Communications Coordinator

Summary

A dynamic communications professional is sought to engage the community and support Metropolitan Energy Center's advocacy efforts. The Communications Coordinator will execute the organization's communications strategy, manage content creation, and support internal training.

About the Role

The Communications Coordinator plays a crucial role in implementing communications policies and procedures. They will create communications plans and media kits for major initiatives, assist in staff training, and collaborate on concurrent communications projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage content across various platforms, ensuring brand consistency.
• Support advocacy efforts by producing media content for day-to-day and event support.
• Research and synthesize information for timely and impactful communication.
• Update web content in collaboration with IT support.
• Produce and edit video content to promote MEC’s initiatives.
• Produce and distribute strategic communication materials aligning with MEC’s mission.
• Assist with event planning and messaging to ensure impactful audience engagement.
• Be present for events to take pictures and video for future updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Two to three years of experience in a communications role, preferably in the nonprofit or environmental sectors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in graphic design and experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in digital communications, web design, content management, and video production.
• Understanding of environmental justice and ability to communicate clearly and effectively on the right to a healthy environment and the protection of human rights and sustainable development.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with data handling and internet tools.

Skills and Competencies

• Leadership Skills: Proactive self-starter, able to work independently and collaboratively, with the ability to lead projects and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Organizing Skills: Ability to conduct multiple concurrent tasks with attention to detail and accuracy, adhering to deadlines.
• Industry Knowledge and Proficiency: Deep knowledge of communications, especially in nonprofit and environmental advocacy; Ability to use traditional and digital media to communicate complex messages.
• Reasoning Ability: Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; Ability to solve complex problems and adapt to changing circumstances.

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range: $47,000 – $52,500. Visit MetroEnergy.org/Careers to view details about work environment and standard benefits.