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1 person is interested
Media Relations Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: National Kidney Foundation
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1 person is interested
GENERAL SUMMARY
The National Kidney Foundation Serving the Dakotas seeks a media volunteer to assist with public relations, communications and marketing for local special events and other community-based awareness campaigns.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
n Requires approximately 6-8 hours of volunteer activity per month to help send out press releases or media advisories to local reporters and conduct pre and post event phone calls to news outlets. Media Volunteers will be provided with a list of reporters to contact along with all contact information.
n Media Volunteers are also provided with all the materials including template press releases, talking points and media advisories.
n Media Volunteers will participate in monthly conference calls with the National Office Marketing and Communications department to learn about the specific initiatives, share success stories, and receive help and guidance with publicizing the local initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
n College students or adults with background or interest in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or Journalism.
n Good interpersonal skills that include the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
More opportunities with National Kidney Foundation
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About National Kidney Foundation
Location:
2801 S. Minnesota Ave Suite 105-196, Suite 105-196, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, US
Mission Statement
The National Kidney Foundation, a major voluntary nonprofit health organization, is dedicated to preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease, and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation.
Description
Fueled by passion and urgency, NKF is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education and accelerating change.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2601 S Minnesota AveSuite 105-196Sioux Falls, SD 57105
DATE POSTED
January 13, 2017
SKILLS
- Social Media / Blogging
- Public Relations
- Administrative Support
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- 6 - 8 hours a month