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In light of current economic challenges here in the US, we are utilizing volunteers to fill high-level positions.

We are looking for a volunteer Press Secretary to report to the Office of the President. The Press Secretary will use all reasonable means / channels to effectively communicate HSFA's mission and the availability of resources, benefits and services to the public. This is not a marketing or "branding" task, though we welcome creativity and proactiveness. The Press Secretary will work to establish relationships with media in each district and on the nationl level and through multimedia sources to ensure HSFA can communicate with the public. Should be able to write and distribute effective eye-catching press releases and be able to hold meetings via teleconference or in person to respond to public inquiries and setup / participte in radio / television interviews.

This is a very important role. You will need to devote several days per week to this opportunity, and it is ongoing. We need an experienced Press Secretary, someone who can handle nationl exposure and maintain professionlism at all times. It is an unpaid volunteer opportunity; however, the successful volunteer Press Secretary candidte will have "first right of refusal" for a full-time job as soon as funding permits. Due to the nature of this volunteer opportunity and it's potential for employment, our standard "short review" process will not apply. Candidate may be required to participate in one or more staff interviews. Please, serious inquiries only. Forward your resume and capabilities statement to careers@hsfamerica.org, ATTN: Lloyd Bumnglag, Chief of Staff, Office of the President.

• Public Communications: Communications, Public Affairs, Public Communication, Media, Press Secretary, Press Release, Information Distribution

A combination of education and real world experience will be considered

must have prior communications experience, public communication preferred

nonprofit experience a plus

must be willing to commit several days or more per week.

must be able to quickly understand the structure and history of the organization, programs, etc. and communicate them without trying to change their purpose or structure. Very simply, we need you to get the word out effectively for HSFA in general, programs, opportunities, technology, resoruces, public benefits, etc.