Communications Coordinator II—Full-Time–Birmingham, AL
[Day Shift]
Starting Pay: $20.00 per hour
Position Summary
The Communications Coordinator II supports the communications team in enhancing Advancing Sight Network’s (ASN) internal and external communication efforts. This role focuses on graphic design, social media, and various communication tasks.
Responsibilities: refer to the specific day-to-day tasks, duties, and functions that are essential to an employee’s role. These are the “what” of the job – defining concrete actions like managing projects or overseeing processes.
General Responsibilities:
- Able to perform all tasks in services.
- Understand ASN’s core values and mission.
- Be accountable – be open and approachable to receiving information about improvement.
- Participate in one-on-one meetings.
- Focus on progress over results.
- Focus on discussion and dialogue over dictation.
- Ask questions. Be inquisitive.
- Communication needs to be transparent, timely, consistent, and clear.
- Look for solutions to problems.
- Be ready to work when scheduled to work. Be timely. If you can’t, then communicate that information.
- Begin to notice areas of improvement in the Service area.
- Model ASN culture.
Core Responsibilities:
- Create visually appealing graphics for digital and print materials.
- Assist in creating compelling written and visual content for various communication channels.
- Ensure all designs align with ASN’s brand guidelines and messaging.
- Collaborate with other team members to develop concepts and execute design projects.
- Create and schedule content across various social media platforms.
- Assist in the development of presentations, reports, and other communication materials.
- Assist in planning and promoting ASN events and campaigns.
- Support the communications team with administrative tasks and special projects as required.
- Lead in designing and distributing the employee newsletter.
Expectations refer to the standards of behavior and approach, such as demonstrating leadership, aligning with organizational goals, and fostering collaboration. They guide the “how” an employee should perform their role and contribute to the mission.
- Organizational Alignment – Embrace ASN’s vision, purpose, and mission by aligning actions with the organization’s overarching goals and objectives; thereby contributing to the advancement of ocular tissue donation, transplantation, and research. This is best accomplished by ensuring your decisions and actions directly support these priorities.
- Core Values Demonstrate ASN’s core values (Integrity, Serve, Lead, Excel, and Innovate) by consistently applying them in decision-making, interactions, and work output. For example, lead by serving your team, maintain integrity in reporting and operations, and pursue excellence in all projects.
- Ethical Conduct – Uphold ethical principles and standards of conduct in all interactions and decision-making processes.
- Communication – Ensure that objectives, expectations, and feedback are conveyed clearly and transparently. Facilitate open discussion, active listening, and constructive conversations among the team.
- Collaboration – Collaborate and interact with experienced colleagues.
- Problem Solving – Identify issues and propose viable solutions.
- Continuous Learning – Keep up with trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, applying new insights to elevate performance.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in communications, graphic design, marketing, or related field.
- Experience in graphic design and familiarity with design software (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Experience in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Positive and energetic attitude with a strong desire to meet goals and commitments.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality and consistency.
Physical Requirements:
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- Ability to travel throughout service area as required.
- Driving for extended periods or long distances may be required.
- Frequent periods of intense concentration, attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle mental and physical strain involved in the use of printed materials and prolonged use of computer screens.
- Moderate manual dexterity for basic keyboarding.
- Long periods of sitting and/or standing may be required.
- Ability to lift and move more than 25 pounds.
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The incumbent should understand this job description only outlines certain requirements for this position. At the discretion of the Executive Officer, this job description may be amended as deemed necessary for the incumbent to render a more efficient and effective operation.
To apply: Please return the completed application of employment to hr@advancingsight.org.