The press assistant will prepare a range of written communications for the Office of Public Affairs. These include press releases on research, short write-ups on faculty awards and grants, and advisories on selected events held on campus for distribution to reporters and​ ​for placement on various NYU platforms and publications.

This is a part-time job that pays $13 an hour.

The press assistant will receive direction from press officers covering the following NYU schools: College of Dentistry; College of Nursing; Faculty of Arts and Science; Gallatin School of Individualized Study; School of Law; Silver School of Social Work; Steinhardt ​School of Culture, Education, and Human Development; Tisch School of the Arts; and​ Wagner Graduate School of Public Service.

New York Times bestselling non-fiction author and magazine writer/editor seeks part time research assistant for fall 2014 semester--and possibly beyond. Office is located in Midtown East. Candidates should be interested in "social" history. Knowledge of or interest in fashion, photography and/or real estate will also be useful but is not required. You will be assisting on a long-term book project for a major trade publisher and infrequent magazine stories. Position requires familiarity with on-site library, book and internet research (including but not limited to ProQuest, Wilson Web and Nexis-Lexis), active intelligence and initiative. There may also be some organizational work, but there is no Devil Wears Prada-style fetching coffee or running errands. Work will be unsupervised, so you need to be self-motivated. Time requirements are flexible, but you should have 3-5 hours a week and meet sporadic deadlines. Pay will start at $10 hourly but can rise for the right person.

Cool Culture is seeking an experienced and proven Grants Manager who will identify, cultivate and raise funds from foundation, corporation and government sources. The position will involve coordination among development and program staff to gather information into varied proposal formats in a timely fashion to meet application and reporting deadlines. A successful candidate will bring a high level of competency, motivation and ability to learn quickly, and will act under strict deadlines to produce high quality work. The position is full time and reports to Director of Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in collaboration with Executive Director, and Cool Culture staff to identify organizational fundraising needs, assess assets, and develop a grants strategy to support long-term growth as outlined in strategic plan

• Draft, edit, research, proofread communications including letters of interest, proposals, and funder reports in a timely manner

• Work with program and finance staff to collect information prior to submission of proposals, budgets and reports

• Maintain calendar of grant deadlines and submissions, and track progress towards revenue goals

• Track current grants to assure compliance with reporting requirements, reporting deadlines, and priority updates

• Incorporate regular research for ongoing and future funding opportunities into weekly and monthly work plans

• Update database and tracking systems with pertinent information, correspondence and documents related to funders and prospects.

• Coordinate site visits with funders and prepare materials for funding meetings

• Learn and amass knowledge of the early childhood education, family engagement and arts and cultural fields

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 – 5 years successful grant writing experience in a nonprofit setting. Knowledge of youth, education and arts preferred
• Genuine interest in playing a critical role on a small and dynamic team
• Demonstrated ability to produce successful fundraising outcomes and meet fast-paced timelines
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and reprioritize within a rapidly changing environment
• Self-starter, organized, disciplined and highly detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work both individually and as part of a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to social justice and passion for Cool Culture’s mission
• Flexible personality with sense of humor strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree a plus

Position Summary

The role we are currently hiring for is a Knowledge Management Associate (“KMA”) that would primarily be responsible for:

1) Partnering with Client/Sales teams, subject matter experts (including research professionals), and the Client Service/Marketing Department Head to craft Bridgewater’s responses to the most important DDQ and RFP questions.
2) Writing large, multi-dimensional RFP’s and DDQs by coordinating engagement across the firm’s 16 departments.
3) Writing the answers to the most commonly asked client questions regarding all aspects of Bridgewater its portfolio management.

Position Requirements:

Fundamental abilities
• Ability to quickly understand and deconstruct complex concepts
• Ability to synthesize complex concepts, both verbally and written, in a clear, commonsense and concise manner
• Ability to coordinate numerous projects across multiple stakeholders with tight timelinesAbility and inclination to “take the bull by the horns” to a) improve the way we organize and communicate content, and b) learn a breadth of content about how Bridgewater operates
• Ability to have open, direct conversations about what you’re like, what’s working and what isn’t
• Strong work ethic and attention to details
• Innate curiosity, humility, confidence

Desired Experience:

• 1-3 years writing or editing investment content in a client service organization OR
• 1-3 years writing or editing investment related content for a financial publication, or similar medium OR
• 1-3 years writing or editing at a large publishing company OR
• 2-4 years writing or editing at a large university publication

Required Skills:

1. Strong writing skills – preferably top-tier undergraduate university text analysis, reading comprehension, and composition experience
2. Strong interpersonal skills

In addition, to succeed within our culture and work environment, individuals must demonstrate humility, innate curiosity, and openness to new ideas and approaches. Candidates must be driven, confident, and goal-oriented. All Bridgewater employees are expected to be honest, exceptionally direct, and eager to provide and receive feedback.

