Full time position, 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000
Public Relations:
Design and implement strategic communication plans
Oversee media relations with external entities
Develop relationships with media organizations and key stakeholders
Advise the Executive Director in communications and public relations strategies
Coordinate marketing and PR for fundraising events and CFVP stores
Address negative press or communication issues with strategic and empowering messages
Shape and ensure brand consistency in all marketing content
Recommend campaigns to promote the organization
Coordinate and write press releases
Identify, participate, and represent organization in outreach and education opportunities and community events 
Fundraising:
Work with the Executive Director and board of directors fundraising committee to plan, promote, and implement fundraisers
Create materials for use in cultivating donor relationships
Meet with prospective donors to communicate the agencies services and its value to the community
Generate communications content, including annual report, website, and social media updates and posts
Volunteers:
Identify volunteer opportunities within the agency
Present to and communicate with community groups, colleges, and agencies to promote volunteer opportunities
Recruit and train interns and volunteers
Maintain volunteer and intern records
Monitor and respond to website and outreach inquiries
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communication, Journalism, or relevant related field
Proven work experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising campaigns
Competency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint programs, graphic design programs
Understanding of media database tools
Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills
Knowledge and experience in the use of social media platforms
In-depth understanding of web and marketing analytics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Established connections with media outlets and key stakeholders a plus
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, problem solve, and work as part of a cohesive and collaborative team