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TITLE: Communications Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Communications Director
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
REASON FOR OPENING: Replacement
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the State Director, Director of Communications or the Executive Director, implement promotion, publicity and positioning objectives for fund-raising and mission activities and to enhance the corporate identity of the March of Dimes.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In coordination with the State Director of Communications, help prepare an annual written communications plan with objectives to achieve core publicity, promotion and positioning objectives for fund-raising and mission activities.
- In coordination with the State Director of Communications, develop and maintain ongoing media relationships in the market and appropriate support tools including an up-to-date media directory.
- Place nationally produced PSAs for March for Babies and the Prematurity Campaign with all media (broadcast and cable TV, radio, print and outdoor), as well as locally produced stories, campaigns and events. Track and report impressions as required.
- Place news and events on external websites and e-newsletters including local t.v. sites, radio, social networking sites, social/cultural sites, etc.
- Prepare and distribute newsletters, pitch news releases and other communications, produce collateral and publicity materials to support the publicity and promotion of fund-raising and mission activities, using tools provided and following March of Dimes style guidelines.
- Assist with development and implementation of media sponsorships.
- Assist in the recruitment, training and promotion of Ambassador Families as spokespersons.
- Other duties as required by the Sate Director of Communications and/or Executive Director and/or Division Director, such as assisting with the planning and execution of promotional events.
- Update and maintain chapter website by ensuring that information submitted is posted clearly and in a timely manner.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- 2-4 years of experience required
- Communications, public relations, media relations experience helpful. Microsoft Word experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; detailed oriented, adaptable, well organized and able to manage successfully multiple projects and tasks.
Jeri Bingham, Director, Communications
March of Dimes
Illinois Chapter
111 West Jackson, Suite 2200
Chicago, IL 60604
Fax: 312.435.0988 or 0966
Email: Jbingham@marchofdimes.com
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