Latincouver (Public Relations Coordinator)

Organization Name: Latincouver
Opportunity Title: Public Relations Coordinator
Category: Communications / Marketing / Media
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: March 19, 2019
End Date: May 31, 2019

Email: hrassistant2@latincouver.ca
Website: http://www.latincouver.ca
Details:

• Appropriate for youth (i.e., less than 18)Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and overAppropriate for court-ordered volunteers

Opportunity Description:

 

The Public Relations Coordinator role is an essential part of the Marketing & Communications team of Carnaval del Sol. The volunteer in this position should be able to establish and maintain excellent relations with editors in various media outlets, and to follow up and monitor all Carnaval Del Sol related publications.

 

Job Summary and Key Responsibilities

Follow-up & monitor all Carnaval Del Sol publications in media outlets
Plan, develop and implement Public Relations strategies
Contribute to Carnaval Del Sol public relationships
Proactively seek media coverage for newsworthy initiatives
Liaise with colleagues, media, organizations and key spokespeople
Answer to enquiries from media, individuals and organizations
Research, write and distribute press releases to targeted media
Collect and analyze Carnaval del Sol media coverage
Write & edit in-house magazines, case studies, speeches, articles, etc.
Prepare & supervise production of publicity brochures, handouts & mail
Devise and coordinate photo opportunities
Organize events including exhibitions, open days and press tours
Establish and maintain excellent and communication with the Social Media team

 

Skills & Responsibilities

Charismatic and resourceful
Ability to work with flexibility, positive energy and commitment
Strong written and verbal communications skills in English
Ability to capture editors’ attention
Ability to capture and maintain editors’ attention and form relationships  
Previous experience in public relations is an asset
Knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese is an asset

 

Benefits

Gain valuable public relations and event coordinating experience
Reference letter upon completion

 

How to Apply:

Send your resume to the email hrassistant2@latincouver.ca or fill out the application on our website and check out the many possibilities you can have with us:  http://www.latincouver.ca/be-a-volunteer/