Simmons College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Studies

Manager of Public Awareness & Communications
Employer: Mass Mentoring Partnership, Boston, MA

Job Description:
Mass Mentoring Partnership, a growing and dynamic nonprofit agency in Boston focused on strategically growing quality youth mentoring through a network of 130+ programs statewide, is looking for a creative and versatile communications professional to join its team as Manager of Public Awareness & Communications.

Established in 1992, Mass Mentoring is entering an exciting stage of growth, and needs a self-motivated, top-notch communications staff member to help execute its new strategic plan. The position is a great opportunity for someone interested in working at a nonprofit in a more advanced communications role, and who desires flexibility, as well as a friendly and supportive work environment.

Duties Include:
In this role, the person will manage the evolution of a recently redesigned Web site, create and implement media relations strategies, oversee and collaborate on high-profile campaigns (including an award-winning initiative with the Boston Red Sox), and develop a new media strategy.

Requirements:
Applicants must be excellent writers (in a variety of formats) and have at least three years of professional work experience that includes Webmaster responsibilities, media relations and creative project management. Web publishing, experience pitching stories, and an eye for graphic design is important; knowledge of HTML is a major plus.

To Apply:
Start date will be no earlier than July 14, 2008. For the complete job description and process for applying, go to:  http://www.massmentors.org/about/managerpublicawarenesscommunication.doc

Develop Diversity Campaign, Project Only Basis
Employer: MIT, Cambridge, MA

Job Description:
MIT is seeking the assistance of a communications professional to develop a diversity campaign. The Diversity Matters Campaign will be aimed primarily at MIT faculty. The campaign will articulate the benefits of diversity in both the classroom and the laboratory, with the goals of fostering an inclusive climate and catalyzing the graduate and diversity pipeline. The campaign, once it is developed, may run for at least one year.

I'd appreciate any leads you could provide for writers, communications strategists, or PR firms with experience in both diversity programs and in higher education. Our first step will be to develop the outline of the program and communications components. We seek to hire an individual or firm on a project basis (not onto MIT staff) to develop the plan. The next phase will then be to develop supporting materials for the program.

To Apply:
Email referrals to Bara Blender, MIT Publishing Services Bureau, bblender@mit.edu.
Candidates offering these services can send their resume or outline of services and contact information to the same.

District Council Manager
Employer: The Urban Land Institute, Boston, MA

Job Description:
Provides management, event planning and administrative support to the Boston District Council of ULI by working with volunteer members of a global non-profit, and managing all logistical aspects of planning and implementing District Council events (including committee meetings of the Executive Committee, and all standing committees including Programs, Membership, Sponsorship, Young Leaders Group, Outreach, etc.) with attendance ranging from 5-500 people.

Duties Include:
Responsible for working with Chair and other volunteers in the coordination and administration of these committees including preparation of agenda and programs for ULI meetings and preparation and distribution of Committees' materials. Responsible for attending all District Council events and follow-up including thank you letters and final meeting reports. Overall management and maintenance of the day to day District Council operations including but not limited to managing files; production of minutes; databases; records; calendars; inventories; assist in preparation/management of budget, preparation of annual re-certification with national, etc. Able to understand the District Council program of work and tie to the overall Institute goals as well as update and maintain the District Council website with upcoming events and programmatic information. Maintains daily relationship with, and reports to, the District Council Executive Director, and will work directly with other staff at ULI headquarters and disseminate information to applicable parties and departments. External relationships include daily direct work with executive committee members, all committee co-chairs, members, member firms, sponsors, prospects, vendors, and consultants.

Requirements:
BA /BS degree, 5 years relevant experience; prior experience in events management; fluent/proficient computer skills and strong aptitude with computer software for applications in word processing, spreadsheets, website and downloading documents; professional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to work with senior business and public sector executives; ability to initiate tasks and assume responsibility, and to work with minimal supervision in a high production position; ability to prioritize tasks; to handle multiple tasks concurrently and completely, with responsible follow-through; meticulous attention to detail; interest in local real estate and land use and ability to attend early morning and early evening events.

To Apply:
Please forward Resume and cover letter to sberk@uli.org.

MLOG Recruiting and Career Development Coordinator, Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL)
Employer: MIT, Cambridge, MA

Job Description:
The Center for Transportation and Logistics (CTL) at MIT seeks a Recruiting and Career Development Coordinator to support the Master of Engineering in Logistics (MLOG) program by assisting in the career development and job placement of students.

Duties Include:
Will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the recruiting and career development processes for this highly selective graduate program; act as the administrative face of the MLOG program to potential recruiting companies and the key career development contact for the MLOG students; conduct statistical and trend analysis on the recruiting process; and maintain a database for potential companies.

Requirements:
A bachelor's degree and four to five years of direct/related experience. Must be proficient with MS Office products, i.e., Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.  Excellent interpersonal skills are required for both coaching students and representing the program to hiring companies. 

To Apply:
Interested candidates may apply on-line at http://web.mit.edu/jobs. Please reference job number mit-00005393.

Director of Communications, Center for Transportation & Logistics (CTL)
Employer: MIT, Cambridge, MA

Job Description:
The Director will provide comprehensive, integrated, and uniform communication strategy and direction for the three components of the center: research, corporate outreach, and education (the MLOG program). This will include all external marketing, advertising, public relations, messaging, and general promotion.

Duties Include:
Key responsibilities include: developing, managing, and measuring an integrated communications strategy to achieve greater understanding, visibility and support for the Center among internal and external audiences - this includes all marketing related to the MIT Master of Engineering in Logistics (MLOG) program; managing the communications budget; designing and managing all promotional activities for Center corporate outreach and resource programs, projects, and events; overseeing and coordinating external communications including the design, writing and editing of all print publications and promotional emails; overseeing the development of and continuous content for the Center's website; developing and executing a comprehensive media relations strategy to gain local, national and international recognition of MIT-CTL as a leader in supply chain management education and research; analyzing market data, target audiences and other demographic data for use in communication program development; serving as the custodian of the MIT-CTL brand; and overseeing a standard operating procedure for the use of print material including letterhead & logos.

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree; related master's degree preferred.  Should have at least five years of related experience with direct experience running marketing, communications, and/or PR for an organization strongly preferred. Journalism/writing experience is preferred.  Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint) is also required. Excellent interpersonal skills for working with researchers, students, and faculty within MIT as well as when representing the Center to external journalists and media. 

To Apply:
Interested candidates may apply on-line at http://web.mit.edu/jobs. Please reference job number mit-00005423.

Senior Account Executive
Employer: Chen PR, Waltham, MA

Job Description:
This tech PR firm (www.chenpr.com) teams with client partners to market their vision so they can sell their products and services most effectively. Founded in 1996, the agency and its network of international affiliates help create leaders through strategic, results-driven media and analyst relations programs. CHEN PR works in a wide range of technology areas including energy, life sciences, clean tech, information security, storage, software and networking.

CHEN PR offers competitive benefits, industry-leading clients in interesting markets and a culture that supports work-life balance. Unique benefits include four "Summer Fridays" during June, July and August and one "Work from Home" day per week (after one year of employment).

Requirements:
Seek energetic, detail-and team-oriented full-time Senior AE. 3-5 years in media and analyst relations - preferably in an agency setting - and top notch written and verbal communications skills. Bachelor's degree; English, Communications or Marketing major preferred.

To Apply:
Email hr@chenpr.com. No phone calls or faxes please.

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