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Communications Assistant, Harlem Children's Zone

Employer
Harlem Children's Zone
Location
New York, NY, US
Salary
Competitive

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Harlem Children's Zone is a world-renowned non-profit that is breaking the cycle of inter-generational poverty for more than 28,000 children and adults in Central Harlem and millions more well beyond. HCZ walks hand in hand with young people and their families from cradle to college to career. From our work with public school students and our Promise Academy charter schools to our Healthy Harlem wellness initiative to our family support programs, HCZ goes beyond education to provide children with the academic, personal and career support they need to stay on the path to becoming self-sustaining, successful adults. No other organization uses such a comprehensive approach to fighting poverty, at such a scale or with as much impact. With a generation of proof, our innovative work over the decades has achieved unprecedented results with measurable economic and social impact in Harlem and beyond. We are the preeminent thought leader in the education, youth development and poverty-fighting fields, informing policy and advocating for change at the local, state and national levels. Called by President Obama "one of the most successful anti-poverty programs in history," we are sharing what we have learned with communities around the country and the world, inspiring widespread replication and changing the lives of millions beyond Harlem.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented Communications Assistant to join our communications team. The Communications Assistant will oversee all administrative tasks for the Chief Communications Officer including daily scheduling, onboarding new team members, invoice management, and providing support for communications-related tasks (i.e., social media, media, web and database) as needed. The ideal candidate will be flexible and enthusiastic while working on a variety of different assignments and projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform essential administrative functions including scheduling, drafting emails and memos, and assisting with PowerPoint presentations etc.
  • Assist with all phases of internal and external communications, including press relations, collateral material, reports, newsletters, and documenting the work of the agency.
  • Coordinate with editorial and marketing staff on key editorial, multimedia and outreach content initiatives.
  • Update website postings, HCZ's media and general contact databases, event support, social media, and other outreach efforts.
  • Oversee, track and update media databases and press lists; track and report metrics and media exposure.
  • Liaise with other departments and manage projects and deadlines.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualification, Skills and Knowledge Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree; Communications, Journalism, Marketing, and Public Relations majors preferred
  • Team player with entrepreneurial, creative spirit and ability to collaborate effectively with staff members at all levels
  • Strong writing and editing skills and attention to detail
  • Must take direction well, but be self-motivated with ability to work independently
  • Ability to work under deadline pressure
  • Excellent organizational skills and possess the ability to prioritize work
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Passion for and commitment to the mission of the Harlem Children's Zone
  • We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered, interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume. To apply, CLICK HERE. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.

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