Location: San Francisco
Date Posted: June 12, 2009

The Organization
ClimateWorks is a worldwide network of philanthropic and non-governmental organizations whose goal is to prevent dangerous climate change. Our objective is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 billion metric tons per year by the year 2030, and ensure that global average temperatures do not increase by more than 2° centigrade – a threshold that most climate scientists describe as a dangerous tipping point.

To achieve this objective, ClimateWorks promotes smart government policies that reduce reliance on carbon-intensive energy sources; rapidly deploy clean, efficient energy technologies and low-carbon infrastructure; and reduce the rate of deforestation in the world’s largest, most threatened tropical forests. We prioritize this work in the nations, regions, and economic sectors responsible for most greenhouse gas emissions – thus increasing our chances of success.

Position description-Senior Communications Officer-Technical Writer/Editor
ClimateWorks is seeking a skilled and experienced writer/editor to serve as a Senior Communications Officer within the ClimateWorks communications team. The Senior Communications Officer will help lead the editing and writing of print and online materials for the organization. The ideal candidate will be a skilled editor and savvy technical writer with the ability to translate complex technical details for various audiences. The final candidate will dazzle ClimateWorks executives with superior copy and unflappable attention to detail.

This is an excellent position for a writer with both technical and non-technical writing experience, who has a passion for energy and climate change issues and an understanding of related policies. This position will report to the Communications Director and will serve as a project and team manager, researcher, and supervisor for many of ClimateWorks’ communications products. The Senior Communications Officer will produce persuasive, strategic written materials under tight deadlines and within a dynamic, team-based environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Edit and provide final review of written documents for a variety of departments within ClimateWorks. Duties will include a full range of editing responsibilities, including narrative organization and structure, sentence-level editing, and copy editing.
  • Write compelling, impactful technical and non-technical documents for a range of audiences (funders, policymakers, scientists, business leaders, engineers, non-profit leaders, and others) under deadline.
  • Conduct research, sourcing, and outreach as needed for written work products.
  • Serve as project manager and team leader/supervisor for written work products.
  • Serve as writing and editing resource for all departments within ClimateWorks and the ClimateWorks’ Network, as needed.
  • Working with the Communications Director, help guide communications strategy of the organization.
  • Assist with other communications activities as needed, including event planning, publicity, and design.

Qualifications
The successful applicant will have the following minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with coursework in journalism, English, or other writing-intensive subject. Master’s degree a plus.
  • 5-10 years experience as a writer and editor of technical and non-technical pieces in both short- and long-form.
  • Experience writing about energy and climate issues.
  • Extensive experience working in an intense, deadline-driven writing environment. Experience in a newsroom a plus.
  • Experience crafting technically complex communications products for a variety of audiences.
  • Superb editing skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience serving as a project manager or team leader for written work products.
  • Experience writing for funders, policymakers, and nonprofits a plus.
  • Creative, resourceful, and professional.
  • Excellent research and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and be flexible.
  • Ability to work in a start-up environment
  • Commitment to the mission of ClimateWorks.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements at this website.

No phone calls, please.

ClimateWorks Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

The Organization: Fenton Communications
Position: Senior Vice President
Location: New York City
Date Posted: June 11, 2009

The Organization
Fenton Communications provides a full range of communications services that help its clients protect the environment, transform markets, improve public health, and advance human rights and social justice.

Position Description--Senior Vice President
Fenton is searching for a Senior Vice President to help guide its New York office. An ideal candidate brings substantial experience in developing and managing the implementation of strategic integrated communications programs for non-profit organizations, candidates, causes, foundations or progressive businesses. S/he will be expected to help lead the company to greater success through business development, client management, staff supervision and energetic, creative performance. Qualified candidates must have a strong network of the local players in progressive issues and a track record for securing new business in an agency setting.

The SVP is responsible for all aspects of management and administration for assigned clients and ensures clients receive excellent creative, high-impact, quality service from Fenton. The SVP must attract and service major clients, must possess high-level issue expertise in his/her field, must provide clients with unparalleled funding and issue strategy counsel, and must manage and mentor assigned staff. The SVP is ultimately responsible for successful attraction and retention of client work.

Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have a strong network of the local players in progressive issues and a track record for securing new business in an agency setting.

