Communications Manager

Posted: Continuous 2012-04-10
SHOP (support hub of Perspectives)
 

Manager communications, public relations and all forms of media for the Perspectives network. Develops communications strategy in order to improve network visibility in the community. Serves as network brand manager. Leads efforts to bolster the Perspectives brand, in an effort to increase enrollment, funding, and overall presence in the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

·          Identify and book annual speaking and training engagements for the network

·          Develop a process and policy for website updates - for individual campuses and the Support Hub of Perspectives (SHOP)

·          Manage the Annual Report development process, including developing a budget and coordinating vendors (designers, photographers, writers and printers)

·          Manage cost, production and calendar for all SHOP collateral

·          Manage the production of selected school-based collateral including school profiles, on-site network information packets, and materials for campus tours

·          Manage the A Disciplined Life® line of branded merchandise to raise awareness of our unique school culture and social emotional learning curriculum

·          Maintain photo archives; take photos occasionally, contract and direct external photographers with leadership as required

·          Manage external and internal communications cycle, including monthly internal and external e-mail blasts.

·          Create and manage the annual budget and invoice payment for the External Affairs department

·          Develop and guide associate board

·          Develop and implement social networking plan

 

Marginal Functions:

 

·          Manage communication programs throughout the organization

·          Provide media relations support

·          Create strategic communications

·          Increase community awareness of the school

·          Utilize social media

·          Develop consistency in branding

·          Oversee the financial aspects of promotional tools

 

Competencies:

 

·          Exhibits a strong commitment to the ethos of Perspectives Charter Schools by striving to live to the 26 principles of A Disciplined Life

·          Has the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, build strong relationships, and work both independently and as part of a team

·          Capable of developing,   running, and organizing processes and systems

·          Displays a positive disposition, discretion, confidentiality, honesty and integrity in his/her relationships with the differing sectors of Perspectives and the wider community

·          Demonstrates initiative and takes responsibility  

·          Serves as an advocate for social justice, the development of character, and the right to pursue and receive an exceptional education

       

Experience/Training:  

 

·          Bachelor's Degree

·          Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, In Design, Adobe Creative Suite. Basic HTML and web publishing skills preferred/all forms of social media: Twitter, Facebook, website

 

Physical Demands:

 

·          Ability to stand, bend and stretch

·          Ability to travel and maneuver between site locations

·          Ability to lift at least 20 pounds

 

Language Skills:

 

·          Ability to read and write proficiently using the English language

·          Ability to interact and speak effectively in interpersonal situations and before groups of people

 

Perspectives Charter Schools


601 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 700
Chicago, IL 60605
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