Job Description

REPORTS TO:  President & CEO

SUMMARY

In coordinating the communications activities of the National Council of Nonprofits, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for managing media relationships and promoting understanding of and support for the National Council, its state members, and local nonprofits. The Communications Coordinator will help to position the National Council nationally as an advocate for nonprofits, and promote the value of the state association network as a vehicle for building the capacity of the nonprofit sector to effect change in peoples' lives.  This position will offer the right candidate the opportunity to transform a traditional internal communications position into a proactive initiative that shines the light on the value of America's nonprofits.

Major Responsibilities

 - Communications: Plan, develop, and implement the National Council's communications and media strategies to increase visibility and awareness of our work, the state association network, and public awareness of the nonprofit sector.

 - Media Relations: Serve as the liaison to the national and trade media for the National Council.

 - Internal and External Editorial Oversight: 

      -Provide editorial oversight and quality control check for all communications to members as well as all external communications, including website and social media vehicles.

      - Oversee the production of major publications, including the annual report and other relevant printed and online reports.

       - Assist staff in the preparation of presentations, speeches, and opinion pieces.

 - Other duties as assigned.

The National Council of Nonprofits is committed to the value that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunities.

Skills & Qualifications

A successful candidate will be a teammate who demonstrates:

 - A natural drive to serve the public good. A background working with nonprofits is expected.

 - A can-do spirit mixed with resourcefulness, discipline, and creative out-of-the-box thinking.

 - Robust professionalism: energetic, reliable, dedicated to high quality, and strong ethic of service.

 - Ability to work both independently and collegially as part of interdisciplinary teams in an entrepreneurial environment, always committed to shared success.

 - A strategic approach yet flexibility in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

 - Creative thinking to reach target audiences.

 - A facility with social media tools.

 - A strong sense of curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.

 - Ability to see and create new opportunities inherent in various situations. 

 - Deep-rooted understanding of the vital role nonprofits play in democratic societies.

 - Intuitive awareness of and interest in public policy, networking, serving the public.

 - Instinctive abilities to anticipate problems and proactively provide solutions.

 - Ability to represent the National Council in an exemplary manner, always maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct and exceptional judgment.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 - Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, or related experience.

 - 3-5 years experience working directly with the media or in communications, preferably for a nonprofit, association, or legislative setting.

 - Superior writing, listening, and verbal communication skills, including exceptionally strong proofreading and editing abilities.

 - Media outreach experience

 - Experience blogging, drafting and posting website content, designing e-newsletters a plus.

 - Excellent attention to detail and research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.

 - Excellent time management and organizational skills.

 - The ability to gracefully meet deadlines and to take initiative.

 - Expert computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Facility with Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign a plus.

 

Organizational Description & Mission

The National Council of Nonprofits is the network of state and regional nonprofit associations serving more than 20,000 member organizations. By linking local nonprofit organizations across the nation through state associations, the National Council helps small and midsize nonprofits manage and lead more effectively, collaborate and exchange solutions, engage in critical policy issues affecting the sector, and achieve greater impact in their communities.

Website: www.councilofnonprofits.org

How to Apply

Please forward the following items to employment@councilofnonprofits.org:

- An error-free cover letter telling us how you qualify, your availability, and salary requirements;

- An error-free resume; and

- A writing sample relevant to this position's responsibilities.

***Thank you in advance for your submission. Due to an expected high volume of applicants we will only be able to respond to those who BEST match our needs.