An ideal candidate brings a minimum of ten years of experience in developing and managing the implementation of strategic integrated communications programs for non-profit organizations, candidates, causes, foundations or progressive businesses. S/he will be expected to help lead the company to greater success through business development, client management, staff supervision and energetic, creative performance.

Women, people of color and LGBT candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Email cover letter, resume, salary requirements, references and writing samples to barrie@fenton.com with the position title in the subject line. No calls please.

The Organization: Nellie Mae Foundation for Education
Position: Communications Associate
Location: Boston
Date Posted: June 4, 2009

The Organization
As the largest public charity dedicated exclusively to supporting academic achievement across underserved communities in New England, the Nellie Mae Education Foundation (the Foundation) is in a dynamic period of renewed strategic focus. Under the visionary and entrepreneurial leadership of President & CEO Nicholas C. Donohue, the Foundation is exploring a bold new course of reinvention to strengthen, expand, and diversify the variety and quality of educational access and advancement for all learners. The Foundation is realigning its programs and investing in a deeper array of innovative and promising practices in order acquire impact-driven knowledge to inform future practices and shape public policy. Through these efforts, the Foundation will increase the public understanding and commitment needed to support authentic, sustainable systems of education reform that respond equitably and dynamically to the needs of all learners and allows them to thrive in a dynamic economy.

Position Description--Communications Associate
The Foundation seeks a dynamic professional to serve as its Communications Associate as it forges a new strategic direction to achieve increased, direct impact on education reform through innovative, multi-dimensional improvement in systems of education. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Communications Associate will work closely and collaboratively Communications Staff providing high-level communications support consistent with the Foundation’s strategic objectives. S/he will assist with the development and implementation of a multi-dimensional, strategic communications plan, perform media outreach, manage information and data systems, and assist with communications activities and projects including preparing and reviewing a broad range of written materials and presentations. S/he will also assist in communications-based technical support to grantees, and will serve as a liaison across Foundation functions supporting meeting planning/coordination and cross-departmental projects, and providing other forms of assistance as needed to internal colleagues and external stakeholders.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and highly articulate professional with experience supporting the development and implementation of communications plans relevant to the Foundation’s transformative strategic agenda and will demonstrate deep commitment to underserved populations. S/he will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, strong technical capacity, and impeccable writing skills including the ability to synthesize, translate, and manage information in varied mediums and to diverse audiences. S/he will have the capacity to foster vibrant and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, s/he will have a minimum of two to five years of relevant, successful experience in writing, publication development, and supporting communications, public relation/affairs, or marketing functions in education, non-profit, and/or public policy sectors. S/he will hold a Bachelors Degree in communications or a related field, and will have the sophistication, intellectual drive, and knowledge to effectively support the design and execution of comprehensive communications strategies.

How to Apply
Nominations and applications are due by July 31, 2009, though screening and interviewing of qualified applicants will begin immediately. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications including a cover letter, your resume (in Word format), salary history, and where you learned of the position should be sent to: nm-ca@nonprofitprofessionals.com. In order to expedite the internal sorting and review process, please type your name (Last, First) as the only contents in the subject line of your e-mail.

The Organization: SEIU United Healthcare Workers – West
Position: Communications Specialist
Location:  Oakland or Los Angeles
Date Posted: May 26, 2009

The Organization
SEIU United Healthcare Workers – West is a progressive and growing union with 150,000 members in California.

Position Description—Communications Specialist
The Communications Department of SEIU United Healthcare Workers-West handles all aspects of communications in support of its organizing, legislative and contract bargaining campaigns.   

Responsibilities include:

  • Write and edit communications pieces, including flyers, brochures and booklets that are intended both for our members and the public.
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with editors and reporters.
  • Develop public relations campaign strategies, timelines and tactics to support our organizing, contract bargaining and legislative goals.
  • Collect information and quotes and then write press releases and advisories.
  • Share aspects of media training for staff and members.
  • Coordinate all aspects of press conferences and other media events.
  • Collect and distribute news clips and media reports after media events.
  • Regularly update and maintain our media database system.

Qualifications

  • A strong commitment to social justice and the goals and principles of our union.
  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years experience in public relations/media outreach.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively explain our goals and issues to community members, editors and reporters. Bilingual skills highly desirable.
  • The ability to strategize and implement plans in the context of a campaign.
  • Ability to take initiative, to work with a team, and to handle multiple projects and tight deadlines.
  • General computer literacy, proficiency in Microsoft Word and a knowledge of or ability to be trained in Microsoft Access.
  • Willingness to work long, irregular hours, sometimes including weekends, early mornings and evenings.

