Job Title: Communications Coordinator
Organization: Islamic Society of North America
Location: Plainfield, Indiana
Salary:
FT Regular
 
Job Description:
THE POSITION
 
ISNAs Communications Coordinator is responsible for communicating the
organizations mission and activities to its members, the media, elected
officials, government agencies, and the general public. The Coordinator
ensures that ISNAs good image is protected and presented effectively.
 
The Communications Coordinator position is full-time at the headquarters in
Plainfield, Indiana.
 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 Works closely with the Secretary General on all aspects of public
relations and communications. This includes the creation and implementation
of public relations strategies and the management of all program elements,
including media advisories, press releases, online media and other forms of
targeted press outreach.
 
 Monitors all media for references to ISNA, its executives, staff and
projects and develops appropriate responses.
 
 Drafts external communications related to ISNA news including press
releases, presentations and talking points for leadership for various events
and press conferences.
 
 Responds to inquiries from the general public and industry constituents as
appropriate.
 
 Raises awareness of ISNAs strategic partnerships, and cultivates new or
strengthens existing relationships with reporters and editors at the
regional, national and international levels.
 
 Works closely with Secretary General to provide strategic counsel to
Department Directors regarding general public relations opportunities and
services. This includes but is not limited to developing press outreach,
retaining external public relations support, and working with outside
vendors to produce, monitor and evaluate coverage.
 
 Serves as liaison with publications, multi-media outlets, and production
companies.
 
 Manages the website content; updates content; creates web-based methods
for better communication and marketing.
 
 Makes significant contributions to Islamic Horizons, ISNAs flagship
publication.
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS
 
 Minimum three years experience in public relations or communications.
 
 Extensive knowledge of media, and demonstrated expertise in media pitching
skills with proven results.
 
 English as a primary language; verbal, multi-lingual skills are a plus.
 
 Strong writing skills and excellent communication and presentation skills.
 
 Able to work within budget constraints on multiple projects, and to meet
deadlines.
 
 Comfortable interacting with senior executives and board members.
 
 Team player with a positive "can do" approach to work.
 
 Proficient in MS Office and Internet/Web Design.
 
 BA/BS degree in a related area (Public Relations, Media Management,
Journalism, Communications).
 
 
How to Apply:
Please send a resume along with a cover letter, three letters of
recommendation, and three writing samples to Habibe Ali, Operations Manager,
at habibe@isna.net
Organization Web Site: www.isna.com
 
Email replies to: habibe@isna.net