Water for South Sudan (WFSS) delivers direct, transformative and sustainable quality-of-life service to the people of South Sudan by efficiently providing access to clean, safe water and improving hygiene and sanitation practices in areas of great need. The US 501(c)3 nonprofit organization was founded in Rochester, NY in 2003 by former “Lost Boy” of Sudan Salva Dut.
Our US office in Penfield, NY manages the administration and fundraising for the organization and works closely with our Operations Team in South Sudan. The Communications Associate will manage social media and email newsletter, give presentations, assist with website updates, and assist with events.
Duties and Responsibilities for Communications Associate, Rochester, NY
- Manage all social media postings, and compile social media metrics
- Create and deliver monthly email newsletter, as directed by Development Coordinator
- Assist with website updates, and compile website metrics
- Assist with event planning
- Conduct interviews and write blog posts
- Give presentations to school groups
- Manage WFSS general email account and respond to questions and inquiries
- Coordinate WFSS Young Professionals group, as directed by Development Coordinator
- Assist with donor data as needed
- Assist with photo storage, photo tagging and photo editing
- Conduct research projects as needed
Experience/ Qualifications for Communications Associate, Rochester, NY
- Social media and communications experience
- Strong writing skills
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience required
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite required
- Experience with graphic design preferred
- Experience with Squarespace and Hootsuite a plus
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Flexible and fast learner
- Must be self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
- Database/CRM experience a plus, especially Raiser’s Edge experience
- Commitment to WFSS mission
Compensation: $36,000 to $46,000 based on experience, includes paid time off, health insurance coverage, company IRA match after six months, and the potential for hybrid work schedule once established. Please send cover letter and resume to Elissa Rowley, Development & Communications Coordinator at elissa.rowley@waterforsouthsudan.org by September 16.
The health and safety of our community is the highest priority. As such, Water for South Sudan, Inc. is requiring all newly hired employees to be fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment. Requests for reasonable accommodations for medical or religious reasons will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable law.
