Position Summary:

The Communications Director is the chief liaison between PCCY and the Press and engine for PCCY’s presence on social media platforms including PCCY’s website. He/She is also responsible for creating communications materials to be distributed to PCCY supporters.

Key Duties

Writing press releases, media advisories and official statements regarding PCCY’s research and events
Disseminating press materials to the members of the press in a timely mannerWorking with members of staff to write, edit and send out PCCY’s weekly “PCCY News” electronic newsletter
Working with staff to write, edit and manage the production of PCCY’s “Childwatch” print newsletter to be sent to PCCY supporter at least twice a year
Managing and expanding PCCY’s social media accounts including, but not limited to: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram
Coordinating staff participation to post daily tweets and live tweeting and Facebook posting during hearings, community meetings, rallies and PCCY events

Press focused Communications Activities

Coordinating and preparing interviews with reporters and PCCY staff or Board members
Developing and maintain professional relationships and regular contact with members of the press
Update PCCY’s press contact list regularly
Pitching stories to reporters and formally submitting letters to the editor, and op-eds regarding PCCY’s research and events to editors of local news outlets
Monitoring PCCY’s presence in the press and managing a database of press clippings and web links of articles that mention the organization and its work for development purposes
Periodically sending emails to staff listing recent articles mentioning PCCY
Responding quickly to optimize the press attention of a blog post, story or special production that relates to PCCY’s work.
Staying on top of children’s issues in the press by reading local newspapers, blogs, and news websites and contacts reporters and editors about possible follow-up stories or other possible story ideas
Writing Public Service Announcements (PSA’s) regarding PCCY’s events and submitting them to local radio and television stations for consideration
Attend hearings, meetings and press conferences relevant to PCCY’s work and, if needed, provide comment on behalf of the organization.

Outreach Oriented Communications Activities responsibilities include:

Working with staff to create flyers, invitations and other marketing materials for PCCY events and community forums
Working with staff to write and gather materials and manages the production of PCCY’s Annual Reports
Sitting on communication committees with PCCY partner organizations to provide assistance on PCCY-supported campaigns and initiatives including the Campaign for Fair Education Funding and the Pre-K for PA Campaign

Social Media and Website Communications responsibilities include:

Writing at least two Facebook posts and five Twitter posts every day of the week
Finding creative ways to attract new followers
Creating regular social media reports to track PCCY’s progress and make adjustments to PCCY’s social media plan
Managing and updating content on PCCY’s website on a regular basis
Working with staff to update and add resources and content to PCCY’s website
Writing PCCY’s blog post
Generating interest in PCCY’s blog by sending the blog post to the press and posting the press on PCCY’s social media accounts

Other Duties as assigned: by Executive Director

Recruit and supervise interns where appropriate
Attend and present information at the PCCY Board meetings and subcommittee meetings as requested
Contribute content for grant proposals and funder correspondence/reports associated with your area of work
Stay abreast of the work of local and state partners/allies and national organizations involved in policy and advocacy in your area of work
Recruit attendees and auction items for PCCY events and fundraisers
Assist when asked in PCCY outreach events which may be during evening or weekend hours
Attend and participate in staff meetings and staff committees

Important skills:

Ability to work independently and with others
Works well under pressure
Detail oriented
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Ability to collect, interpret and simplify large datasets
Very strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to travel to communities across the region

Reports To:

Executive Director

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

How to apply

Apply:

Cover letter, salary requirements and resume to: info@pccy.org