Communications Coordinator

The International Academy of Collaborative Professionals (IACP) is a community of legal, mental health, and financial professionals in more than twenty nations who are leaders and change agents working to extend innovative approaches to respectful family-centered out of court conflict resolution worldwide. IACP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing education and resources to its thousands of members and to the public through its publications, training programs, events, website, social media and other channels.

We are currently seeking a Membership and Communications Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day operations of our membership program, manage our internal and external communications, and implement our PR strategy. Our organization is in a moment of transition, and the position has significant growth potential for the right candidate. We are moving towards a virtual office, and partial or full-time telecommuting is possible.

Essential Job Functions

· Membership: oversee memberships and Global Partners and manage member database

· Serve as primary point of contact for members and the general public; insure members’ inquiries and problems are responded to promptly

· Oversee regular communications with members including newsletter, emails, invitations to events and activities, and solicitations

· Maintain donor database and track donations

· Assist in the planning and implementation of our annual Forum and bi-annual Institute, including onsite duties

· Assist with procuring continuing education accreditation (legal, mental health, and financial professionals) for educational events

· Research and develop new strategies to increase membership in the U.S. and globally

· Manage and implement a dynamic and effective public education program that embraces new media as well as traditional outlets, effectively attracting an expanding audience for all services and programs

· Write content for website and social media, and solicit contributions from membership

· Coordinate media and public relations activities, including outreach to press

· Develop and implement a social media strategy for the organization, including fundraising, public education, and communications with membership

· Manage projects as assigned

· Provide support for management and volunteer-led Board committees as needed

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

· Exceptional attention to detail

· Ability to organize information and prioritize multiple tasks

· Confidence in tackling new areas or issues as they arise

· High level of initiative and follow-through

· Professional demeanor

· Strong written and oral communication skills

· Customer-service orientation

· Proficient computer skills – previous experience with member/customer databases is a plus

· Proficient in multiple social media platforms

· Experience in shaping and implementing communications/PR strategy

· Experience with media relations and outreach to press

· Experience with continuing education requirements is a plus

· Ability to remain flexible and responsive to growing organizational needs

· Ability to work collaboratively on a team with paid staff, volunteers, and international members

· Commitment to creating and maintaining a work environment that is welcoming and inclusive, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of our members and the families they serve

· Language ability beyond English is a plus

· Applicant must have access to an internet connection, telephone, and work space adequate for telecommuting

· Applicant must be available for out-of-town travel at least once or twice a year

Location: Proximity to one of our offices in Phoenix, AZ, or Santa Rosa, CA, is desirable. However, this is a telecommuting position and candidates will be considered from any location.

BENEFITS

Location: Proximity to one of our offices in Phoenix, AZ, or Santa Rosa, CA, is desirable. However, this is a telecommuting position and candidates will be considered from any location.

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL

Professional

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

4-year degree

HOW TO APPLY

atm@collaborativepractice.com

http://www.collaborativepractice.com

To apply: Send resume and cover letter via email to atm@collaborativepractice.com. In your cover letter, please address the following question: Of the many essential functions and qualifications listed for this job, which are the ones you feel most confident about, and which will be areas of learning or growth for you?

As part of our commitment to a diverse workplace, people of color, LGBTI people, people with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. IACP is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination, sexual harassment, and harassment or mistreatment of any kind. We do not toleration discrimination based on a person’s race, color, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, sex, marital status, height, weight, parental status, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as intersex, HIV status, veteran status, disability, political or union affiliation, or any other basis made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local law.