Our client, ZOA www.zoa.org is the leading major American Jewish organization courageously defending Israel and the Jewish people; fighting against all forms of antisemitism; and promoting the Jewish people’s lawful right to live in and settle historic Jewish land in Israel.
The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for overseeing the implementation of marketing, communications, and PR efforts for the organization. This person will work directly with the National Executive Director, The National President, Development and Outreach staff, and outside strategic consultants to implement strategies in the areas of traditional and social media, print communications, electronic communications, and website. This is an in-office position.
Media and Public Relations:
- Oversees the distribution of press releases, op ed’s and letters to the editor to media and constituents.
- Maintains and builds relationships with media contacts at major media outlets, both Jewish and secular
- Responds to all media inquiries and funnels them to the National President
- Manages media for all National and New York based events such as: the annual National Gala held in New York, Washington DC Advocacy Mission, and Leadership Mission to Israel · Supervises and oversees postings on ZOA’s social media accounts.
Marketing and Communications:
- Oversees all electronic communications to ZOA constituents such as news releases, action alerts, requests for funding, other communications.
- Oversees the ZOA website.
- Responsible for producing the bi-annual ZOA Report.
- Oversees and coordinates all National ZOA printed and electronic material, such as brochures, invitations and videos, and pamphlets.
- Manages ZOA’s direct mail program which includes several renewal and acquisition mailings per year.
- Supervises ZOA’s creative design staff.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 10+ years management experience in marketing, communications, and public relations required, preferably in the non-profit sector.
- Excellent project management skills
- Passionate Zionist with a deep love for the State of Israel.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
- Experience with various design software packages, communications software such as Constant Contact, and media tracking software.
- Microsoft Office proficiency.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, tactful and diplomatic.
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
- A team player as well as able to work independently.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Ability to solve problems creatively and practically.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Entrepreneurial mindset; able to identify and pursue opportunities.
- Pride and professionalism in work accomplishments.
- Strong command of Israel and Middle East history, politics, and culture.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of the American Jewish community.
To submit nominations or candidacies please contact:
William Hochman, CEO
The Joel Paul Group
Resume and cover letter must be submitted in Word format to: [email protected]