Marketing and Communications Manager, Wildlife Conservation Network, Los Altos, CA, USA
Wildlife Conservation Network is a rapidly growing leader in wildlife conservation, working in 30 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We partner with world-class conservationists who live and work with local communities to resolve wildlife conflicts and preserve the habitat they share. WCN supports these entrepreneurial leaders with access to donors and a range of resources and tools they need to be successful (www.wildnet.org). Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing and Communications Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the marketing and communication programs that will attract, engage and motivate conservation-minded individuals to support WCN and its partners around the globe.
| JobTitle | Marketing and Communications Manager |
| Company | Wildlife Conservation Network, Los Altos, CA, USA |
| Company Profile | Wildlife Conservation Network is a rapidly growing leader in wildlife conservation, working in 30 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We partner with world-class conservationists who live and work with local communities to resolve wildlife conflicts and preserve the habitat they share. WCN supports these entrepreneurial leaders with access to donors and a range of resources and tools they need to be successful (www.wildnet.org). |
| Category | environment | nature conservation | science | science | research | conservation |
| Region | North America | USA |
| Contract | full-time |
| Duration | permanent |
| Salary | 5000 USD per month |
| Job Description | Wildlife Conservation Network is a rapidly growing leader in wildlife conservation, working in 30 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We partner with world-class conservationists who live and work with local communities to resolve wildlife conflicts and preserve the habitat they share. WCN supports these entrepreneurial leaders with access to donors and a range of resources and tools they need to be successful (www.wildnet.org). Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing and Communications Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the marketing and communication programs that will attract, engage and motivate conservation-minded individuals to support WCN and its partners around the globe. Specific responsibilities: • Develop and implement a strategic marketing plan that will advance WCN’s brand, broaden awareness of its programs and grow funding support. • Manage the development and distribution of all print and electronic collateral, including newsletters, the annual report and event invitations. • Develop and guide WCN’s online strategy, including its website and social media. Work closely with staff and graphic designer to write and design content. • Collaborate with staff and WCN’s conservationists to develop compelling stories that convey how donors’ contributions are being used on the ground. • Ensure consistent and effective communication of WCN’s brand and positioning across all channels. • Develop and manage a media strategy in the Bay Area and nationally to build awareness and establish WCN as a thought leader. • Develop resources to help WCN’s conservation partners assess and improve their own marketing programs. • Build relationships with WCN donors to inform marketing programs and encourage their support. • Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and adaptively manage their design. Qualifications: • 5 - 10 years of marketing/communications experience, preferably including experience in a marketing leadership role within a nonprofit organization. • Demonstrated passion for wildlife and conservation. • A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of initiatives concurrently. • Demonstrated experience in social media as well as print and electronic communications. • Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to transform information into compelling messages. • Familiarity with HTML, Javascript, Flash, and Photoshop. • Highly collaborative style and strong interpersonal skills. • Strategic and creative, but also pragmatic. • Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial. • An analytical orientation and commitment to testing and measuring effectiveness of programs. |
| Education (min) | University Undergraduate Degree |
| Language (min) | English |
| Advert Date | started on 01 Jul 2012 | ending on 31 Jul 2012 |
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