Communications Assistant

Washington, DC, POSITION OBJECTIVE: The Communications Assistant is responsible for assisting the Senior Vice President, Communications and the two department Senior Directors. The Communications Assistant works on department projects, including trade press media relations and the annual conference, and drafts press releases, social media content, and other publicity materials, as needed. Approximately 40 percent of the position is dedicated to the CRN Foundation. In this capacity, the Communications Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Foundation's brand relaunch and communications program and supports related administrative and development activities. The Communications Assistant also provides general administrative support to the department, including proofreading, maintaining files, and coordinating meeting logistics. Please submit a resume and cover letter. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities and expectations for this position are:

Dedicates approximately 40 percent of the position to the CRN Foundation and serves as the day-to-day lead for its brand relaunch and communications program Coordinates Foundation communications and brand implementation, including messaging, content, marketing materials, web and social media updates, and other outreach supporting the relaunch Supports Foundation administrative and development activities, including donor and sponsor communications, development materials, meeting coordination, recordkeeping, and follow-up Pitches and coordinates trade media interviews Drafts press releases, social media content, marketing materials, as well as other communications materials Manages and maintains trade press lists/contacts Compiles daily media clips Oversees media trade-outs Assists with Communications projects, including the annual conference Provides administrative support, including coordinating meeting logistics

QUALIFICATIONS/JOB PREQUISITES: This position requires 1-3 years’ experience in a communications-related field, a college degree, and excellent communication (written and oral) and time-management skills. Public relations agency and/or association experience preferred. Experience supporting nonprofit or foundation communications, development, fundraising, or donor relations is a plus. Some travel is required.