Communications Assistant - VISTA

Job description

Job Overview
We are seeking a talented Communications Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in various communication tasks to support our organization's goals and objectives.

Think Tank Inc. serves community-based organizations that work to create community and eradicate poverty. The organization accomplishes this work by development and facilitation of trainings, creation and refinement of models/processes/roadmaps for community building across social and economic lines. TTI coaches organizations and community groups and connects organizations and community groups to resources to increase collaboration and services. The VISTA project will seek to increase resources, develop long term sustainability plans, evaluate best practices and increase community member involvement for multiple community based organizations and expects to benefit hundreds of individuals.

Duties
- Develop and implement communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Work with the team to create and manage content for various channels, including social media, websites, and newsletters.
- Coordinate and execute internal and external communication campaigns and events.
- Draft content for promotional materials as needed.
- Help coordinate content write-ups and logistics for semi-annual podcast series
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of communication initiatives on target audiences.
- Help with the development of surveys and other customer feedback strategies.

Experience
Required:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with social media management
Nice-to-have:
- Previous experience in public relations

This is a paid position offering an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field of communications.

The VISTA position requires a one-year commitment and offers an annual stipend of $24,000, along with a $6,000 educational award upon completion. Additionally, the role provides a $200 monthly housing stipend, no-cost health insurance, vacation, sick, and holiday leave, as well as priority hiring status for future federal positions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Springfield, OH 45502 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, OH 45502: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Springfield, OH 45502