Bridgewater Associates, LP is an Affirmative Action – Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment at Bridgewater is subject to an extensive background check.

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) is looking for experienced communication specialists to fill potentially a number of positions within the Communication for Education and Gender Equality (CEGE) group within the Public Advocacy section in the Division of Communication (DOC). The consultants will work in the areas of public advocacy and strategic communication, outreach, research, monitoring and evaluation in support of UNICEF’s priorities in education.

**Please note that the duties and qualifications listed below encompass needs for a variety of consultancies. Qualified candidates should therefore highlight his/her strongest skills in the cover letter.

The consultancy includes many of the following components:
• Develop and implement an outreach communication strategy for development professionals and general audience at global, regional and national levels.
• Provide communication support to global initiatives in education and work with UNICEF’s partners to meet public advocacy goals.
• Provide key support to data analytics and collaborate with data visualization partners to develop specific data-visualization products.
• Research in support of strategic advocacy and communication messages and content, i.e., issue briefs, key messages, facts and figures on education.
• Develop comprehensive social media strategies, campaigns and digital content specifically tailored to UNICEF’s social media platforms.
• Revise and develop a monitoring and evaluation strategy of the CEGE group's work.
• Other assignments as needed.

Qualifications or specialized knowledge/ experience:

• Advanced degree in international relations, communication, journalism, or related fields.
• At least five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in public advocacy and communication.
• Demonstrated ability to collect information and data, undertake analysis and present findings in a succinct and clear manner.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills, knowledge of another UN language a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of web design softwares such as RedDot CMS, WordPress.
• Understanding of social media tools and capabilities, including social media platforms, management and monitoring tools, influencer outreach and social media analytics.
• Knowledge of current trends in the field of communication and public advocacy.
• Strong research skills and ability to identify threats and opportunities in public advocacy.
• General knowledge of data visualization platforms and software a plus.
• Demonstrated success in networking and working in a team.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Experience in the UN system a plus.

What you’ll be doing
You will be part of a growing team that builds and iterates beautiful products. You will be working collaboratively with product, development and sales teams to conceptualize and recommend design solutions. That includes visual design for logos and other assets, in addition to sketches and wireframes to inform product vision. You’ll also be doing some front-end coding and working with developers to launch products on deadline.

Who we are
We are a small magazine company that is focused on a bright digital future. Our brand - The New Republic - is celebrating its centennial this year and we’re exceptionally proud of our intelligent, award-winning content. Our goals are to continue building our online audience while exploring new products that will delight our readers. We develop for desktop, mobile and social platforms, and get excited about emerging platforms.

How we work
We think our relatively small size gives us the advantage of being able to move quickly (rather than just saying we do). We understand the value of ideas and keep all members of our team engaged in the creative process. Our development team employs basic Agile methodology, with an emphasis on results over process. We’re continuously evolving not just what we build, but also how we build it. We’re open to having remote team members.

Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a talented designer who sees the world and our products through the eyes of our audience. You should be able to explain your design decisions and iterate as ideas and assumptions are tested. You should then be able to realize those designs in wireframes, prototypes and development-ready assets. You should value teamwork over heroics and pragmatism over dogmatism.

Requirements & Qualifications
- Impeccable visual design skills, with a strong interest in typography
- Theoretical and practical knowledge of web and user-interface design and usability
- Proficiency with Mac OSX, Illustrator, Photoshop and other editing tools
- Experience with front-end web development including HTML, CSS and Javascript
- Track record of embodying empathy and strongly advocating for users
- A strong desire to take risks and try new things

Bonus Points
- User research and testing experience
- Familiarity with high-volume publishing workflows and environments
- Experience with visualization libraries like D3
- Illustration skills
- Expertise with responsive design using Bootstrap and other frameworks
- Experience with motion graphics and animation

The City of Jersey City is seeking a public information officer for an exciting position working in municipal media relations. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, significant experience with social media (Twitter, Facebook, Youtube), solid writing skills and will be expected to work nights and weekends on a regular basis. Some experience with media relations is required, though the right candidate will be trained for the position.

