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Programs & Communications Associate

The LAGRANT Foundation
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JOB TITLE: Programs & Communications Associate

COMPANY: The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF)

DESCRIPTION:

The LAGRANT Foundation (TLF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase representation in the fields of advertising, marketing, and public relations by providing scholarships, career opportunities such as internships/fellowships/co-ops/entry-level roles, career and professional development workshops, and mentorship opportunities to undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. students from historically underrepresented communities.

SALARY: Total compensation commensurate with experience

REPORTS TO:

Mr. Kim L. Hunter, Chairman & CEO

CLASSIFICATION: Entry-level

 

SUMMARY:

Work closely with TLF’s CEO, SVP, and Talent Acquisition & Alumni Associate, along with other members of the team. 

The position will be responsible for producing career & professional development workshops, scholarship programs, all communications among board members, trade media, database, as well as administrative tasks, updating and maintaining the Foundation’s database, among others.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communications. Responsibilities include:

  • Write press releases, op-ed pieces, photo captions, and developing story ideas for the Foundation
  • Conduct constant media outreach and follow-up
  • Conduct outreach to colleges and universities in major markets across the U.S. to promote TLF’s programs – both in person and remotely
  • Maintain the Foundation’s social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
  • Create content and update TLF’s website as needed
  • Execute email marketing campaigns and mailings (U.S. mail and email) to the board of directors, major donors, alumni, and contacts as necessary
  • Maintain a TLF media database of local, regional, national, trade, and university media relative to TLF’s mission
  • Maintain database of TLF contacts
  • Create content and distribute TLF’s monthly e-newsletter, souvenir journal, and annual newsletter
  • Create and update promotional pieces for annual scholarship programs
  • Create promotional pieces for career & professional development workshops and other programs
  • Maintain and update database of university and college contacts
  • Monitor online reach and track communications metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts

Programs. Responsibilities include:

- Coordinate career & professional development workshops for students, including but not limited to:

  • Secure workshop hosts (both donors and universities)
  • Recruit attendees
  • Secure speakers (for on-campus events)
  • Provide recommendations and facilitate workshops
  • Track registrants and attendees and update student database accordingly

- Produce and execute the Foundation’s Annual Scholarship & Donor Recognition Reception, including, but not limited to:

  • Research venues, conduct site visits and secure contracts to make recommendations for reception, welcome dinner, lodging and flights for the scholarship recipients
  • Secure host for career & professional development workshops for the scholarship recipients
  • Secure volunteers for reception
  • Work collaboratively with Chair and Co-Chair partners to ensure smooth execution of programming

- Update database of students to participate in programs

- Process scholarship applications and recruit volunteers to score applications

- Facilitate the final judging and secure host agency or corporation as well as volunteers

- Assist with sourcing candidates for internship and entry-level positions within corporate, nonprofit and, agencies, as needed

- Provide support on special programs, as needed

- Assist with the execution, outreach, and reporting of the biennial alumni tracking survey

- Support the Chairman & CEO with other special projects within the foundation and across all three enterprises as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

  • B.A. in advertising, marketing, public relations or communications
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of professional experience. Prior experience with events or programs a plus
  • Ability to build relationships with key audiences, the media and corporate donors and supporters
  • Must be flexible; possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse communities
  • Proven administrative skills; ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handling various projects simultaneously/multi-task oriented
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Must be analytical and a critical thinker
  • Must be willing to work weekends when necessary
  • Must be comfortable with travel – 30% travel within the U.S.
  • Successful candidate must be a self-starter and able to work in a team environment
  • Must have working knowledge of office computer programs including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Working knowledge in Constant Contact and Adobe Creative Suites is a plus (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Canva)
  • Nonprofit experience preferred
  • Mission-driven

 

Industry

  • Non-profit Organizations

 

Employment Type

  • Full-time