DC-- Director of Communications--PFLAG National

Director of Communications



Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, 20036, United States
Posted by: PFLAG National
Type: Full time
Salary: 60-90k
Last day to apply: September 4, 2009
Last updated: July 7, 2009
Sector: Nonprofit
Language(s): English
Job posted on: July 6, 2009
Area of Focus: Gay, Lesbian, Bi & Trans Issues, Human Rights and Civil Liberties, Media and Journalism



Description:
Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) is seeking a Director of Communications to join our Leadership Team. The Director of Communications works with the the Executive Director and the other members of the Leadership Team to develop, implement and oversee an integrated Communications program that advances PFLAG’s mission.

This integrated program’s primary goal is to build the organization’s brand and educate the public through media outreach and messenger training, effective online resources, print publications and public education.

Specific Responsibilities Include:
1. Identify messages and message strategies that build a strong emotional connection between target audiences and the organization’s vision, mission and strategic goals
2. Supervise department staff and interns
3. Serve as executive editor of all PFLAG print and online publications including chapter resource materials, the PFLAGpole, the annual report and other organizational and programmatic publications
4. Manage PFLAG brand across internal departments and across chapter network
5. Oversee all web-based communications to ensure a current and professional portfolio of organizational web sites and resources
6. Manage vendor relationships including web site vendors, printers, designers and others who support the development of PFLAG’s communications tools and messages
7. Develop and manage media relationships, document relevant communications and communicate effectively with media representatives
8. Manage the training of staff, chapter leaders, Board and Regional Directors in media and effective messaging
9. Lead efforts to create and execute discreet media relations campaigns that meet organizational and/or programmatic initiatives and objectives
10. Create and manage public education campaigns with appropriate partners that support of PFLAG’s vision
11. Manage relationships with vendors and partners in support of public education campaigns
12. Develop and manage target paid media placement, where appropriate, in support of public education campaigns
13. Oversee the creation and implementation of departmental budget
14. Implement all of PFLAG’s operational and administrative procedures for the Communications Department
15. Contribute to organizational leadership as a member of the Leadership Team
16. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and/or her/his designee

The position is based in the National office of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Inc. located in downtown Washington, DC. The position is a full-time position.
Additional Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field
2. 5 years experience in supervising staff
3. 5 years media relations and communications experience
4. Ability to establish and build relationships with media contacts
5. Excellent verbal, writing, editing and proofing abilities
6. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that support role as external spokesperson
7. Demonstrated success in managing crisis communications
8. Demonstrated success in developing professional publications
9. Demonstrated success as a spokesperson with media and national organization representatives
10. The ability to multitask, to work as part of a team, and to be effective in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
11. Experience with gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues
12. Experience with grassroots membership organization
13. Graphic design, HTML and website management skills with knowledge of appropriate software (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop, BlackBaud’s Raiser’s Edge & NetCommunity, etc.)
14. An understanding of and commitment to PFLAG’s mission
How to Apply:
Send resume, cover letter and salary history to:
e-mail: job-9comdid@pflag.org

PLEASE REFERENCE JOB ID: 9COMDID

or fax: 1-202-467-8194

or mail:
David C. Manuel, Jr.
Director of Operations
PFLAG National
1726 M Street, NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
PFLAG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE


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