Communications Director

Description

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the development and management of all communications and outreach with clients, member tribes, and the public.

• Develop a comprehensive corporation-wide PR plan with departmental goals and objectives that has a specific focus on member tribe and client outreach.
• Supervise communications staff to ensure timely and accurate publications and communication responses.
• Work closely with the legal department to coordinate the corporation's media response to events and news stories; determine the appropriateness of media requests and assist with formulating content, timing, and manner of releases, in conformance with corporate directives.
• Develop the corporation's social media presence; maintain the AVCP Facebook page, update the website, and propose ways to increase AVCP's online presence.
• Produce feature articles, interviews, presentations, and other public relations activities that promote awareness of the company and its services.
• Supervise the planning, coordination, and publication of the AVCP Annual Report, Quarterly Newsletter, and Employee Newsletter on a monthly basis, and other publications.
• Ensure the accuracy and comprehensiveness of technical information disseminated to the public and Tribes.
• Develop contacts and relationships with media representatives to create opportunities for keeping the organization and its services in front of the public; maintain a database of public relations contacts.
• Participate in management team meetings as required and advise management on community relations projects and activities.
• Develop and recommend the department operating budget and ensure the department operates within budget.
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of department reports; prepare periodic reports for the Board of Directors if requested.
• Assist in developing and maintaining corporate-wide communications policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL
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This position requires an understanding of the culture and the needs of the Tribes of the Yukon–Kuskokwim Delta region. Positive image and demonstrated effective working relationships with local and statewide media representatives. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers. Strong written and oral presentation skills. Bilingual Yup'ik/English preferred. Evidence or proficiency and sensitivity in public relations and trust building.

QUALIFICATIONS
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The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have strong computer skills and knowledge of PowerPoint software. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., marketing, advertising, journalism, etc.) from an accredited four‑year college or university preferred; or two years of relevant experience in public relations, communications, or governmental affairs may substitute.