How to Apply
Submit a cover letter, resume and references to recruiter@seiu-uhw.org, and in the title of your email, include the name of the job for which you are applying. Candidates for online campaigner should include two writing samples.

The Organization: Forum of Regional Association of Grantmakers
Position: Online Communications Specialist
Location: Crystal City, VA
Date Posted: May 19, 2009

The Organization
The Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers (Forum) is a national philanthropic leader and a network of 33 regional associations representing over 4,000 grantmakers. The mission of the Forum network is to connect and support regional associations – in ways that expand their capacity to lead, add value to their members and strengthen philanthropy in their regions – and to bring the knowledge and experience of the regional foundations into the national conversation on philanthropy.

Position Description--Online Communications Specialist
As part of a significant initiative to create and share knowledge, the Forum developed a Web-based Knowledge Management (KM) system that encourages the generation, collection, and sharing of knowledge among a full range of constituents in the philanthropic community. The Online Communications Specialist will build and manage conduits to help regional associations share underused resources developed from on-the-ground practitioners, multiply the number of tools at their disposal, and magnify impact in their regions and local communities.

The primary focus of the position is to create and implement strategies for developing, collecting, vetting, and editing content on the integrated Knowledge Management (KM) System, including the Forum’s Website and other communication mechanisms. We are a small team that needs an online content guru to support the Forum’s initiatives. Emphasis will be placed on developing and sustaining conduits for knowledge sharing across the regional association network and managing the Knowledgebase, the Forum’s collective online repository of quality-vetted resources for grantmakers. Working closely with the Director of KM, the position also supports the testing, implementation, and training of regional associations that utilize the Web-based system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Build and maintain content for the collective Knowledgebase, Forum’s Website, and other electronic communication mechanisms.
  • Administer and routinely enhance the collective Knowledgebase with quality and timely resources.
  • Manage the editorial calendar with staff, member and colleague organizations.
  • Establish close working relationships with key individuals in member and colleague organizations to support joint activities, represent the work of the Forum, and advance information sharing within the network of associations.
  • Analyze site usage statistics to maximize information delivery, develop and/or research appropriate content, and enhance usability of the collective taxonomy.
  • Enhance site navigation, categorize documents, and input metadata elements (synopsis, key terms, rights management, taxonomy, etc.).
  • Lead Forum’s efforts to engage new and existing audiences via innovative Web 2.0/social networking tools.
  • Scan online news feeds and other information sources for breaking philanthropic news, editorials, and developments to provide routine synopses and online content for the network.
  • Support the Director of Knowledge Management and system partners with the implementation and technical maintenance of the integrated KM System.
  • Assist with the development of grant proposals, board reports, Webinars, podcasts, conference presentations, and system support manuals.
  • Research and respond to member queries.

Qualifications

Required skills and attributes:

  • Experience in developing, editing, proofing and maintaining online and offline content
  • Appreciation of Web usability and end-user experience
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, leadership and consensus-building skills
  • Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Technologically savvy, with the ability to explain technical processes simply to non-technical staff.

Additional qualifications:

  • Undergraduate/Graduate degree and at least 2 years of work experience in Communications, Knowledge Management, Journalism, Library and Information Management or related fields
  • Excellent organizational, team-building, and problem solving skills
  • Superior oral and written communications skills are essential
  • Experience with Content Management Systems, Association Management Systems, Taxonomies, Meta-tagging, Web 2.0 technologies (RSS, blogs, wikis, social networks, etc.), and Google Analytics
  • Familiarity with navigation and information design flows as well as implementation of best practices in usability
  • Knowledge of grantmaking foundations and associations a plus
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of HTML and Crystal Reports is preferred, but not required.

How To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter along with a link to your writing sample/s to support@givingforum.org. No phone calls please.

The Organization: German Marshall Fund of the United States
Position: Communications Assistant
Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: May 17, 2009

The Organization
The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) is a nonpartisan American public policy and grantmaking institution headquartered in Washington, D.C.
Position description:

Position Description—Communications Assistant
GMF seeks an energetic Communications Assistant to provide administrative and outreach support to the director of communications and the communications team.

