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External Affairs/Media Relations Manager

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Chestnut Ridge, NY, United States
Full-time

Camphill Foundation seeks to enhance its visibility and impact through growth in its communication program. The External Affairs/Media Relations Manager reports to the Executive Director and will be responsible for leading the overall social media and press relations activity of Camphill Foundation. He/she will be responsible for upholding the Camphill Foundation brand, developing an overall communications and public affairs strategy and managing Camphill Foundation’s social media platforms in line with agreed-upon key performance indicators.

Areas of Responsibility: 

Essential Job Functions

  • Coordinate and maintain website and social media platforms​
  • Develop and coordinate social media strategy for the Foundation and, as needed, across Camphill platforms in North America
  • Craft key messages for specific groups, initiatives or projects
  • Build and maintain relationships with relevant press and media
  • Write promotional materials, website content, social media posts, articles, publications and other communication materials as required
  • Organize new and innovative ways to communicate and engage donor, thought leadership and Camphill constituencies
  • Promote ongoing Foundation events and programs
Educational Background: 
BA in Communications or related field
Skills/Experience: 

Job Requirements:

  • 2 years minimum of related work experience
  • Demonstrated experience in public relations
  • Social media posting and engagement experience, WordPress publications (or similar), Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills (writing samples required) • Interest in working in a non-profit environment
Compensation/Benefits: 

This is a part-time or full-time position with the opportunity to work on-site or remotely. Salary and benefits commensurable with hours and experience.

Organization Info

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Oct 4 2017
Active Until: 
Nov 4 2017
Hiring Organization: 
Camphill Foundation
industry: 
Nonprofit