Job Description

NETFREEDOM PIONEERS, A TECHNOLOGY 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS LOOKING FOR. UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER AND PROGRAM MANAGER, THE COMMUNICATIONS & OUTREACH ASSOCIATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL FACETS OF ORGANIZING MARKETING, SOCIAL MEDIA, DONOR OUTREACH ACTIVITIES, NEWSLETTER CREATION, AND OTHER SERVICES. THE OUTREACH ASSOCIATE ASSISTS IN INFORMING AND BRINGING AWARENESS TO THE COMMUNITY ABOUT NEW SERVICES, UPCOMING ACTIVITIES, AND PROGRAMS. IF YOU VALUE USING TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OTHERS, HELP US TO FOSTER NEW RELATIONSHIPS THAT WILL ALLOW US TO DO EXACTLY THAT!

NOTE: PLEASE PROVIDE A BRIEF COVER LETTER AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION, EMAILED TO CONTACT@NETFREEDOMPIONEERS.ORG.

REPORTS TO: Business Development Manager, Program Manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Online Engagement: Support digital engagement and organizing. Draft, proof, and send newsletter and campaign emails. Assist with content creation. Coordinate ad creation and placement.

2. Writing and Communications: Draft, edit, and maintain and oversee production of digital content including website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, e-mails, and online advocacy and development appeals, Oversee production of printed materials; support the creation of rich and engaging content that helps tell the story of our work and our campaigns in creative and compelling ways.

3. Events Support: Support organizing public virtual events, and other community outreach events. Sourcing and inviting guest speakers; Support event logistics, promotion, registration, and analytics.

4. Public Relations: Serve as primary media contact; Develop and implement PR strategies including media outreach, issuing press releases, fielding media inquiries and creating and maintaining media lists.

5. Plan and maintain consistent messaging and branding for NFP communications

6. Contact Management: Assist with management of e-mail lists, online forms, and other online communications and data management systems to maximize engagement of supporters and partners

CORE COMPETENCIES

1. English language fluency

2. Professional writing capability in English

3. Successful and positive work experiences building effective, high quality relationships with partners, including the ability to connect with and engage diverse populations.

4. Strong overall technical skills and the ability to learn new platforms; familiarity with online advocacy, communications, email/data management systems, and social media platforms.

5. Familiarity with digital marketing strategies, tactics and tools.

6. Experience with data analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads is a plus.

7. Attention to detail and high level of personal responsibility

DEMONSTRATION OF SHARED VALUES

Demonstrated interest in human rights and social justice, and internet freedom; knowledge of Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) mission; and experience working with diverse communities.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position currently has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may be responsible for supervising interns when applicable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of the time this position will be remote during the current Pandemic environment. However, when normal workplace operations can resume, your work may take place from our office in Marina Del Rey, CA.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Other than the ability to operate a phone and computer, there are no physical demands for this position.

TRAVEL

Travel is not a requirement of this position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. BA/BS in Marketing, Communication, English, Journalism, Business or a related field

2. At least one year experience in communications, social media promotion and analytics, and outreach. Event promotion/development a plus.

3. Fluency in English required: fluency in another language is a plus.

4. Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight

MUST BE WILLING TO SUBMIT TO A BACKGROUND CHECK AND VETTING PROCEDURES.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the contractor for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities will be determined in more detail in the work contract.

Company Description

Information is powerful. It gives individuals the tools to forge a better life, and communities the power to sculpt their collective future. Pushing beyond frontiers both figurative and physical, NetFreedom Pioneers creates the products, systems, and partnerships that bring valuable and life-changing information to those most in-need. For information about our mission, values, and work, visit us at: https://www.netfreedompioneers.org