Job
Job posted by: Catholic Charities of Chicago
Posted on: May 9, 2013
This position is responsible for Agency-wide communications including communications materials and publications, all aspects of media relations, crisis communications, and internal and external communications efforts for the largest Catholic Charities agency in the country. This position requests a self-starter with exceptional verbal and written communication skills, very strong organizational skills, management experience and out-going inter-personal skills. The candidate must be able to multi-task and have the ability to work on multiple projects at once under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment.
Mandatory Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts. Three years of communications experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Organizational skills and attention to detail are very important. Proficiency with person computers and related software, especially MS Word, Excel, Raiser's Edge and PowerPoint experience. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines consistently. Excellent interpersonal skills. Valid driver's license and car.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, English or related field. Proficiency in Adobe inDesign, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Five years Communications experience. Design and photography experience. Experience in media relations. Editorial experience; familiarity with AP style
Please indicate anticipated salary range in cover letter.
Please apply to:
Alice Lohman
721 N. LaSalle Street
Chicago, IL. 60654
or email alohman@catholiccharities.net