Communications & Public Relations
- Oversee production of IRC Northern California’s electronic and print newsletters to reflect local/regional programs & activities.
- In coordination with HQ, maintain an enhanced NorCal website, ensuring updated & engaging content from all sites.
- Oversee all social media platforms, writing and editing content as needed.
- Oversee the production of quarterly Impact Reports in collaboration with the QA & Data Coordinator.
- Field all inquiries from print & broadcast media in collaboration with HQ, Executive Director, Site Directors & program staff.
- Convene town hall meetings and similar gatherings in order to update IRC’s community of stakeholders while educating and recruiting potential donors, volunteers, and constituents.
- Represent IRC in community forums and stakeholder meetings as assigned.
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Site Director
Position directly supervises: Volunteer Specialist, Donations Specialist, Inventory Specialist
Other Internal and/or external contacts:
Internal: Grants Manager, HQ Communication staff, Community Engagement colleagues, direct service program managers, site directors, Executive Director
External: Corporations, faith-based organizations, schools, and community organizations offering volunteer, cash and in-kind support.
Job Requirements:
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Undergraduate degree required. Preferably with an emphasis in communication, non-profit management, human resources, international development or and relevant field of study;
- Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated success in volunteer coordination/ management;
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills and ability to learn new computer applications rapidly;
- Experience recruiting and training interpreters is a plus;
- Deep understanding of program management and human resource management principles and experience managing diverse teams;
- Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multicultural environment.
- Flexible and able to handle pressure well;
- Experience developing and providing orientations and trainings;
- Strong organizational skills in a complex, multi-tasking environment and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines;
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Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with current and prospective donors and volunteers, partner agencies, multi-cultural clients, and colleagues on all levels.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: In accordance with IRC’s duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of known hazards and our commitment to safeguard the health of our employees, clients, and communities, IRC requires candidates who are selected for interview to furnish proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be considered for this position.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to.