Communications Coordinator

Description

The Center for Agriculture and Food Systems (CAFS) at Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) seeks a Communications Coordinator to support communications initiatives and coordinate outreach to ensure our work reaches key audiences.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid in outreach for CAFS projects and resources, including developing written messaging and press releases; conducting direct outreach to various stakeholders; coordinating with the VLGS communications and public relations team for media outreach; and collaborating with CAFS staff to plan and host webinars.
• Draft blog posts that spotlight CAFS students and alumni.
• Collaborate with other VLGS communications staff to increase the visibility of CAFS projects across VLGS communications platforms.
• Maintain the internal file managing system for CAFS communications content, including published resources, design files, and photos.
• Work with the Communications Manager to maintain webpages on CAFS’s websites, including project sites and the digital resource library, with consideration for style, branding guidelines, and SEO.
• Track, analyze, and report Google Analytics for project websites and resources as information to inform CAFS’s communications and outreach efforts.
• Aid in managing CAFS social media channels, including drafting and scheduling content for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, and engaging with the community; and brainstorming creative ways of packaging written, visual, and video social media content to boost engagement and expand our reach.
• Support the Communications Manager with the monthly e-newsletter.
• Promote CAFS resources through outreach on other sites and through other methods, including webinars.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in journalism, copywriting, communications, or a related field.
• Strong skills in writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Demonstrated experience in communications, marketing, journalism, and/or social media.
• Proficiency in a range of social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Ability to work autonomously and independently, balancing multiple tasks while also coordinating with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interest in food/agriculture law and policy.
• Experience with graphic design (i.e., InDesign, Canva).
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines and reorganize under pressure.
• Excellent planning, administrative, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to work legally within the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without basic accommodations.

Application Requirements

• Resume.
• Short cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in the position.
• Three writing samples that reflect your ability to create concise, engaging written content (e.g., short article, blog post, essay). (Optional)
• (Optional) Links to social media accounts you have contributed to or managed, if applicable (can be personal accounts).
• If you are applying from a third party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at https://www.vermontlaw.edu/community/about-vls/employment-opportunities.