The candidate should be able to handle confidential topics, be able to work with a diverse community, serve as the primary media contact for a specific city department, and work closely with the mayor’s communications office. This opportunity would be ideal for a recent graduate with a degree in public relations, communications, journalism, political science or related field, and an interest in urban and community affairs.

Job Duties Include (but are not limited to):
-responding to press inquiries
-handling breaking news requests
-drafting statements for the media
-drafting press releases
-updating social media content
-updating website content

Position Number: 11697

Department: Communication, School of

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Work Hours per Week: 35

Band: Function Leader B

Position Type: Full-time Staff

Description:

Current and Current.org, the nonprofit newspaper and website covering public media, seeks an Executive Director to lead a small team of reporters, editors, and advertising and business/circulation employees to achieve success.

The Executive Director is the key strategic thinker of the organization, applying his/her expansive knowledge of public media's changing environment in the leadership and motivation of Current's editorial, business development, circulation and advertising teams. This position operates under limited supervision. This position is contingent on revenues generated by the Current.

Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in journalism, mass communication or business or commensurate work experience required. M.B.A. a plus.

Minimum Requirements:

*15+ years of professional experience in public media with at least 7 years of proven success working in a leadership level role for a media company required.
*Deep media industry knowledge, including digital proficiencies, required.
*Future-minded with a proven ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.

Preferred Requirements:

*Experience working in a business development role
*Fundraising experience

Additional Information:

This position is located off-campus at Current offices in Takoma Park, two blocks from the Takoma Metro station on the Red Line. Some night and weekend work may be required and the manager must be able to travel, with up to 25% time on travel. This position is contingent on funds generated by the Current program.

Responsibilities

• Write transportation-related articles and proposals
• Maintain a regular presence on social media platforms
• Manage press relations for CEO
• Produce and oversee publicity for company
• Possibility of planning or other writing tasks

Title: Communications & Media Outreach Associate
Unit: Communications, Marketing & Education
Subunit: Communications & Marketing
Reports to: Sr. Manager Global Media Strategy
Location: New York, NY

The Communications & Media Outreach Associate will be responsible for media outreach in North America related to Rainforest Alliance events, newsworthy achievements and global media outreach. S/he will cultivate and follow up with journalists and bloggers, field media inquiries, write and distribute press releases, organize and support media events and in collaboration with Sr. Manager Global Media Strategy, plan integrated and effective media strategies. S/he will also be responsible for the Rainforest Alliance’s Twitter account and collaborating with colleagues on other social media channels.

Responsibilities:
• Spearhead media outreach related to Rainforest Alliance news, achievements, research results and special events, ensuring that communications colleagues globally have the information needed for effective media outreach;
• Work with division, program and partner staff in order to gather needed data, quotes and visual support;
• Research, write, proofread and edit press releases and ensure their effective dissemination;
• Cultivate and reach out to targeted journalists;
• Craft pitches and media advisories and handle distribution and follow-up;
• Respond to and field media inquires and handle appropriate follow-up, including arranging interviews with program colleagues and the executive management staff;
• Organize and lead media trips to origin;
• Monitor online comments related to the Rainforest Alliance and respond when appropriate;
• Review and edit press releases in English drafted by businesses that are collaborating with the Rainforest Alliance to promote our mission;
• Manage NA Twitter account and keep abreast of social networking tools and trends and contribute to the development and execution of integrated content strategy; and
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required in Communications, English or related field;
• A minimum of 4 years experience in journalism or public information and media outreach, including at least 3 years directly working with journalists;
• Minimum of 3 years conducting outreach through social media;
• Excellent writer and strong public speaker;
• Strong written and spoken Spanish skills a plus;
• Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions on day-to-day tactical questions;
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate and manage all details around the planning of media events and trips independently with limited direction;
• Strong interest and some experience in biodiversity conservation issues;
• Must be a go-getter, energetically pursing media leads;
• Must have excellent computer skills and comfort working with database programs;
• Ability to work within a team structure as well as independently; and
• Must be creative, take initiative, be attentive to detail and possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may oversee staff

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

The Rainforest Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.