PR Intern Volunteer

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Duties/Responsibilities:

• Works with the Agency Director and the Board to perfect a vision statement defining the purposes and philosophy of the organization.
• Works with the Director and the Board to develop a strategic long-range plan consistent with the vision statement. Analyzes appropriate ways to bring this message to the various target groups.
• Plans effective use of media through press releases and participation in community activities.
• Organizes activities to recruit new volunteers and events designed to reward faithful volunteers.
• Prepares written material to support fund-raising efforts.
• Researches potential sources of grant money and works with the director to prepare grant proposals.
• Works to minimize damage from any type of immediate problem by utilizing principles of crisis management.

• Ability to communicate persuasively, both orally and in writing.
• Good judgment, creativity and an enthusiastic attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective personal relationships.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a degree in a related field such as marketing, journalism, communications or English.
• At least 5 years of public relations experience.