Communicating Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the development and implementation of strategic press plans for issue campaigns Assist in planning, organizing and pitching of high quality press events Draft and edit press releases, blog posts, social media content (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), and other communication materials that deliver consistent messages with impact Work with coalition members to provide communications support Track press coverage and build highly targeted press lists for priority issues Track clips and interviews to help gauge success of press events and initiatives Provide general support and coordination for Communications Department, including managing the department calendar, general scheduling for meetings, etc. Aid in production of organizational publications such as the annual Civil Rights Monitor Respond to other matters as needed and assigned