Communications & Advocacy Coordinator, Neighborhood Interfaith Movement

Posted by on November 13, 2011

Communications & Advocacy Coordinator, Neighborhood Interfaith Movement

Posted on: November 2, 2011

Neighborhood Interfaith Movement (NIM), Philadelphia, seeks a Communications & Advocacy Coordinator to direct Early Childhood Education advocacy efforts, create the structure for ongoing advocacy work on issues of concern to NIM and the communities it serves, and assist in implementation of a multi-pronged communications plan which includes media, government and congregational relations.

Tasks:

Develop media strategy and maintain media relationships in coordination with Executive Director and NW/Development Director
Work with NIM staff to maintain consistent message throughout materials and presentations
Coordinate advocacy efforts for both ELA and NW programs
Develop, along with NW/Development Director, Communication strategy and calendar, to be coordinated with Development calendar
Design monthly online newsletter in addition to other regular email to strategically targeted audiences
Overall responsibility for marketing NIM programs, with emphasis on Early Learning Alliance programs
Work with Development Associate and other NIM staff to publicize events
Update and maintain website, Facebook page and Twitter feed – find other opportunities to develop a stronger online presence – work with Development Associate to create more opportunities for online giving
Design brochures, posters, flyers for events and programs
Develop NIM brand recognition
Identify media venues for submitting letters and articles for publication from NIM staff; writing those articles and creating other communications materials
Mobilize existing NIM supporters to advocate on behalf of social justice issues, with an emphasis on NIM areas of expertise
Assist in building relationships with elected officials and government agencies
Create community educational events and mobilize participation in them

While it would be preferable to find someone with a background in working with children and a fluency in Spanish or another language prevalent among immigrants in Philadelphia, the individual with solid skills as described above would probably have experience gaining expertise in new issues and in overcoming language barriers.

Please submit resume and cover letter to Eric Wilden at ewilden@nimphilly.org.