This position offers an entry-level opportunity to gain experience in communications and public affairs in a leading transatlantic organization. This is a catch-all support position with frequent opportunities for initiative and innovation.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Working on video, audio, and other web-based multimedia to promote GMF issues and work.
  • Leading the GMF podcast series, including scheduling and coordinating interviews, conducting interviews, editing, and dissemination.
  • Writing and updating website content, including for the GMF blog.
  • Assisting in the editing and layout of GMF's printed products.
  • Helping manage GMF's social media initiatives and dissemination of products to GMF's network through e-mail and newsletters.
  • On-site logistical support for major GMF conferences.
  • Keeping an internal events calendar and assisting with event planning and execution, including recording, photography, and media relations.
  • Providing general administrative support for the communications team
  • Communicating with the press by phone and e-mail.
  • Maintaining and updating database of press contacts.
  • Maintaining hard copies and/or electronic files of press coverage and articles written by GMF staff and fellows.
  • Processing invoices from vendors and assisting the director in developing the communications budget.
  • Some domestic and international travel, and occasional weekend work, is required.

Qualifications
Strong candidates will have experience with multimedia, including video and audio capturing, editing, and storytelling. In addition, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, English fluency, proven organization and administrative experience, demonstrated interest in international affairs, ability to work independently within a team environment, strong editing and writing skills, demonstrated interest and knowledge in communications, and excellent computer skills, including familiarity with HTML and/or Dreamweaver, InDesign, and Photoshop. Knowledge of one or more European languages is a strong plus. Candidates must be physically able to lift 50 pounds.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position, please forward cover letter, current resume, references, and an 800-word-or-less writing sample to hr@gmfus.org . Please reference "Communications Assistant" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed immediately and will be accepted until May 22, 2009. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be notified.

The Organization: Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
Position: Communications Associate
Location: New York, NY
Date Posted: May 16, 2009

The Organization
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA) is a nonprofit organization that currently advises on and manages more than $300 million in annual giving. Headquartered in New York City with offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco, it traces its antecedents to John D. Rockefeller, Sr., who in 1891 began to professionally manage his philanthropy “as if it were a business.” With thoughtful and effective philanthropy as its one and only mission, Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors has grown into one of the world’s largest philanthropic service organizations. As a whole, the organization has facilitated over $3 billion in grantmaking to nearly 70 countries. The diverse staff of 40 at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is led by experienced grantmakers who bring significant depth of knowledge across multiple issues.

Position description--Communications Associate
The Communications Associate provides support to the staff of the Strategic Initiatives Team, and reports to the Strategic Initiatives Manager.

The Associate will be responsible for projects related to RPA’s external communications (including publications, events and the website), business development and client relations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual looking to expand their communications and business development skills and experience within the philanthropic sector.

Responsibilities include:

* Support staff in project-based work related to business development and client
* relations, including helping to create presentations, proposals, analysis, and reports;
* Assist with logistics and preparation of major events, meetings and conference
* Provide support for RPA publications, including annual reports, newsletters,
* brochures, books and large communications campaigns.
* Manage content and copy changes for the RPA website.

Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:

  • Three-plus years of work related experience.
  • A successful applicant must have excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and must work well as a member of a team.
  • The position requires strong grammar, writing, proofreading, and editing skills and the ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects concurrently. Attention to detail and accuracy in executing transactions is vital.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required. Experience with web content management a plus.
  • Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or similar application strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with and commitment to the nonprofit and philanthropic sectors also a plus
  • Willingness and availability for occasional domestic travel. Occasional extended hours may be required during busy phases of projects.

How to apply
Applications, which will be reviewed as received, must include a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, your resume (in Word or pdf format) and your salary history.
Please send to jobs@rockpa.org by May 29, 2009.

No telephone calls, please.

The Organization: Pew Center on the States
Position: Senior Associate, Web
Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: May 7, 2009

The Organization
The Pew Center on the States (PCS), an internal operating division of The Pew Charitable Trusts, identifies and advances effective policy approaches to critical issues facing states. It researches emerging topics, develops 50-state comparisons, and highlights innovative approaches among states to complex problems. When the facts are clear, PCS advocates for nonpartisan, pragmatic solutions.

