PR- DC- Web Marketing & Communications Associate

Web Marketing & Communications Associate



Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, 20910, United States
Posted by: Carbonfund.org Foundation
Job Category: Communications, Computing & Internet, Graphic design, Public relations
Language(s): English
Job posted on: January 8, 2009
Area of Focus: Computers and Technology, Environment and Ecology, Media and Journalism, Network of Nonprofit Organizations
Type: Full time
Last day to apply: March 9, 2009
Last updated: January 8, 2009



Description:
Carbonfund.org has an exciting opportunity for a web-savvy individual with a working technical proficiency to join our marketing & communications team. The person in this position will gain experience in web and search-engine marketing as well as online communications. Creativity and enthusiasm are encouraged in our collaborative work environment. Carbonfund.org is Metro accessible and next to public parking. The organization is the country’s leading nonprofit carbon reduction and offset organization. Visit our website, www.carbonfund.org, to learn more.

Responsibilities:

Web Marketing

• Prepare new web pages, including partner affiliate pages
• Draft copy for web pages
• Update content including graphics on web pages
• Maintain site backend and manage relationships with hosting and vendors
• Assist in managing development of new site features
• Develop and analyze reports on site traffic and donations
• Provide technical support, troubleshooting as needed to site users

Search Engine Marketing

• Maintain Google AdWords account and prepare recommendations
• Implement and refine search engine optimization techniques
• Identify, recommend and execute opportunities to promote site

Communications

• Perform outreach to targeted blogs and monitor developments on blogs
• Write blog posts and comments, including for Carbonfund.org Blog
• Assist as needed with media outreach for major launches and events
• Prepare biweekly e-newsletter in collaboration with partnerships team

Qualifications:

- Prior work experience in web marketing and/or web development
- Excellent writing abilities
- Design experience with Adobe application(s), such as Fireworks, Photoshop, etc.
- Working knowledge of HTML; coding experience with HTML a strong plus
- Team player- meets deadlines and able to prioritize and complete tasks
- Ability to coordinate with other staff to accomplish projects
- Interest in working on global warming issues


How to Apply:
Please email a cover letter, resume and salary requirement or history to ichan@carbonfund.org. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Start date is negotiable, and the salary is commensurate with experience. Carbonfund.org is an equal opportunity employer.