The Media and Democracy Coalition (MDC) is hiring a full-time Program and Outreach Manager to oversee the organization¹s membership recruitment and outreach, communications, as well as to support the organization¹s policy work on media and telecommunications issues.
MDC is collaboration of more than three-dozen organizations united to amplify the voice of the public in debates over media and telecommunications
issues. We bring together leaders in the media policy and organizing
fields to work together, develop and share resources, make strategic planning and investment decisions, and expand the number and type of organizations that work for public interest media policies. For more information, visit www.media-democracy.net
Location
The position is based in Washington D.C., and requires occasional travel.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with local and national member organizations, as well as identify and facilitate collaborative work among members.
* Conduct outreach to organizations that could be likely allies to increase MDC¹s membership and reach.
* Manage organizational communications, including maintaining our web site and producing bi-monthly newsletters.
* Stay on top of national media policy issues, and produce high-quality research and writing on these policies in collaboration with and for use by our members and allies.
* Engage in media policy advocacy as needed.
* Share organizational management responsibilities with other MDC staff, including administrative, logistical and event support.
* Work with other staff to contribute to the organization¹s broader goals of building a stronger movement for better media.
Requirements
Applicants must have some knowledge of media and communications policies, and an understanding of the media advocacy field is a strong benefit.
Outstanding communications skills, experience with research and writing, and strong project management skills are required, as is a demonstrated commitment to public interest work. Basic technical knowledge of web site development and on-line communications is a plus, but training can be provided in this area.
Salary and Benefits
A competitive salary, commensurate with experience, is offered. A generous benefits package, including medical insurance and a retirement plan, is also offered.
Availability
The position will open in June 2009.
To Apply
Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
Send a resume and cover letter to:
Beth McConnell
Executive Director
Media and Democracy Coalition
1133 19th St., NW, 9th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
Or e-mail with the subject line ³Application for Program and Outreach Manager² to bmcconnell (at) media-democracy.net
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