NYC-- Director of Public Affairs--American Psychoanalytic Association

Director of Public Affairs



Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: New York, New York, 10017, United States
Posted by: American Psychoanalytic Association
Job Category: Communications, Public relations
Sector: Nonprofit
Last day to apply: August 17, 2009
Last updated: June 19, 2009
Type: Full time
Language(s): English
Job posted on: June 18, 2009
Area of Focus: Health, Mental, Media and Journalism



Description:
Organization Profie:
The American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA), the oldest national psychoanalytic organization in the nation, was founded in 1911. APsaA, as a professional organization for psychoanalysts, focuses on education, research and membership development. In addition to the national organization’s membership of 3,400, the organization also includes 29 accredited training institutes and 42 affiliate societies throughout the United States. The American Psychoanalytic Association is an equal opportunity employer.

Major Responsibilities:
The overall responsibility for the Director of Public Affairs is to develop and implement communications programs that effectively describe and promote psychoanalysis, APsaA, and its members.

The Director of Public Affairs is responsible for three major functional areas/projects: general marketing and communications for the Association; all media relations for the Association; and strategizing, developing, and implementing both external and internal public relations programs and communications (including graphics communications) that enhance the visibility and promote the value of psychoanalysis.

The Director serves as the staff liaison to the association's Committee on Public Information and is responsible for the department's budget. The Director is also responsible for content of relevant web pages on the Association’s website.

Some travel and public speaking is required.
Additional Qualifications:
• Excellent computer skills: knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Website content management system experience a plus.
• Knowledge of “newer” communications media such as social networking, podcasts, RSS feeds, distance learning.
• Knowledge of professional associations and skilled at working with individual members, volunteer leaders, and local affiliates. Excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment essential.
• Ability to produce error-free professional documents.
• Able to develop strong working relationships.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Accomplished at media placements and relationships with the press.
How to Apply:
Please forward your cover letter including salary requirements and resume to dirpubaffairs@gmail.com