Application Deadline: Tuesday, June 30, 2009
About Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits
Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits is an independent non-profit offering pro-bono strategy consulting in management and business to non-profit or social-mission organizations in Toronto and neighbouring cities to help strengthen and sustain impact in the non-profit and social sectors. Since its inception in 2007, Endeavour has worked with over 100 volunteers and non-profit clients serving various social causes, including arts, children and family services, disabilities, education, healthcare, immigrant services, rural development, poverty relief and youth development. Learn more about us at http://www.endeavourvolunteer.ca/
Joining the Executive Team
As Director of Communications & Public Relations, you will join a diverse Executive Team of young professionals and university students who are passionate about bringing together talented individuals to help strengthen and sustain social impact through pro-bono consulting with the non-profit and social sectors. Learn more about the Executive Team at http://www.endeavourvolunteer.ca/wp/about/executive-team/?menu=abo
Role & Responsibilities
Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits is looking for an experienced communicator to join our team as Director, Communications & Public Relations. You will play an integral role in enhancing the visibility, profile and reach of young and growing non-profit.
Responsibilities of this portfolio include the following:
Communications:
- Working with our executives and advisors to develop and execute our communications strategy
- Developing key messages and ensuring consistency of key messages
- Writing, reviewing and editing copy for various communications, such as our press releases, annual report, website, newsletter, case studies, brochures, social media pages, special events, etc.
- Supporting the communication needs of other executives
- Monitoring the environment to analyze effectiveness of strategies and tactics, and to identify new opportunities
Public/Media Relations
- Working with our executives and advisors to develop and execute our public/media relations strategy
- Identifying and approaching mainstream and online media to deliver key messages and other communications
- Developing and managing relationships with the public and media
- Researching and assisting with applications to award competitions for Endeavour
- Monitoring the environment to analyze effectiveness of strategies and tactics, and to identify new opportunities
Brand Management
- Acting as brand steward to ensure consistent application of brand in communications and materials by Endeavour volunteers, clients, partners, supporters and the public, including conducting brand audits
- Helping to promote and integrate the concept of pro bono consulting into the business community
- Monitoring the environment to identify new opportunities to enhance our brand
Project Management
- Leading and managing communications/PR projects, such as the production and promotion of annual reports
Executive
- Contributing to the organization’s strategic directions and growth, including participating in Executive Team meetings
Requirements:
We are looking for someone who fits the following profile to join our team as the Director, Communications & Public Relations:
- Experience in communications and public/media relations, including knowledge of communications/PR/media relations practices, standards and trends
- Excellent communications, writing, editing, public speaking, relationship management, and planning skills
- Ability to collaborate and deliver results in a virtual work environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- An existing network of PR/media contacts and PR resources/solutions in Toronto and surrounding regions
- Experience working in the non-profit sector
Benefits:
- Strengthen your leadership and management skills
- Enhance your portfolio
- Work with and learn from a diverse leadership team and group of talented volunteers
- Contribute to the strategic directions and growth of a young non-profit
- Network with volunteers, clients, experts and leaders from diverse backgrounds and industries
- Gain insight into consulting, and the non-profit and social sectors
Application:
Email your Cover Letter & Resume to volunteer@endeavourvolunteer.ca with the subject line “Director, Communications & Public Relations” by Tuesday, June 30, 2009.