Ocean Advocacy Campaign Organizer

Clean Ocean Action (COA) is a non-profit regional coalition working to protect the marine waters off the NJ/NY coast.

Position Overview:

COA seeks a dynamic Ocean Advocacy Fellow who thinks creatively, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment. Fellow should be result-oriented and environmentally-focused. Proven IT experience required. Fellow will become familiar with all COA programs and issues. This is a one-year appointment that has the possibility of leading to a permanent position. Job responsibilities and focus may shift within the one-year fellowship.

Responsibilities:

The following are general responsibilities; more specific duties will be discussed in an interview, if warranted.

Outreach, Communication, and Marketing Responsibilities:

• Maintain, develop, and implement social networking and e-advocacy. 
• Foster, manage, and grow strong media contacts.
• Write (or edit) and distribute all press releases and secure press coverage.
• Integrate all programs with all forms of media.
• Produce monthly print and online newsletter, and maintain NL database.
• Produce all printed publications.
• Maintain and coordinate website updates.
• Manage general inquires, communications, and requests (email, mail, phone). 
• Seek, obtain, and manage all forms of advertising.

Resource Development Responsibilities:

• Assist in implementing a funding strategy and budget to obtain funds from foundations, donors, businesses, special events,
  membership, and others.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with supporters, businesses, and others in pursuit of achieving
  fundraising goals.
• Integrate program work into development activities.
• Maintain database on GiftWorks software.

Qualifications:

• Mission-driven person to protect the ocean.
• College degree or job experience necessary.
• Experience necessary in the nonprofit field.
• Knowledge required in social networking and
  e-advocacy.
• Knowledge required in web development;
  experience in cascading style sheets a plus.
• Knowledge in app development a plus.
• Knowledge required in publishing and editing
  with strength in grammar and usage.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience a plus in multi-media production,
  multi-media advertising, Constant Contact or other web-based email programs.
• Experience a plus in securing sponsorships, cash
  gifts, in-kind donations, and event planning.
• Willingness to work long hours necessary. 9am -
  5pm-ers need not apply.

Compensation:  Although the compensation varies with education, job experiences, and qualifications, stipend offered at $25,000 per year with other benefits.

To Apply:

Position currently open and interviewing for swift placement. Please send cover letter, résumé, 3 references with affiliations, and 3 specific samples:

1. Writing sample of brochure or report,
2. Description of your web management skills, and
3. Description of your networking capabilities and
   experience.