DC: Deputy Communications Director/Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America

Deputy Communications Director



Education: Bachelor (BA, BS, etc.)
Location: New York, New York, United States
Posted by: Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
Type: Full time
Salary: Highly Competitive
Last day to apply: February 20, 2010
Last updated: December 22, 2009
Sector: Nonprofit
Language(s): English
Job posted on: December 22, 2009
Area of Focus: Media and Journalism, Network of Nonprofit Organizations, Politics, Veterans’ Issues, Voting, Democracy, and Civic Engagement



Description:
Based in IAVA’s New York City headquarters, the Deputy Communications Director will work closely with the Communications Director and the Communications Associates on all communications efforts for the organization. This position offers an extraordinary opportunity to play a key role in the implementation of a nationwide communications campaign, especially in the writing and messaging process.

IAVA is an exceptionally dynamic working environment that offers staff a unique opportunity to become involved with the most important issues facing the nation.

Building on IAVA’s reputation as a leading source for first hand information about the issues facing U.S. troops and veterans, the Deputy Communications Director will be expected to inject the organization’s principles and spokespeople into the national conversation about the current conflicts and the issues facing this newest generation of veterans.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Working closely with Communications Director to draft strategic media plans for key organizational campaigns
• Writing press releases, media advisories, opinion pieces, blogs
• Helping to draft all external messaging
• Proactively pitching the media
• Managing a constant stream of incoming press requests
• Help with writing speeches and putting together press conferences/other high level media events
Additional Qualifications:
This is a job of significant responsibility. The successful candidate will have a strong record of accomplishment in the communications field. This person must be an EXCELLENT writer and proficient in writing in several mediums.

He or she must be quick-thinking, well-spoken, well-read, and a team-player. Familiarity with the structure and management of a nonprofit organization is preferred.

A college degree is required. This position is full-time, and salary will be competitive, based on experience and qualifications. Along with the opportunity to do highly satisfying, worthwhile and dynamic work, IAVA provides excellent medical and dental benefits.
How to Apply:
Please review IAVA’s website (www.iava.org) thoroughly before applying.

To apply, send a cover letter and resume in the same document to hiring@iava.org. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Send .doc or .pdf files only; no .docx, please.

VETERANS OF THE CONFLICTS IN IRAQ AND AFGHANISTAN ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.


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