Associate, Communication

Summary

Washington, DC based association management firm seeks highly motivated communications professionals to create and manage multi-format communications initiatives for various clients. 

The Associate is a strong communicator and will ensure efficient, effective communications for multiple clients that support the clients’ goals, while managing deadlines and paying close attention to detail. Friendly and flexible work environment.

Full time benefits include health, dental and short-term disability insurance, flextime, generous vacation policy, and 401K.

Submission

Submit cover letter, resume via the online jobs board at https://amsamc.bamboohr.com/careers/62.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple clients and/or AMS projects (vendors, operation, calendar, etc.)
• Understands database, social media, CRM, and website management systems
• Manages client marketing plans and initiatives with little supervision
• Works with graphic designer to produce assets that meet the needs of communication campaigns
• Manages distribution and communications lists in client databases
• Manages client social media/marketing calendars and content production
• Supports development of clients’ communications and marketing strategies; is the point of contact for all client marketing initiatives
• Develops and maintains clients’ communications including coordination, implementation, and distribution of newsletters and recurring weekly alerts and promotional emails
• Develops and manages marketing collateral, writes, and edits communication materials
• Provides membership and event marketing content to drive member acquisition and event attendance
• Recommends and implements changes to new or existing standardized processes and procedures
• Conducts surveys and focus groups of members when appropriate to gauge member and prospective options

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of three to five years’ experience in association/non-profit or applicable communication role; including content creation, communication campaign management, marketing, constituent management
• Demonstrates pro-active problem solving
• Has ability to work independently with minimal management oversight as needed
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); strong copy writing and copy editing; outstanding customer service and ability to work with constituents and colleagues in person, on the phone and electronically
• Experience writing and designing marketing materials
• Experience in Communications in a variety of areas
• Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, consistently delivering work that is thorough and error-free, even when under tight deadlines
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines, ensuring rapid completion of projects without sacrificing quality or accuracy
• Ability to learn to write about new areas/industries quickly
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficient in working with an email communication program (i.e., Constant Contact)
• Proficient in social media platforms and tools (i.e., LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter)
• Proficient working with a web publishing platform (i.e., WordPress or similar)
• Familiarity with constituent databases (i.e., Salesforce)

Travel

This position will require 5-10% domestic travel throughout the year.

ADA Specifications

This is a largely sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.

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Per AMS's Policy, the successful applicant for this position will undergo a thorough background check as a condition of employment. This process will be conducted with the utmost respect for privacy and confidentiality.