January 15, 2010

JOB ANNOUNECMENT

TITLE: OUTREACH COORDINATOR

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SUMMARY OF POSITION
This is a full-time, 40 hour per week, exempt position that supports the organization’s communication and fundraising efforts. These include, but are not limited to: oversight and updating of the Deschutes River Conservancy’s (DRC) website at www.deschutesriver.org; development, distribution and tracking of the DRC’s e-newsletter; logistical coordination and some content development for DRC’s printed newsletter; coordination and implementation of social media efforts; assist with logistical coordination, managing vendor relations and implementation of all DRC events.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise any other paid staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Outreach & Communications
• Coordinate logistics, manager vendor relations and assist with planning and implementation of all DRC events, including two annual auctions.

• Coordinate production and write some content for DRC’s bi-annual print newsletter and Annual Report.

• Coordinate, write content and distribute DRC’s monthly electronic newsletter.

• Update copy and maintain DRC’s website with special emphasis on all DRC current news, programs, projects, funding and events.

• Ensure consistency in content and message between DRC print newsletter, website, e-newsletter and social media outlets. This would involve uploading content across all platforms.

• Maintain and update social media tools including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr.

• Develop a set of tabling materials about DRC’s mission, programs and projects using Adobe Creative Suite 3 Package: InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.

• Ensure DRC materials are current, organized, readily available and accessible for use at all outreach events.

• Identify outreach (tabling) opportunities for the DRC, staff the table or booth, coordinate the set-up and take down of the DRC booth, and coordinate schedule with other DRC staff to assist as needed.

• Identify grant funding opportunities and write grants to support the DRC Outreach & Communications efforts.

• Work with DRC staff to schedule outreach presentations with local community organizations, business groups, and special interests groups.


Other
• Develop an annual work plan that includes clear goals, objectives and timelines that are consistent with DRC’s mission, vision and strategic plan.

• Report quarterly progress to supervisor and participate in an annual performance review.

• Assist other DRC staff with general outreach and fundraising activities, as assigned by your supervisor.

• Assist Development Coordinator with administrative duties related to the organizational needs of DRC Board meetings such as organization and assembly of board packets and all logistics for DRC board meetings.

• Complete timekeeping, activity and financial reports and other reporting requirements necessary to comply with contracts, grants and other funding agreements as instructed by your supervisor.

• Communicate openly and constructively with all DRC staff, Board of Directors and volunteers to achieve Outreach Program and organizational goals, enable efficient decision-making and maintain positive morale.

• Special projects, as assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications

Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience, talent and accomplishments in the following areas:

• At least four years of experience in Outreach & Communications, preferably in a non-profit setting
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Planning and producing fundraising events, including auctions
• Website management and maintenance skills
• Working with graphic designers and printers for all creative and production needs associated with print and e-newsletters
• Proven ability to implement a social media platform
• Proven graphic design experience with Adobe C3 or C4 package: InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator
• Strong organizational skills, self-starter, and proven ability to meet regular deadlines
• Networking talent, including the ability to identify leads, make contacts and directly solicit outreach opportunities
• Ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, problem solve and work well under pressure
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Passion for, commitment to and understanding of the DRC’s mission

Experience and skills in the following areas will be to the candidate’s advantage:

• Familiarity with Constant Contact
• Familiarity with agricultural and natural resource restoration issues
• Media contacts and outreach connections in the Central Oregon Community

Salary/Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes cafeteria-style health and retirement contributions.

Application Process
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references by Monday February 1, 2010 to:

Bea Armstrong
Director of Development & Communications
Deschutes River Conservancy
700 NW Hill Street
Bend, OR 97701

Phone (541) 382-4077 ext.23
bea@deschutesriver.org

Learn more about us at: www.deschutesriver.org
The DRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

January 13, 2010

Request for Proposals

Please click here to download the RFP.

The Deschutes River Conservancy is currently seeking a talented, dynamic, qualified public relations or advertising firm to conduct market research and design an outreach campaign to showcase the successful ecosystem restoration work of the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board’s (OWEB) Deschutes Basin Special Investment Partnership (SIP).

The primary SIP Partner Group consists of the Crooked River Watershed Council, Deschutes Land Trust, Deschutes River Conservancy, and the Upper Deschutes Watershed Council. These four non-profits have successfully come together to develop a cooperative habitat restoration initiative to support the reintroduction of salmon and steelhead in the Deschutes Basin.

The selected firm will be charged with creating a holistic outreach campaign for the Deschutes Basin Outreach Project and developing the necessary outreach tools to effectively communicate implement the campaign. The firm will assist the SIP Partners in refining the goals, vision, and desired outcomes of the outreach campaign.