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The Massachusetts Nonprofit Network is currently accepting applications for two VISTA positions for 2012-2013, beginning in August: a Communications and Marketing Manager and a Membership and Events Manager. Learn more about the benefits of both positions and how you can apply here.
Communications and Marketing Manager
Position Status: VISTA Position
Reports To: Deputy Director
The Organization: The Massachusetts Nonprofit Network is the voice of the nonprofit sector in Massachusetts and understands that strong nonprofit organizations build strong communities. MNN is the only statewide organization dedicated to supporting the entire sector through policy, awareness and capacity building strategies. MNN includes nearly 500 member organizations, representing every part of Massachusetts—from the Berkshires to the Cape.
Job Summary: The Communications and Marketing Manager will play a key role in the outreach and communications to current, prospective and other key stakeholders. This includes, but is not limited to, all external communications, promotional materials, social media and press.
Essential Job Functions:
Public Awareness and Communications
- Work on public awareness of the role of the sector on the state level and in individual communities
- Write, edit, design and print organizational communications and publications, including annual report, e-newsletters, and member communications
- Write and design fact sheets, research summaries and other materials to support the work of the organization and the sector
- Oversee social media outreach and promotion
- Produce promotion materials for outreach and events
- Serve as new media organizer focused on promoting pro-nonprofit messages and events, using Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social media.
- Maintain and strengthen website
- Create and execute outreach to increase participation in events (Award nominations, presenters, sponsors, etc.). Promote events and programs through the MNN website, ads, press releases, opinion pieces and editorials, posting on community calendars, Listserves, and other methods.
Press
- Assist in creation and execution of yearly communications plan
- Develop pitches to radio and television talk shows and other appropriate programming.
- Develop and distribute press releases around key activities and events of the organization. May include kits for the media, profiles of nonprofits, op-ed pieces, and letters to the editor as well as materials for membership development and program attendees.
- Maintain and expand roster of press contact including outreach to local/regional news sources.
- Maintain and expand press kits for members as needed.
Other
- Share in the day-to-day operations of the organization as it relates to the duties of the position or as in the normal course of the running of the office as do the other staff members (i.e. special projects, conferences, logistics etc.)
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent is desired
- Experience in marketing and press relations
- Desktop publishing/graphic design skills
- Social media knowledge and experience
- Website maintenance and development experience
- Strong written communication skills
- Capable of working independently and as part of a team
- A good work ethic and a desire to get the job done
- Willingness to share own ideas, even among senior staff and Board members
- Ability to be a self-organizer
- Proven research skills, including the Internet and other resources
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) or similar computer applications
- Knowledge of social media and web content management systems a plus
- Interest in and commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organization
Membership and Events Manager
Positions Status: VISTA Position
Reports To: Deputy Director
The Organization: The Massachusetts Nonprofit Network is the voice of the nonprofit sector in Massachusetts and understands that strong nonprofit organizations build strong communities. MNN is the only statewide organization dedicated to supporting the entire sector through policy, awareness and capacity building strategies. MNN includes nearly 500 member organizations, representing every part of Massachusetts—from the Berkshires to the Cape.
Job Summary: The position will assist the organization in both maintaining and growing its membership and in delivering high quality events. The Membership and Events Manager will support membership recruitment and retention strategies and programs. The Membership and Events Manager will also support the execution of the annual conference, Nonprofit Awareness Day and the Excellence Awards, the Regional meetings, and other events/programs, as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
Membership Development and Services
- Support efforts to retain current members and recruit new members to strengthen MNN’s ability to promote the nonprofit sector in Massachusetts
- Support collection and analysis of current, new and potential member information
- Research additional ways to meet member needs
- Support the implementation of MNN’s fall conference to provide capacity building opportunities for nonprofits across the state
- Support the implementation of MNN’s Nonprofit Awareness Day and Excellence Awards to recognize and highlight role of nonprofit sector in state
- Support the implementation of regional meetings and other events to build capacity for organizations across sectors and across the state
- Manage event satisfaction and other member surveys to further understand the needs of members to support and strengthen the organization’s ability to meet its mission
- Share in the day-to-day operations of the organization as it relates to the duties of the position or as in the normal course of the running of the office as do the other staff members (i.e. special projects, conferences, logistics etc.)
Program Development
- Support the implementation of MNN’s fall conference to provide capacity building opportunities for nonprofits across the state
- Support the implementation of MNN’s Nonprofit Awareness Day and Excellence Awards to recognize and highlight role of nonprofit sector in state
- Support the implementation of regional meetings and other events to build capacity for organizations across sectors and across the state
- Manage event satisfaction and other member surveys to further understand the needs of members to support and strengthen the organization’s ability to meet its mission
Other
- Share in the day-to-day operations of the organization as it relates to the duties of the position or as in the normal course of the running of the office as do the other staff members (i.e. special projects, conferences, logistics etc.)
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
- Event logistics experience
- Database experience
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high level of customer service
- Strong written communication skills
- Capable of working independently and as part of a team
- Good work ethic and a desire to “get the job done”
- Willingness to share own ideas
- Ability to prioritize and follow through effectively
- Proven research skills, including the Internet and other resources
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) or similar computer applications
- Interest and commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of nonprofit organizations
Benefits/How to Apply
Benefits
- Participate in the Generations Incorporated VISTA Program that engages twenty-five AmeriCorps VISTA members in service to Boston non-profit organizations. Members attend a specialized Pre-Service Orientation (PSO), receive the support of a VISTA Leader, attend monthly in-service trainings, and are linked to a network of AmeriCorps VISTAs. Learn more at http://www.generationsinc.org/volunteer/americorps-vista/.
- A taxable living subsistence allowance of approximately $1149 per month
- Massachusetts Nonprofit Network housing assistance of $100 per month
- May be eligible to receive either a taxable $5,350 education award or end-of-service taxable stipend of $1,200.
- 10 days of vacation time and 10 days of sick time (in addition to holidays)
- Limited health benefits – http://americorps.sevencorners.com/
- Transportation-pass for local subway and bus travel (LinkPass)
- May qualify for Student Loan Forbearance
- May qualify for payment of accrued interest on Student Loans
- May qualify for Food Stamps (value of up to $200 per month)
- May qualify for childcare allowance
- May qualify for relocation expense reimbursement
Notice of non-discrimination:
The Massachusetts Nonprofit Network (MNN) is committed to equal opportunity for all persons without regard to sex, age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law. It is the policy of MNN to comply with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding equal opportunity. In keeping with that policy, MNN is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Accordingly, MNN will not tolerate unlawful discrimination against or harassment of any of our employees or others present at our facilities by anyone, including any supervisor, co-worker, vendor, client, or customer of MNN.
To Apply:
Please visit www.americorps.gov, and use the Quick Search to find our program to apply to. Enter this information in the appropriate fields:
Program Type: AmeriCorps VISTA
State: Massachusetts
Program Name: Massachusetts Nonprofit Network