Communication Coordinator/Specialist Position Description
Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean
The Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO) is seeking a
Communication Coordinator/Specialist to assist MARCO with
communications-related project tasks.
This is a half-time, one-year contractual position (without
benefits), with potential to extend based on funding availability and
performance.
Compensation commensurate with experience. Range: $25,000 to $30,000
per year. Work location is negotiable, including the ability to telework.
About the Mid-Atlantic Regional Council on the Ocean (MARCO)
MARCO is a five-state collaborative (New York, New Jersey, Delaware,
Maryland, and Virginia), created by a governors' agreement in 2009.
MARCO develops practical and sustainable regional strategies that
address the major environmental and economic challenges facing the
ocean. Current drivers include offshore renewable energy development,
offshore habitat protection, regional ocean planning, water quality
improvement, and climate change adaption, in particular sea level
rise. MARCO is guided by a Management Board comprised of senior ocean
policy members from each of the five states, and regularly interacts
with federal agencies to integrate state, regional, and federal
priorities to make better decisions for ocean sustainability and
associated economic activities.
See www.midatlanticocean.org for more information and documents.
Responsibilities
The Communications Specialist will assist MARCO in advancing its
priorities to address challenges facing the ocean, and engage diverse
ocean stakeholders and decision makers in meaningful participation in
MARCO's initiatives. The Communication Specialist will report
directly to MARCO's Program Manager.
Specific responsibilities will vary and include:
Establishing and/or improving internal and external communications;
Assisting in the development and implementation of stakeholder
engagement plans for MARCO's ongoing and future projects;
Providing content and interacting with the media;
Developing web content and social media opportunities;
Assisting in grant writing;
Reviewing, editing and/or writing a variety of documents; and
Developing communication and promotional materials.
Requirements
Minimum Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, public
administration or demonstrated experience with the required skills;
At least three years of increasingly responsible experience in communications;
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to translate complex scientific information and concepts to a
variety of audiences, including the general public;
Demonstrated effectiveness in media, journalism, communication,
public relations, social media, or other related field;
Understanding of current and emerging issues in ocean science and
policy, or a high interest and ability to gain competency in them;
Knowledge of or experience in marine science, marine policy, biology,
or a related field (preferred);
Strong networking and relationship-building skills;
Ability to work well in partnerships involving a wide range of
diverse interests and structures, including governmental bodies,
organizations, interests, industry, and communities;
Strong personal initiative, problem solving skills, creativity, and
ability to work independently and as a member of a team;
Experience in grant-writing, or demonstration of writing skills
applicable to grant writing;
Ability to manage several projects/tasks at the same time;
Experience or high interest in a variety of media, including:
developing and managing web content, interactive web tools, media
campaigns, PSAs, messaging from local to large markets, Q&As for
interviews, and event packet;
Skill in public speaking and interpersonal communications;
Proficiency in the use of graphic design programs (a plus); and
Collaborative, flexible, and self-directed work style.
Application
If you are interested in applying, please send your resume, three
references, and two brief (1-5 pages) writing samples via email to:
Michelle Lennox
MARCO Program Manager
[email protected]
Review of applications begins on July 27, 2012 and continues until
the position is filled.
