Full-Time Assistant Editor/Public Affairs Coordinator
Job Description
Assistant Editor/Public Affairs Coordinator
Summary
The Assistant Editor/Public Affairs Coordinator is a part of the Communications Department, and reports to the Director of Communications. They work on many aspects of NAHRO’s communications initiatives, including print and digital publications, the NAHRO website and social media accounts, and advocacy and media outreach. They also manage the Housing America public affairs campaign and NAHRO’s scholarship programs, and serve as staff liaison to for the Housing America Advisory Committee.
NAHRO staff currently work remotely. We expect to transition to a hybrid workplace, with a mix of remote work and in-office work, at some point in the future.
NAHRO is committed to workplace diversity, equity and inclusion.
Essential Duties/Functions
- Writes for and assists with the editing, layout and production of NAHRO publications, emails, and websites
- Works with Director of Communications and other staff to produce and distribute advocacy, marketing, educational, and promotional materials
- Creates content for and assists with the management of NAHRO’s social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram)
- With Director of Communications, manages media lists and drafts press releases, statements, and other material for media consumption
- Coordinates NAHRO press and visibility events
- Manages the Housing America public affairs campaign and assists with NAHRO’s scholarship programs
- Serves as staff liaison to the Housing America Advisory Committee
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Excellent editing and proofreading skills
- Excellent organizational ability
- Ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism or equivalent
Desired Skills and Experience
- Experience writing for print or digital media
- Experience with media relations or communications
- Experience with social media management (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram – we use Hootsuite to manage our social media accounts)
- Familiarity/expertise with email marketing software programs (we use Informz/HigherLogic)
- Familiarity/expertise with web content management systems (we use WordPress)
- Familarity/expertise with graphic design/publication software (we use Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud – in particular, InDesign and Photoshop)
- Familiarity/expertise with media relations software (we use Cision)
- Association experience, including committee liaison work
Must be able to travel.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; deferred compensation plan (401 k), annual and sick leave, and paid (all) federal holidays.
Compensation
$51,000-$56,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
How to Apply
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