Simmons College of Arts & Sciences Graduate Studies

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. 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.

Duties Include:
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.

Manager of Public Awareness & Communications
Employer: Mass Mentoring Paratnership, 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. Start date will be no earlier than July 14, 2008.

To Apply:
For the complete job description and process for applying, go to:  http://www.massmentors.org/about/managerpublicawarenesscommunication.doc

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

Media Relations Specialist
Employer: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA

Job Description:

Duties Include:
Responsible for coordinating proactive and reactive media relations efforts to promote Dana-Farber's clinical and research expertise; responding to reporters inquiries; writing and distributing releases; overseeing media database and media reports.

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree; 4+ years of media relations experience, of which a significant portion is in health care communications. Must have proven excellent writing and editing skills.

To Apply:
To apply, please visit our website at:
http://www.dana-farber.org/abo/working/open/job_detail.asp?jobID=15993

Associate Director of Media Relations for Development
Employer: Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA

Job Description:
Responsible for proactive and reactive media relations efforts in support of the Jimmy Fund, Development and the Friends of Dana-Farber and serves as second-in-command for Dana-Farber media relations.  Position contributes significantly to the success of Dana-Farber's philanthropic programs, outreach and overall mission. Funds raised through these efforts provide the critical financial support that makes it possible to accelerate the pace of cancer research, promote the translation of scientific advances into new life-saving therapies, and expand Dana-Farber's ability to provide its signature patient- and family-centered care to more people. The Associate Director also assists in the oversight of the media relations teams operations, including goal setting and tracking, personnel management and a variety of administrative functions.

Duties Include:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  Working closely with Jimmy Fund staff, Development and Friends of Dana-Farber to determine overall needs for media/communications outreach to support their fundraising efforts. Working with Senior VP of Communications and Director of Media Relations to ensure resources available to meet those needs. Developing strategy and coordinating with staff to implement communications plans to support fundraising efforts of the Jimmy Fund, Development, and Friends through media relations. Working directly with top-level donors and corporations and/or cause-marketing partners to develop strategic PR programs for their involvement/support of Jimmy Fund/Dana-Farber. Writing/editing news releases and other press materials, arranging and overseeing interviews and photo shoots, and contacting reporters and interview subjects to determine if there are any follow-up issues. Developing and managing strong relationships with key local and national reporters, editors, producers and photographers. Working with staff to develop and refine appropriate communications strategies, tactics and messages.   Serving as communications consultant to wide variety of internal staff and committees.   Participating in departmental planning, system improvement and tracking efforts.

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; advanced education/training preferred. At least 10 years of professional writing/editing and event-related media relations experience. Strong writing skills; ability to write copy, e.g., press releases, backgrounders, advertisements, in clear, concise manner and in accordance with AP style. Well-honed editorial/proofreading skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and to review and rearrange priorities on short notice.  Experience in successful team building and personnel oversight.

To Apply:
To apply, please visit our website at:
http://www.dana-farber.org/abo/working/open/job_detail.asp?jobID=16276

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