Position Description—Senior Associate, Web
The senior associate, Web, is a member of the PCS Communications department and reports to the manager, publications, working closely with the administrative associate, Web. The senior associate, Web, is responsible for maintaining the freshness, integrity and quality of the content on the PCS Web site and for helping to ensure tight integration with related PCS Web sites as they apply. Working in close collaboration with project managers in the PCS Communications team, the senior associate, Web, will also write, edit and proof Web content; research and vet story ideas and create and manage a PCS-wide Web editorial calendar. This individual will use a variety of technical skills to enhance the site's visual and functional appeal.  Additionally, this individual will assist with the development, deployment and maintenance of PCS's emerging e-communications strategy and tools. 

The senior associate, Web, will need to develop extensive institutional knowledge of PCS to enable him/her to manage the Web content. In order to promote an understanding of the work of PCS through the Web site and to increase the site's visibility, this individual needs to be highly adept at developing and implementing marketing strategies for Web sites of a similar nature. Sound knowledge of The Pew Charitable Trusts, its various divisional units and their relationships to PCS will also be critical.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Web Site/Online Communications
  • Working with the manager, publications, create and manage a PCS Web editorial calendar; draft, edit and refine Web content from multiple projects, with a particular emphasis on integrating content across the site from different areas. Work with the Web team and monitor PCS publications and communications calendars to recommend content that complements and promotes upcoming releases. 
  • Assist with final editing of content for the Web in accordance with communications goals and best Web practices. Monitor the daily work of the administrative associate, Web, and publish final content to the site. Help plan the frequent updating of text, photography, slide shows and other materials. Maintain quality control across the site (links, photos, functionality and content). Manage the Home Page of the Web site in order to ensure freshness, relevance and quality control.
  • With the manager, publications, lead the management, maintenance and future development of the PCS site. Working closely with initiatives and the PCS project managers on the Communications team, assist with crafting online communications strategies for PCS that promote the site and increase traffic, visibility and participation from core audiences.
  • Working with the manager, publications, devise and implement strategies across PCS to drive increased traffic to the site and improve the compatibility of content with search engines and other promotional strategies. Work with online communications firms and internal staff to support online marketing campaigns, including proposing content to be marketed, suggesting ads, determining keyword buys and placing ads and other content on major search engines and other Internet marketing vehicles.
  • Provide hands-on support to the site's content team as needed for the daily technical management of the site.
  • Communicate and work closely with members of the PCT Web team to coordinate content and linking between sites.

Requirements

  • Must have excellent written and oral communications skills and be able to work individually and in groups to meet goals.
  • Proven ability to frame and draft cogent written messages.
  • Strong strategic and tactical Web editorial skills, honed by previous Web site management experience in either the for-profit or nonprofit arena.
  • Proven track record and ability to increase Web site visibility and traffic.
  • Four to eight years of Web-site management experience. Professional experience in marketing communications and project management with an agency, corporation or nonprofit organization is required.
  • Advanced HTML, Dreamweaver, Flash and CSS.Experience with a CMS such as Ektron preferred.
  • Knowledge of PhotoShop and Web traffic software, such as WebTrends. Ability to quickly learn software.
  • Strong project-management and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, organize time and identify resources for projects. Meticulous attention to detail at all levels of work.
  • Flexibility and ability to work independently, take initiative, juggle multiple priorities, organize time, identify resources for projects and anticipate Web content.
  • Team player with sound consultation and relationship-management skills.Able to work in groups and individually to meet goals.Able to understandorganizational structures and work effectively through administrative systems.
  • Bachelor's degree required and master's degree preferred with a concentration in marketing or marketing communications.Experience in advertising, design, journalism or publishing is a plus.

How To Apply
To apply online, click here.

The Organization: Chicago Community Trust
Position: Manager of Publications and Marketing
Location: Chicago
Date Posted: May 7, 2009

The Organization
For more than 93 years, The Chicago Community Trust has worked hand in hand with thousands of local residents who see how good Chicago can be and who want to be part of a promising future.

Position Description--Manager of Publications and Marketing
The Manager of Publications and Marketing will be responsible developing, creating, and managing production of publications and marketing materials for the Trust and affiliates to support the Trust’s mission and brand, and strategic priorities. Responsibilities also include writing brochures, reports and program materials for public distribution via both print and electronic media. Other responsibilities include developing a marketing and advertising strategy to raise Trust visibility and support the brand.

