Volunteer Newsletter Coordinator 4-H Youth Program

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Duties of the Volunteer Newsletter Coordinator

The 4-H offices are seeking adult volunteer(s) who have an interest in providing a county-wide newsletter for the members of the local 4-H program. This is a 2-year term. The candidate would be working directly with the 4-H office staff along with the local clubs to gather and disseminate local, state and national 4-H information that supports the membership. In addition, enhancing the visibility of the program on social media is desired. Possible access to an office computer, printer, copier and or digital storage could be granted.

Duties include:

1. Develop a template for a county-wide newsletter that can be printed and or sent electronically. Will use the 4-H & UC branding materials correctly.
2. Assemble the information from 4-H clubs, county council, county program and the state offices into a 4-H newsletter format quarterly or monthly.
3. Meet the agreed upon deadline to post or email information.
4. Attend county council meetings to capture interesting upcoming activities, club work and or events for use in publicizing.

1. Invite youth from 4-H clubs to participate in the process of publicity. Such as club reporters or communication officers.

2. Able to write interesting news stories explaining: Who, What, When, Where, How, and Why that would be used in the newsletter. May be asked to formulate or collaborate on 4-H office press releases.

3. Able to use good written skills; spelling, grammar, and composition.

4. Willing to review and use the Branding Toolkit found on the California 4-H website. http://4h.ucanr.edu/Resources/Branding_Toolkit/