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Program Support and Communications Coordinator 🔥


Program Support and Communications Coordinator


The American Ethical Union (AEU), an association of Ethical Culture/Ethical Humanist communities (known as Ethical Societies) in the United States, is looking for a talented and social media savvy Program Support and Communications Coordinator to help develop and implement strategies to increase the influence and relevance of the Ethical Culture/Ethical Humanist Movement. This position reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the volunteer Communications Committee and other AEU committees to support member organizations and expand awareness of the Ethical Movement locally and nationally.


The Ideal Candidate should bring:

Ability to collaborate with volunteers and staff on multiple projects

Powerful storytelling, especially on social media

Creative graphic design and editorial sensibilities

Engaging coordination style

Contagious passion

A good sense of humor


The Program and Communications Coordinator will be responsible for: 

Communications:

  • Maintain strong relationships with AEU member organizations, Leaders, and volunteers by fostering active communication
  • Coordinate promotion of events and programming with AEU teams, member organizations, and volunteers.
  • Create and maintain a strategic social media plan, including 

advertising content, for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Meetup and Youtube;

  • Plan and  post on social media using Hootsuite software, with a focus on highlighting Ethical Action items, and recognizing/celebrating days of significance, where appropriate
  • Monitor social media analytics and conduct tests to continually improve effectiveness. 
  • Support the planning and execution of member organizations’ communication and public relations initiatives upon request
  • Write, design, edit and send regular email communications using Constant Contact.
  • Oversee website content, design, and maintenance
  • Assist AEU committees in planning and producing internal and external communications for the programs and events they organize or participate in.
  • Create AEU branded and promotional materials and help member organizations develop their own promotional materials.
  • Maintain documentation of AEU brand standards, style guide, and design assets and ensure they are used consistently in all communications; support volunteers and members in utilizing these assets and standards correctly.
  • Seek, solicit, and compile up-to-date repository of media contacts for publicity and outreach and regularly pitch stories/facilitate pitches from member organizations.
  • Interface with other Humanist organizations.
  • Provide support for AEU events, including scheduling and hosting zoom meetings, maintaining the community events calendar, and posting events on the AEU website/social media channels
  • Monitor the news for stories featuring AEU members or member societies; repost articles relevant to the Humanist/Ethical Movement

Programming Support for Member Organizations

  • In collaboration with member Ethical Societies, coordinate planning and execution of AEU program initiatives that complement and amplify member organizations’ programs:
  • Connect volunteers from various member organizations to collaborate on shared programs;
  • Publicize resulting programs and resources and ensure that they are accessible to all member organizations and the wider public; 
  • Offer training, content packages, and other support to ensure the successful implementation of programming by interested member organizations.
  • Support member organizations’ innovations in programming and help them be adopted by others.
  • Connect member organizations with one another and further the reach of the Ethical Movement via sustainable movement-wide initiatives.
  • Follow member organizations’ current programming initiatives and maintain an accessible archive for the benefit of future efforts.

Technical Skills:

  • Comfortable with Google G Suite and Microsoft Office
  • Familiarity with design programs such as the Adobe Creative Cloud suite and Canva
  • Content Management System such as WordPress
  • CRM or email marketing platforms, such as DonorPerfect, Constant Contact
  • Social Media platforms, including scheduling tools such as HootSuite and advertising tools such as Facebook Ads Manager
  • Video editing using programs like Premiere Pro or After Effects

Qualifications:

  • 3 or more years of experience working in a similar or related position or Bachelor’s degree in communications or relevant field
  • Excellent writing and editing skills 
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Experience creating and implementing digital communications strategy 
  • Ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure; to manage and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines; and to work both independently and as part of various teams
  • Ability to work cross-culturally; familiarity with diversity, equity and inclusion 
  • Design and marketing experience, familiarity with social justice issues, media landscape an asset

The American Ethical Union embraces and thrives on difference for the benefit of our employees and community. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, and the connections they foster. The AEU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join our team. Our policy is to not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, military service or veteran status, genetic information (including pregnancy and/or parental status), citizenship status, religious belief, size, or disability, and to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination. We strongly encourage people of color, transgender and non-binary people to apply for our open positions.


How to Apply: Applications will be accepted until our ideal candidate is identified. To be considered, submit your cover letter, resume, 2 writing samples (e.g. newsletter, success story, appeal), and professional references (please include contact details and your relationship to the individual) to office@aeu.org [1] and in the Subject line please type “Program/Communications Coordinator Position”.

 The American Ethical Union pays salaries that are competitive with nonprofits of our budget size and geographic location, and offers generous vacation, medical/dental, and 401(k) benefits. This position is a Coordinator level role with an annual salary of $41,200.

Location: The American Ethical Union is located in New York, NY however; this position may be performed remotely.


  1. mailto:office@aeu.org

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