DC-- Grassroots Communications Coordinator--RESULTS Educational Fund

Grassroots Communications Coordinator


Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, 20002, United States
Posted by: RESULTS
Job Category: Communications
Sector: Nonprofit
Last day to apply: September 14, 2009
Last updated: July 17, 2009
Type: Full time
Language(s): English
Job posted on: July 16, 2009
Area of Focus: Media and Journalism, Poverty and Hunger



Description:
Grassroots Communications Coordinator
RESULTS Educational Fund

RESULTS Educational Fund (REF) seeks a hands-on communications and media specialist for the position of Grassroots Communications Coordinator to work with a dynamic team in Washington, D.C. The candidate will report directly to the Communications Director, and work with other communications team members and program staff to develop and implement communications and media strategies. Responsibilities will include leading REF’s grassroots advocates in their communications and media outreach and developing REF’s online communications tools. In addition, the Grassroots Communications Coordinator will also, at times, develop materials for REF’s global anti-tuberculosis campaign — the Advocacy to Control Tuberculosis Internationally (ACTION) project.

REF is a nonprofit citizens’ advocacy organization dedicated to generating the public and political will to end hunger and the worst aspects of poverty. REF has more than 100 volunteer chapters around the country who are well-known on the Hill for their commitment and leadership on issues of poverty. It also works with partners and allies around the world, including international organizations and NGOs in Asia, Africa, and Europe. REF focuses advocacy and educational efforts on addressing diseases such as TB and HIV/AIDS and other major killers of people in poverty, achieving education for all, and expanding access to microfinance for the very poor.

ACTION is an international partnership of advocates working to mobilize resources to treat and prevent the spread of TB. ACTION's underlying premise is that more rapid progress can be made against the global TB epidemic by building support for increased public sector funding for effective TB control among key policymakers and opinion leaders in both high TB burden countries and donor countries. ACTION currently works in Canada, France, India, Japan, Kenya, the U.K., and the U.S.
This is a full-time position based in Washington, D.C. Salary and benefits package are competitive and based on experience.
Responsibilities:
1. OVERSEE DOMESTIC AND GLOBAL GRASSROOTS COMMUNICATIONS ACTIVITIES:

- Work directly with grassroots and legislative staff to develop communications, marketing and media strategies and materials for grassroots partners

-Plan and execute monthly media training conference calls for grassroots partners

-Assist grassroots partners in developing new media tools for their local chapters

2. OVERSEE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF NEW MEDIA TOOLS

-Develop and update content for the REF website

-Work to further develop REF’s presence on blogs, Facebook, Twitter, and other social media tools

3. ASSIST WITH EFFECTIVE MEDIA RELATIONS:

- Assist in relationship building with key journalists and pitching of story ideas

- Assist in development of press releases, editorial background packets, talking points and other written materials

- Oversee the monitoring, tracking and filing of print, radio and online media clippings and updating library of b-roll, images and audio files

4. ASSIST WITH THE PRODUCTION OF EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS MATERIALS:

- Develop content for REF and ACTION websites, newsletters, and publications as needed

-Assist with copyediting and quality control

5. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

- Occasionally representing REF/ACTION on coalition conference calls and at meetings

- Helping to organize annual International Conference of hundreds of grassroots activists and international partners

Qualifications:
-The candidate should have passion for RESULTS/REF’s goals.

- Minimum three years working in communications and media on team-oriented projects, preferably in an international development or public health context.

- Track record of generating coverage in top-tier media.

- Ability to train activists new to media work as well as enhance the skills of veteran media activists

-Exceptional writing and editing skills and ability to communicate effectively in person and online.

-Dedication to detail, with experience in managing multiple deadlines and complex assignments from start to finish.

- Demonstrates initiative and flexibility. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, as well as independently and as part of a larger team.

- Willingness to work effectively and efficiently with interoffice and offsite team members and management.

-Demonstrated computer skills, including solid knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications. Experience with online Content Management Systems a plus.

- Undergraduate degree required. MA in communications, media, international relations, political science or related field preferred.


Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 writing samples (press release, advisory, and op-ed) for consideration to Alexandra Hostetter at ahostetter@results.org. Applicants will be contacted by e-mail should their submission match the skill set required. No calls please.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 writing samples (press release, advisory, and op-ed) for consideration to Alexandra Hostetter at ahostetter@results.org. Applicants will be contacted by e-mail should their submission match the skill set required. No calls please.


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