Director of PR & Communications

The Children's Village•Dobbs Ferry, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of PR & Communications will serve as a key member of the Advancement team, leading the formulation and strategy to support The Children’s Village and CV Management Services entities in their communications, social media, and PR goals. The Director acts with strong organization and management, vision and flexibility to increase the profile and reach of CV’s audience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with coursework in marketing, communications, social media/website or similar.
8 years’ experience in marketing, public relations, and/or social media and website management.
Experience researching and developing new digital tools, social media and website management.
Experience with video (iMovie, Premiere Pro, or other).
Experience with WordPress websites, database management, and Microsoft Office applications required.
Solid understanding of communications and public relations strategies.
Ability to respond quickly to current events or trends in the field when appropriate, including crisis management.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Availability to work a flexible schedule when needed.
Willingness to travel to, and work in, various NYC locations periodically.

Nice To Haves

Experience with InDesign preferred.
Experience with fundraising and/or marketing for nonprofits preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the formulation and strategy for communications, social media, and PR goals for The Children’s Village and CV Management Services.
Increase the profile and reach of CV’s audience.
Develop and lead campaigns.
Lead a dynamic and fast-paced team, including external consultants.
Respond quickly to current events or trends in the field when appropriate, including crisis management.
Manage social media and website.
Research and develop new digital tools.
Manage WordPress websites.
Manage database management.
Manage Microsoft Office applications.
Work with video editing software (iMovie, Premiere Pro, or other).