Communication and Engagement Coordinator Responsibility Summary:
The Communications and Engagement Coordinator will work closely with GardenShare’s staff, committees, volunteers, and partners to lead the organization’s communications and engagement program. This person will oversee communication channels and coordinate outreach efforts through external channels like social media platforms, GardenShare's website, media relations, eNews, tabling events, and more. They/she/he will partner with farmers markets, food access programs, community partners, and community members to ensure that St. Lawrence County residents are aware of GardenShare’s work to pursue our motto: “Healthy Food, Healthy Farms, Everybody Eats”.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of, and in collaboration with GardenShare Staff and Committees, develop and implement the annual communication and engagement plan
- Develop, write, and edit communications materials, including monthly eNews publications, press releases, website content, and social media content for multiple accounts.
- Work with Committees and Staff to ensure event materials are designed, events are marketed and communicated to further increase stakeholder engagement.
- Collect and analyze trends and analytics, and implement strategies to maximize engagement rates.
- Maintain digital media archives including photos and videos.
- Provide support for engagement opportunities – outreach tabling experiences, farmers markets, and community meetings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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Application Procedure: Please submit a resume and write 2 or 3 paragraphs on why you are a good fit for this position to info@gardenshare.org. We are accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Selected candidates will be contacted to schedule an interview, in person or over video conference. Candidates will be asked to complete some brief tasks to demonstrate their abilities and expertise.
Qualified candidates of all identities such as but not limited to - race, color, religion, gender identity, veteran status, are encouraged to apply.