Job Duties:

Publications

  • Create and produce Trust and affiliates’ printed materials such as brochures, special reports and other external communication documents. This work includes overall coordination of messaging and brand, as well as writing, layout design, editing, scheduling and coordination of photography, supervision of publication, working with vendors, and ensuring accuracy and that timeline and budgetary objectives are met.
  • Create and design pieces in-house when possible.
    Work collaboratively with Marketing and Communications team to create content for the new Trust web site and develop marketing materials and strategy for expansion of Trust’s web impact.
  • Manage the production of and write the Trust annual report.
  • Assist with the RFP process for special projects including publications and marketing firms.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of marketing, communications strategy and branding for the Trust and its affiliates.
  • Revise and maintain style guide for Trust print and electronic publications.
  • Continued development and maintenance of the Trust’s photo archive.
  • Budget responsibility for Trust publications.

Marketing and Sponsorship

  • Develop marketing strategies and execute advertising appropriate to Trust’s mission and within budget parameters.
  • Work with financial services firms and professional advisors on marketing strategies and materials for Trust products offered through third parties.
  • Work with colleagues to develop sponsorship prospect list and sponsorship opportunities; serve as liaison with sponsors.

Events and Programs

Develop and produce print materials, including invitations, programs and brochures for events for Trust affiliates and to promote the Trust’s visibility among potential donors and other constituencies in collaboration with Development and Donor Services.

Other

  • Conduct ongoing market research to evaluate current and future marketing and communications efforts, including events. Conduct research on specific competitors, products, market trends and market segments, as requested.
  • Provide support to newsletter and Web projects when appropriate.
  • Support Trust event planning and execution.
  • Serve on various internal and interdepartmental committees as needed.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 7 years experience in print and electronic publications, marketing, digital marketing strategy and communications.
  • Bachelors degree in humanities, communications or related field. (Masters degree preferred).
  • Must be able to enhance the Trust’s brand visibility utilizing creative methods and up to date communication techniques.
  • Excellent project management skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent writing skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.
  • Knowledge of budgeting procedures.
  • Ability to gather and analyze data and generate reports.
  • Proficiency in MS office software to include: Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
  • Experience with negotiating and managing contractual arrangements with vendors.
  • Knowledge of print publication processes and web publishing.

How to Apply
Interested individuals should submit resume and cover letter to: resumes@cct.org
Please enter the job title of the position for which you are applying for in the subject header of the email.

The Organization:  Corporate Accountability International
Position: Press Secretary
Location: Boston
Date Posted: May 7, 2009

The Organization
For more than 30 years, Corporate Accountability International has successfully challenged corporations to halt abusive practices that threaten public health, the environment and our democracy.

Position Description--Press Secretary
The Press Secretary is responsible for coordinating Corporate Accountability International’s media outreach and overseeing the effective operation of this program. The Press Secretary regularly communicates with and cultivates relationships with targeted journalists, ensures the organization of Corporate Accountability International’s media coverage, and trains staff and activists in working with the media. The Press Secretary develops Corporate Accountability International’s media outreach plan, working with the Communications Director, to whom this position reports.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Corporate Accountability International’s strategic media outreach plan.
  • Identify, build and maintain relationships with targeted journalists.
  • Supervise 1-2 communications staff.
  • Draft, edit and proof read press releases and other written materials.
  • Train staff spokespeople and media activists nationwide.
  • Maintain up-to-date files, records, and systems.
  • Further develop and evaluate Corporate Accountability International’s overall media strategies and tools.
  • Participate in campaign activities and fundraising drives such as shareholder meetings, phone banks, and campaign events.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated commitment to social justice and progressive social change.
  • At least four years of experience as a full-time staff person in a progressive social change organization, doing communications/media-related work.
  • Talented and experienced copy writer and editor.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills — you enjoy writing and talking on the phone.
  • Demonstrated ability to generate media coverage and work in online/new media.
  • Ability to drive development and implementation of media outreach plans.
  • Excellent administrative skills.
  • Strong staff and program management skills and experience, with a proven ability to direct and work within a team.
  • Enthusiasm for travel.

How To Apply
Email a letter of interest. along with a resume, two to three press hits. and three to five references to jobs@stopcorporteabuse.org.


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