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| Job Title: | Senior Director of Communications |
| Organization: | Somaly Mam Foundation |
| Region: | West Coast |
| Description: | Organizational Overview: The Somaly Mam Foundation (SMF) is a nonprofit organization committed to ending sex slavery and empowering survivors as part of the solution. SMF is based around the vision and work of Cambodian activist and survivor Somaly Mam. SMF supports survivor-driven advocacy, direct services for victims, and eradication of slavery through strategic partnerships, grassroots activism, and social media. For more information, please visit www.somaly.org. Mission: To give victims and survivors a voice in their lives, liberate victims, end slavery, and empower survivors as they create and sustain lives of dignity. Position Overview: Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director (ED), the Senior Director of Communications will develop and coordinate the implementation of a strategic communications plan that supports SMF's constituency building, advocacy efforts, and fundraising initiatives. The Senior Director of Communications will be responsible for the positioning and management of the SMF brand through ongoing communications efforts, including local and national activities, press outreach, marketing materials, and high-profile events. Working closely with the Foundation's ED, she/he will be responsible for supporting collaborative planning with partners and communications consultants to support the development and implementation of communications strategies. Positions reporting to the Senior Director of Communications include the Director of Partnerships & Business Development. Major Duties and Responsibilities Planning Manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of a prioritized, budgeted communications plan that supports discreet audiences in collaboration with SMF growth objectives, increases the visibility of the brand, and aligns with the SMF Foundation's general principles Understand the SMF team's mission, strategy, goals, current operating plan, and event calendar: meet the day-to-day communications needs of the SMF objectives Media Manage writing and pitching news announcements; scheduling staff media appearances; planning media and other events; supporting on on-line engagement; developing e-mail and newsletter content; coordinating with SMF staff and managing communications consultants Develop messages, materials, and other content for target audiences; facilitate ongoing media relations; track and measure over time the level of engagement within the network Prepare media briefings; facilitate social media conversations; and support special events and briefings Manage all media contacts Help the Foundation's Executive Director develop metrics to measure the impact of communications activities and share data on outputs with relevant partners and with the team Respond to local issues and mitigate negative press; act as direct company spokesperson as needed Train and provide advice to Foundation executives for media interviews, press conferences, and presentations Online Engagement Oversee work of Director of Partners & Business Development, including all social media programs Work closely with the Director of Partnerships & Business Development to prioritize and manage projects, plan the website's features and enhancements, and produce updates to the current website Serve as liaison with IT consultants for structural changes and new feature rollouts Educate SMF audiences about SMF's opportunities for grassroots engagement, and provide target audience with communications tools, including materials, guides, videos, and reusable content and stories Coordinate website maintenance and ensure that new, vetted information (article links, stories, and events) is posted regularly Other Engagement Manage development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral, including but not limited to newsletters, brochures, annual report, e-newsletters, and press kits Coordinate and organize annual meetings that engage the network's discrete audiences Represent SMF as an active member of the anti- trafficking community Coordinate communications with media outlets, grantees, partners, influential thought leaders, and policy makers as needed Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education & Training Bachelor's degree in communications, international affairs, public policy, or journalism, or equivalent experience required MA degree is preferred Minimum of 8 years experience in communications, public relations, and/or media outlets Experience Excellent writing, editing, interpersonal, and oral communications skills Experience working with women, girls, and anti- trafficking community A keen sense of what makes and shapes the news, and the ability to make well-informed decisions in targeting appropriate media outlets and reporters Experience working with diverse cultures and willingness to travel Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, often rapidly changing environment Knowledge In-depth knowledge and passion for global development, women and girls' rights, contextual global development issues, and for educating citizens about solutions Experience in building a movement; innovative ideas and approaches to challenges A basic knowledge of new media including blogs, social networking, and online news outlets Attention to detail and adherence to deadlines Strong skills working in teams and across many types of organizations: collaborator, problem solver, relationship-builder, and strong inter- personal skills Resilience under pressure, sense of humor, highly organized, ability to work efficiently and effectively in managing several shifting priorities The above provides a general description of the position's responsibilities. It is not an exhaustive statement and should not be construed to exclude other assigned responsibilities or other responsibilities that might be assigned. Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualification and anticipated contributions to the Foundation. Please send cover letter, resumes, and references to jobs@somaly.org. No phone calls, please. |
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| E-Mail: | jobs@somaly.org |
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| Closing Date: | April-01-13 |
