Communications Associate, American Civil Liberties Union, Phoenix, AZ

Communications Associate

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Posted by: American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona

DESCRIPTION

Communications Associate to execute all internal and external communications for the ACLU of Arizona. The ideal candidate will have excellent written and verbal communications skills, experience in media relations and a fine-tuned sense of how public opinion is shaped. S/he should also have considerable experience utilizing social media and bring a strategic vision for how to execute online movement building. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong project management skills and pursues a strategic approach to promote and advance civil liberties.

• Develop and execute communications plans;
• Develop and create all ACLU-AZ publications;
• Utilize social media strategies to mobilize target audiences;
• Develop and manage content on the ACLU of Arizona's web site;
• Draft news releases, op-eds, blog posts and other web-based content;
• Cultivate relationships with reporters, editors, producers, bloggers and other media professionals;
• Organize press conferences and teleconferences;
• Work with Program Director to develop and adhere to annual communications plan.

For a complete job listing of responsibilities and qualifications desired, please visit our website: www.acluaz.org/about-us/employment.

HOW TO APPLY

Send a cover letter, resume, three professional references and a writing sample to: Lizabeth Thomson-Gorman, Office Manager, Communications Associate, P.O. Box 17148, Phoenix, AZ 85011 or email to: info@acluaz.org. Please list "Communications Associate" in the subject line. Applications accepted until position is filled. Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this listing.

The ACLU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications
from all qualified individuals including women, people of color, persons with disabilities,
and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.