Communications Associate

CENTER FOR FAMILY REPRESENTATION•New York, NY

8d•$61,200 - $72,200

About The Position

CFR’s full-time Communications Associate will support the creation and monitoring of written content across multiple platforms; assist in the coverage of organizational events; and conduct various research and administrative tasks.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in communications or a related field
Knowledge of social media platforms and trends
Familiarity with Canva and/or other graphic design platforms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of Google Applications (primarily Google Docs) and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong willingness to collaborate and the ability to exercise discretion with confidential information
The ability and desire to take initiative and ask questions when needed
High level of attention to detail
High level of time management skills with the ability to manage and follow through on a variety of tasks and assignments
Curiosity and commitment to learning about the challenges faced by CFR clients and staff
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism or a related field from an accredited college or university; equivalent experience will also be considered
Commitment to anti-racism

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Google Analytics and other analytics suites is a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor news sites and social media accounts of public officials and competitors for relevant articles and posts.
Work closely with Communications Manager and program staff to draft social media posts about key news stories.
Draft social media posts about CFR programs and initiatives (for example, State Central Registry (SCR) work and Know Your Rights for youth and parents).
Work closely with Communications Manager and program staff to create short-form video content for Instagram and other social media channels.
With guidance from the Communications Manager, respond to comments and questions on CFR’s official social media channels.
Compile monthly social media, website, and e-blast analytics, including statistics such as impressions, engagements, engagement rates, retweets, replies, likes, etc.
Assist with graphic design using Canva for social media channels, flyers, and other materials as needed.
Cover CFR events (fundraisers, tabling sessions, community activities) on social media.
Assist in updating, posting, and modifying content on CFR’s website.
With guidance from the Communications Director, ensure that all CFR marketing materials contain the most recent information and demographic data.
Assist Communications Manager in identifying client stories to write about and setting up/attending meetings with program staff who worked with those clients.
Assist in the drafting of CFR fundraising emails and quarterly newsletters.
With guidance from the Communications Director, conduct research for op-eds and other stories as needed.
Assist in updating CFR in the News section and archiving media coverage on CFR’s website.
Maintain CFR’s reporter database, ensuring contacts are up-to-date.
Update shared drive folders as needed under direction of Communications Manager: photo and graphics folders, gala communications folder, etc.
Assist Communications Director with ordering marketing materials for CFR events.
With guidance from the Communications Manager, ensure that program staff Powerpoints and other materials follow CFR’s template, branding, and voice.
Other administrative duties as required.