Global Communications Associate
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Future Generations University is excited to announce the opening of a new opportunity to join their team. The University is seeking a highly motivated Communications Associate to support global outreach and communications. The Communications Associate will support a multi-platform communications strategy to lift up the stories, actions, and social transformations of the Future Generations Global Network.
Future Generations University is a small school, where everyone, regardless of seniority is expected to bring a positive mindset to teamwork, be self-driven, have effective time management, and believe that positive social change is possible. Team members are expected to think creatively, participate in University-wide strategic planning, and bring dedicated drive and passion to their work.
The Communications Associate needs to be comfortable working in a multi-cultural perspectives and approaches. They must have a very strong command of written and verbal English as well as a willingness to mentor others. This job will require a very flexible work schedule that may at times require attending meetings outside of normal business hours to accommodate international time zones.
This position is full-time. This position is partially remote with a requirement to be at Future Generations University’s office in Franklin WV at least six days per month. This residency requirement will be adjusted, as needed in accordance with University COVID-related policies. Permanent remote placement may be considered for exceptional candidates.
Interested candidates will be expected to perform the following functions:
- Facilitate monthly communications with Future Generations Country Programs and partner organizations to identify local success stories and recent demonstrations of sustainable impact.
- Maintain the organization’s blog, including coaching staff and partners on generating content as well as writing and editing blog post content.
- Create organization emails including regular organization e-newsletter sent on a monthly basis plus special announcement emails as needed.
- Generate strategies, creating content and maintaining general upkeep of organization social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
- Generate communications tools to supplement campaigns, including event registration through Facebook events, Google Forms and Survey Monkey surveys, Zoom meetings and webinars, and other tools as needed.
- Maintain organization communications calendar, including generating content ideas, setting deadlines and coordinating with staff members to ensure deadlines are met
- Maintain organization website in coordination with University web team.
- Produce written stories, photographs, and videos demonstrating best practices and models of community development within the Global Network.
- Serve as a member of the University’s broader communications team and support other projects or programs on an as needed basis.
Preferred Experience & Skills:
- Experience with creating and maintaining organization or business communications such as social media, website, and marketing emails in a professional setting
- Knowledge of Canva, Mailchimp, Wordpress, Eventbrite, Survey Monkey, and Google Drive a plus
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite a plus
- Experience with photography and videography captured in a professional setting
- Strong copywriting and editing skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to complete tasks and follow-through on
- Experience in international aid or community development is not required, but is desired to help navigate the complex nature of communications content.
- Ability to coordinate and motivate others to ensure meeting deadlines
- Must be energetic, positive, imaginative, well-organized, and capable of functioning effectively in an independent environment and on a small team.
Salary based on prior experience and the candidate's portfolio of skills. Interested candidates should respond with:
- Cover letter, clearly stating your relevant experience, your interest in this position, and why you feel you are the best candidate for the position.
- An updated resume / CV
- Three relevant and recent professional references
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $0.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Ability to Commute/Relocate:
- Franklin, WV 26807 (Required)
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Writing Skills: 3 years (Preferred)
- Marketing: 3 years (Preferred)
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Adaptable/flexible enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Autonomous/Independent enjoys working with little direction
- Innovative prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
Company's website:
- www.future.edu
Company's Facebook page:
- https://www.facebook.com/futuregenerationsuniversity
Work Remotely:
- Yes
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Remote interview process
- Personal protective equipment provided or required
- Social distancing guidelines in place
- Virtual meetings
- Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place
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