IEF job listing: External Relations Associate
The Internet Education Foundation (IEF) seeks an External Relations Associate to coordinate Congressional events and briefings, oversee media and public relations and manage constituent relationships.
This is a dynamic position that requires an innovative self-starter ready to contribute ideas in developing, producing and promoting educational events and services for policymakers and the public. The External Relations Associate will also spearhead our media relations effort and field press inquiries.
Candidate must be a detail-oriented, well-organized, independent worker with the ability to manage several projects at one time. A background in communications is desired. Familiarity with computer publishing programs and HTML a plus, but not essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or a candidate with 1-2 years of related experience.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field.
• One-year experience in professional environment (internships included).
• Interest in event planning and media relations.
• Willingness to work as a team player.
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
Responsibilities:
• Coordinate logistics for monthly congressional briefings, annual policy conference, and other special events.
• Manage media relations public outreach and constituent relationships.
• Maintain and update content for foundation’s three active Web sites.
• Analyze and respond to questions, comments or concerns from member organizations.
• Reports to Program Director
IEF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to educating the public and policymakers about the potential of a decentralized global Internet to promote communications, commerce and democracy. IEF has two premier projects that feature monthly and annual events on technology policy and Internet safety. The Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee is a bi-partisan group of public interest, non-profit and industry groups working to educate Members of Congress about technology policy issues. GetNetWise is a public service that collaborates Internet industry corporations and public interest organizations to keep parents and families “one click away” from the resources they need to make informed decisions about their family’s use of the Internet.
Please send your resume and cover letter via email to:
Allison Rodway
arodway@neted.org
Subject: External Relations Associate