Community Relations Coordinator - Entry Level

Other Richmond, Virginia

The Community Relations Coordinator will plan, develop, implement, and analyze community relations campaigns, marketing efforts, and related events.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Builds and maintains relationships with members of the community.
Plans, develops, implements, and organizes events and volunteers to advance the mission and goals of the company.
Organizes community outreach programs and coordinates special events that will influence public opinion or promote products, services, or ideas of the company.
Uses social media to coordinate community relations.
Drafts and distributes/publishes various content pieces that promote the company, as well as individuals or groups within the company.
Selects positive publicity materials and distributes them through a variety of channels.
Responds to inquiries from community members and other interested parties; when needed, recruits a knowledgeable spokesperson or information source to assist.
Plans, coordinates, and executes special events and press conferences.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work extremely well as part of a team.
Ability to evaluate cost of a program and compare it to the benefits for the organization.
Excellent persuasion skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism.