The Sylvia Center is seeking a Manager of Communications & Internal

Operations.

The mission of The Sylvia Center (TSC) is to inspire young people and their

families to eat well through hands-on learning experiences on the farm and in

the kitchen. Through our programs, participants learn what fresh food is, how

delicious it tastes, and how to prepare healthy meals on a daily basis. We

teach skills that inspire our students to establish independent healthy eating

habits—so that they may lead healthy and productive lives.

Purpose: The Manager of Communications & Internal Operations will manage all

external communications and internal operations  for The Sylvia Center. S/he

will be responsible for managing the Executive Director and act as a thought

partner in all strategic projects. S/he will also manage and execute all

aspects of external communications, including newsletters, social media, blog,

and website. S/he will be an integral part of a small, passionate, and

hardworking team. This is a full-time position. Reports to the Executive

Director.

Position Responsibilities:

COMMUNICATIONS

·         Manage, design, and produce bi-weekly and monthly electronic newsletters

·         Manage overall social media strategy and implementation, posting relevant content consistently across platforms

·         Manage and create compelling blog content for publication on a weekly basis

·         Manage and coordinate design of all print and electronic collateral with designer

·         Manage and implement regular website updates using WordPress

·         Collect, organize and document TSC related press and keep press kits and files current

·         Prepare formal acknowledgement letters and other correspondence as needed

·         Manage and update communications CRM on a regular basis

·         Manage, archive and organize digital assets (including photographs, video,

·         artwork)

INTERNAL

Manage the Executive Director in all daily operations, including schedule and

email

Manage organizational calendars, including events and deadlines to ensure

staff delivers all activities in a timely manner

Act as a thought partner to Executive Director on strategic projects

Manage strategic and special projects

Implement, and maintain internal systems and operating procedures for the

organization

Organize and maintain department files in a timely and easily accessible

fashion

Assist in preparing board meeting materials and attend board meetings

Research as relevant to various projects

OTHER

Assist in the implementation and execution of development related projects,

including all events and fundraising appeals

Staff and attend fundraising events

Create online event ticketing and donation forms for fundraising purposes

Desired Skills and Requirements:

Excellent ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently

meet deadlines

Ability to turn around assignments quickly without compromising quality

Willingness to work in a small, lean team and work through the weeds with a

good attitude

Passion for social justice and love of food

Excellent ability to create production calendars, set goals and deadlines, and

keep team on schedule to meet deadlines

Excellent writing skills and attention to detail

Motivated self-learner with great problem-solving skills and the ability to

work independently and collaboratively

Exceptional organizational skills and excellent verbal communication abilities

Excellent computer and research skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office,

Social Network Platforms, Google Apps

WordPress

CRM management experience

InDesign, Photoshop, and HTML experience a plus

Undergraduate degree required

Salary: DOE

To apply, please send cover letter and résumé to [log in to unmask] by

April 15th, 2016.