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Communications Assistant

International Resources Group (IRG)

Apply By: 05 July 2009

United States | Entry-level
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General Information

Date posted:

05 June 2009

Organization(s):

International Resources Group (IRG)

Country/Region:

United States

Apply by:

05 July 2009

Reference No:

060509

Description

IRG seeks a Communications Assistant in the Business Development Division (BD).  The Communications Assistant provides administrative and communications support to media, publications and Website maintenance and proposal production.  Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail with a good understanding of business practices and processes is important.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Publications

  • Assist with the publication development process, including high-end formatting (generate ToCs, use imbedded styles, create tables, charts, and graphics)
  • Assist with designing, formatting, copying, faxing, printing, binding, packaging, labeling, mailing and cataloging of internal (training binders, orientation materials, etc.) and external publications (reports, brochures, etc.)
  • Create/duplicate CDs and CD labels for distribution internally or externally
  • Upload marketing files to OASIS
  • Upkeep the Document Inventory (restocking/reprinting)
  • Format PowerPoints for IRG and USAID branding, manage electronic and filing system
  • PDF documents

Website

  • Update company Website pages on a continuous basis with current information
  • Draft & develop web content
  • Assist with website redesign

Writing

  • Research and draft new project profiles, fact sheets, business letters, and other materials as needed

Events

  • Conduct monthly Discussion Forum administration, including sending email invitations and responding to replies, managing distribution list, create signage (announcements, sign-up sheets, table tents, sign-in sheets, etc.) assisting in set-up and clean-up for event, take photos, and acting as point of contact for attendees. Maintain Discussion Forum folder on OASIS containing Announcements, RSVP lists, Attendee lists, and Newsletters.
  • Organize quarterly Business Development meetings.

Additional

  • Manage Letterhead/Label requests
  • Maintain public information mailboxes and contact databases
  • Assist in maintaining the BD OASIS page
  • Represent IRG at recruiting fairs, put together marketing materials, assist with set-up and break-down
  • Request additional supplies for production room.
  • Conduct branding orientations with new hires as needed.
  • Refill and maintain information shelves on the 7th floor and in the lobby area as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor Degree
  • Ability to edit reports; interest in web design and new media
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint
  • Travel not required

 

How to apply:

Please submit cover letter, resume, application form and applicant questionnaire form to the following:

By Email:  - Include Communications Assistant in the subject line.

By Mail:   International Resources Group Attn: Human Resources 1211 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 700 Washington, DC  20036

 

IRG is an EOE- M/F/D/V

Job keywords

Communicationsmedia

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