External Affairs Coordinator

DCI Donor Services • Albuquerque, NM

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic External Affairs Coordinator to join their team. The mission of SDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and they are looking for professionals who will embrace this important work. This role requires expertise in community outreach, marketing, and public relations. The coordinator will be responsible for increasing awareness for donation and the number of registered donors throughout the service area. Strong interpersonal skills and effective oral and written communication are essential. Local travel will be required. Fluency in English is mandatory, and fluency in Spanish is desired. New Mexico Donor Services is the designated organ procurement organization (OPO) for New Mexico and is part of the DCI Donor Services family, a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list for over four decades. DCI Donor Services operates organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations in California, New Mexico, and Tennessee, and also maximizes the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank. Their performance is measured by how they serve donor families and recipients, aiming to extend the reach of each donor's gift and share the importance of the gift of life. They are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to ensure all communities feel welcome and safe.

Requirements

• Three plus years prior experience in community outreach, event planning, public speaking, communication, management, and/or marketing.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated writing and public speaking abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• The ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.
• Fluency in English is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with the Latino community is preferred.
• Fluency in both Spanish & English is desired.

Responsibilities

• Raise awareness for organ and donation through community events, campaigns, and presentations to increase the donor registry.
• Develop strong community and corporate partnerships to further our mission.
• Engage partners through social media, webinars, podcasts, and other platforms.
• Coordinate opportunities and events for Donate Life Ambassadors (our volunteer base) to encourage the community to help save lives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 184 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed