Communications Coordinator

The Air Force Association seeks a Communications Coordinator responsible for undertaking several organizational and event planning projects that support the Communications team's work on a daily basis; instrumental in helping to develop, implement and coordinate an overall communications strategy that heightens AFA’s organizational identity. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•  Draft, write, and edit content for email blasts, newsletter, brochures, fundraising pieces and website content
•  Maintain AFA’s website by keeping up-to-date content throughout the website
• Work closely with the graphic designer to create graphics for AFA campaigns and initiatives
• Manage all aspects of correspondence with speakers for AFA’s two major annual events
• Put together agendas, printed program and manage day-to-day logistics for the speakers for AFA’s two major events
•  Draft, write and edit all scripts for speaking sessions for AFA’s events throughout the year
•  Responsible for creating campaigns and scripts for AFA’s videos and PSAs
• Create communications plans for AFA initiatives and campaigns
• Create comprehensive calendar to manage AFA’s external communications
•  Create comprehensive advertising plans for each of AFA’s two annual events
•  Develop a solid working knowledge of Air Force and national security issues
• Maintains working knowledge of new and emerging communication technologies

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills, both written and verbal. 
• Must be a self-starter
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required. 
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently is a must
• Ability to get along well with others and interact professionally with senior level military officials, academic professionals and industry representatives
• Knowledge of the Air Force or military is preferable

Requirements

• 4-year degree in Communication, Journalism or Public Relations
• 3-5 years of work experience in a related field

Excellent benefits include healthcare, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, free parking and more! Please send cover letter with resume to staffing@afa.org.