August 6, 2012 |

DU Seeking High Level Communications Specialist

Senior Communications Specialist
Memphis, TN - NHQ

Overview
The Communications Department of Ducks Unlimited, Inc. (DU) seeks an experienced, full-time Senior Communications Specialist. The successful candidate will have excellent command of the English language; strong, proven writing skills; and proficiency with Microsoft Office software. The candidate must be an energetic self-starter who is detail-oriented, with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently - and meet regular deadlines for each. Excellent communications skills are a must, and the candidate must be able to work as part of a high-level corporate communications team.

Responsibilities & Duties
Write and edit speeches, scripts, newsletters, action alerts and other high-level internal communications for senior staff and volunteer officers (a key function)
Interact frequently with senior staff and volunteer officers in preparing and finalizing speeches and other communications
Create compelling audiovisual presentations for senior staff and volunteer officers
Coordinate regularly and directly with DU Secretary/COO of Wetlands America Trust (WAT) in communicating with current and prospective board members
Assist with preparation of materials for DU/WAT board meetings and attend meetings as assigned
Assist in the planning, scripting and production of the annual National Convention
Write, edit and distribute press releases and other external communications to national, regional, state and local media
Place stories in national media outlets, arrange interviews and support DU's overall media relations efforts
Represent DU at events and conferences as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Some travel required

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, communications or a related field with 5-7 years of verifiable experience preferred. Excellent writing skills are mandatory. A high level of creativity and the ability to learn and adapt quickly to Ducks Unlimited's fast-paced, results-oriented organizational culture will be essential. The ideal candidate will be organized, dependable, flexible, goal-oriented, articulate, courteous and discreet. Strong research and analytical skills are important. The ability to turn complex technical material into accessible and compelling writing is essential. Experience working with top-level executives and volunteers and an understanding of the natural resources/conservation field are a plus. The position is located in Memphis, TN, at DU's national headquarters and reports to the Director of Communications.

To Apply
Please send resume and cover letter to Deanna McAdory in Human Resources at dmcadory@ducks.org