Simmons College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Studies

Director of Community Relations
Employer: Genzyme Corporation - Cambridge, MA

Job Description:
Genzyme Corporation, ranked as one of the foremost biotechnology companies in the world, is committed to providing an exceptional environment in which individuals can excel, and achieve their professional and personal goals. Genzyme Corporation has been selected by FORTUNE magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For in 2006 in the United States." By applying for a position with Genzyme, you are taking the first step toward becoming a part of our dynamic and talented team, and sharing in our continued success.

Duties Include:
Responsible for planning and directing corporate community relations programs for Genzyme that enhance its reputation and support the company's business goals. Helps establish, document and communicate community relations strategies, and plans, measures and reports on progress. Represents Genzyme with key partners and develops programs that are mutually beneficial. Manages corporate charitable grants program and budget. Oversees global employee volunteer program. Works collaboratively with external partners and internal stakeholders.

1. Directs Genzyme's charitable grants program. Manages quarterly grants application process, reviews grant applications, makes recommendations to the charitable contributions committee and develops annual reports. Conducts recipient site visits as appropriate and ensures progress reports and evaluation of programs are completed.
2. Develops and nurtures relationships with major community partners. Serves as liaison between Genzyme and major partners. Explores opportunities to expand and create new programs. Represents Genzyme at partner events.
3. Builds internal partnerships and seeks opportunities for meeting shared business goals. Works collaboratively with Human Resources, Environmental Affairs, business unit leaders and international colleagues.
4. Develops recommendations for corporate support during times of natural disaster.
5. Serves as a spokesperson for charitable contributions and community relations investments and activities.
6.  Manages and mentors community relations staff and facilitates internships when available.
7. Assists with community relations budgeting and forecasting.
8.  Responds to social responsibility surveys and reports.
9. Contributes to development of written communications for Genzyme's global website, intranet and major publications.

Requirements:
BA/BS with 8 years of professional experience, including working with non-profits and charitable foundations; experience writing reports, managing a budget and project management.

To Apply:

Please apply online at: www.Genzyme.com/careers  job number 11126

Marketing Specialist
Employer: IDG World Expo - Framingham, MA

Job Description:
The leading producer of targeted events that empower business and technical professionals from organizations of all sizes with the ability to investigate, experience and make informed decisions on new and evolving technologies.  Our business model leverages more than 20 years of working with the world's most successful IT industry suppliers and adopters to identify market sectors offering profitable growth opportunities. By listening closely to these companies, focusing on specific markets and through our affiliation with IDG, we have consistently seen the future of technology creation and innovation, and have revealed it first through industry-leading exhibitions and conferences. The IDG World Expo leadership team brings 75 years of international events production and marketing experience. Uniquely qualified to maximize the value of each event, this team leads the migration of IDG World Expo event brands into geographies where our customers need greater exposure and influence. Our globalization strategy localizes the presentation of promising technologies and aligns with how our customers want to conduct business throughout the world.

Duties Include:
IDG World Expo has an exciting opportunity for a marketing professional to join the team. The Marketing Specialist will be responsible for the development, design, and implementation of attendee marketing materials and lead generation plan execution. This will include a heavy focus on management of internal and external collateral, email, direct mail, website, advertisements and other marketing programs. This involves creating, writing and evaluating creative marketing communication messages and materials that maintain brand integrity and grow attendance.

Requirements:
Specific responsibilities will include assisting in the production of direct mail materials and event guides, managing outside vendors, coordinating website content, managing the creation of sales materials and writing promotional copy. We are looking for a detail-oriented, communications professional with 2-3 years of experience in marketing communications, product marketing or direct marketing. Experience in the conference/trade show industry is a plus. Some travel required.

To Apply:
Email: hrsd_recruiter@idg.com
Reference Code: WECMSJGMS

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