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Communications Coordinator
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THE POINT CDC is dedicated to revitalizing the Hunts Point section of the South Bronx through youth education, environmental justice advocacy, arts & culture, and community development. For 30 years, we have worked tirelessly with our community to overcome the challenges of our neighborhood and to design and rebuild a better Bronx. Our programs include:
- Youth Development: We support the social development and leadership training of over 500 young people annually, with free programs in community organizing, photography, hip-hop songwriting, and visual arts;
- Environmental Justice & Community Development: Current efforts include launch of the first Community-Shared Solar project in the Bronx, our free community WiFi network, securing green space in our neighborhood, a youth-run farmstand, and air quality monitoring.
- Arts & Culture: We cultivate and preserve South Bronx culture, making the arts accessible to residents through theater, dance and music performances, a robust visual arts program, and a long history of public art in the neighborhood.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Communications Coordinator will work with THE POINT leadership and our Education & Arts Coordinator to manage our information/communication system. The responsibilities of the role will include:
- Gathering and organizing contact information of program participants, parents/caregivers, alumni, and donors, and inputting it into a new CRM system;
- Implementing strategies that promote THE POINT’s education programs and projects;
- Writing text for e-blasts and other communications that will be shared with participants and family members (designed with support from our Graphic Designer);
- Writing press releases about upcoming events;
- Drafting regular communications with donors to keep them engaged and connected
- Tracking and analyzing results: reviewing enrollment numbers, open rates and click-thru rates on e-blasts, attendance at special events related to our education programs, donations, and communication from parents.
THE POINT CDC is dedicated to revitalizing the Hunts Point section of the South Bronx through youth education, environmental justice advocacy, arts & culture, and community development. For 30 years, we have worked tirelessly with our…
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QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
Strong organizational skills;
Flexible and adaptable style.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
Strong organizational skills;
Flexible and adaptable style.
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APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, submit a resume and cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in this position (PDF format preferred) with “Communications Coordinator” followed by your last name in the subject line. In the file name of your resume and cover letter, include your first and last name (e.g. “Coco Gauff Resume” “Coco Gauff Cover Letter”). In addition, please list two professional references, mentioning their relationship to you and including their contact information.
We strongly encourage individuals that have not been historically represented in the arts sector to apply. THE POINT CDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
