Essential duties and responsibilities
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following
• Social Media and Communications
o Draft social media copy and visual materials to regularly publicize the program’s publications and events on Twitter and LinkedIn.
o Draft monthly GFWSP newsletter, highlighting recent program engagements and activities.
o Track engagement data to create and maintain an effective social media strategy.
o Strategize creative new approaches to effectively communicate the findings of GFWSP research, particularly to emphasize how focus areas are addressed across disparate engagements.
• Events
o Assist in event planning, outreach, and day-of coordination for public and private events.
• Research
o Monitor media for events and trends in food and water security on a bi-weekly basis.
o Contribute to preparatory research for media, meetings, new project development efforts, and/or publications.
o Attend events and meetings and compile notes to share with program staff.
• Administrative
o Assist in the management of calendars and scheduling of high-level meetings.
o Maintain and update program data, including research materials, program mailing lists, and webpages.
o Provide general administrative support for program staff.
Knowledge, education, and experience
• Successful candidates will have
o Comfort working in a hybrid setting, including managing concurrent tasks with minimal supervision under tight deadlines and quick turnarounds.
o An interest in communications and social media strategy.
o Familiarity and experience with social media platforms in professional settings.
o Experience planning and executing events.
o Impeccable attention to detail and coordination skills.
o Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills.
o Ability to work both independently and as a cohesive member of a small team.
o A strong interest in food and/or water security as evidenced by academic or professional experience in food security, water security, or a related field.
• Additional requirements include
o Eligibility to work in the United States.
o At least two years of study toward a bachelor’s degree; candidates may have a bachelor’s degree and up to two years of experience or a master’s degree.