DC-- Media & Communications Coordinator

Media & Communications Coordinator



Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: District of Columbia, 20036, United States
Posted by: American Islamic Congress
Type: Full time
Language(s): English
Job posted on: June 28, 2009
Area of Focus: Media and Journalism
Sector: Nonprofit
Last day to apply: August 27, 2009
Last updated: June 29, 2009



Description:
American Islamic Congress (AIC) seeks a Media & Communications Coordinator to implement and execute media relations and communications work.

The responsibilities of this position include:

- Developing a media campaign to address current events to include writing and editing copy such as press releases, Op-Eds, letters to the editor, articles, brochures and other material
- Pitching stories to media outlets
Developing and maintaining communication lists
- Managing media and publicity events
- Monitoring developing issues in the Muslim world and affecting American-Muslims
- Other communications related tasks as assigned

Additional Qualifications:
- Demonstrated understanding of and
commitment to AIC's mission
- Minimum two years experience in a
related field such as campaign
communications or public relations
- Excellent written and oral
communications skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with
diverse groups including advocates,
media, nonprofit professionals,
Muslim leaders and communities,
think tanks and grassroots
organizations
-Established relations with US based
media; relations with the Muslim
media are a plus
- Website design and maintenance
skills
- Knowledge of Arabic, French or Farsi
is a plus

How to Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and writing samples to employment@aicongress.org. No phone calls.


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