In advance of next week’s membership meeting, I wanted to let you know that we are beginning the search for a new communications coordinator, and that I will be available during the meeting to discuss this opportunity with anyone who may be interested. We appreciate your help in identifying potential candidates for this position; please feel free to forward the information below, and/or to refer questions directly to me.
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Coalition for Networked Information
Communications Coordinator (part time)
The Coalition for Networked
Information (CNI), a library/IT non-profit association in Washington, DC, seeks
a creative, organized and skilled communicator, with at least two years of
previous work experience, to manage its communications and outreach programs
and initiatives. This is a great role for someone who is self-motivated, loves
to learn, is interested in higher education, libraries and technology, and who
seeks an opportunity for growth and increased responsibility over time.
What you will do:
· Support CNI's outreach
initiatives by drafting
posts, press releases, and reports on activities and interests related to
the organization
·
Serve as project manager for website and related activities
·
Edit writings by leadership for style, substance, grammar, and spelling
·
Keep abreast of new
technologies that may benefit communications and outreach programs
·
Manage production of
organizational materials, including print, digital, and multimedia
· Assist with the
planning and execution of events and activities such as membership meetings,
conferences, and workshops
· Manage social media
accounts
· Coordinate awards
programs
What you will need in order
to be successful:
· Degree in communications,
liberal arts, library or information science, or a related field; or
combination of post secondary education and professional experience
· Superb attention to detail and
strong editing skills
· Exceptional verbal and written
communication skills
· Ability to effectively and
efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and some short-notice tasks and
projects in a deadline-driven environment
· Ability to work independently,
but also to work well with others
· Skill in organizing resources
and establishing and monitoring priorities
· Strong research, analysis, and
evaluation skills
· Good judgment
Ideal
candidates will also possess experience with:
· WordPress content management system
· Fluency with common word
processing tools and related tools
· Publication layout and design
· Podcast production and audio
and/or video editing software
· Writing/editing reports, news
releases, and posts in an association or higher education environment
· SEO and data analytics
Modest travel required (1-2
trips annually)
This part-time (25 hours),
benefited position is based in Washington, DC; in-office attendance will be
required, though some limited telecommuting may be possible.
To apply, submit resume and cover
letter to diane@cni.org. Application review will begin Jan. 2, 2020, and continue until position is filled.
CNI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels.