Wednesday, July 24, 2013

AMERICAN RED CROSS: Comm. Writer


Internship Position Description


American Red Cross of Greater Columbus


 

Position Title:    Communication Dept.  Writer Internship

 

Purpose

Contribute to and develop communication and marketing materials
Key Responsibilities
·      Willingness to support the Red Cross Mission
·      Research, interview and gather information for a variety of communication purposes
·      Assist with drafting of a variety of materials, which could include talking points and fact sheets, presentation materials, marketing pieces, PSA’s and press releases and other content development assignments
·      Monitor social media activity
·      Help create quarterly action plans for new opportunities to promote ARC, working closely with Public Affairs Team Leader
·      Continue individual ARC education from a local and national perspective
·      Exhibit cooperative spirit and embrace ways to enhance interdepartmental communication
Reports To
Primary: Chief Communication Officer
Time Commitment
§  Minimum 15 hours per week
Length of Appointment
School Semester
Qualifications
§  General knowledge of all Red Cross programs and services
§  Working knowledge of disaster response and preparedness
§  Demonstrates strong writing skills for a variety of delivery platforms
§  Demonstrates approachability, flexibility and commitment to serving others
§  Professional appearance
§  Must have telephone and Internet access
§  Must have a valid license and a clean driving record (Must clear a BMV check)
Training
Required for all Volunteers:
§  Volunteer Orientation
§  CPR Training
§  First Aid training
Additional training for this position:
  • Red Cross 101
  • DAT orientation
  • Disaster Services:  An Overview (online)
  • Observe DAT Team in Action
  • Observe CTP program in Action
  • PA training (available beginning 8/13)
 
Relationships
Collaborates to support ES employees, members of the media, volunteers, members of the community, and external organizations, as appropriate.
Development Opportunities
§  Opportunity to serve the community
§  Affiliation with one of the most well-respected, internationally known humanitarian organizations
§  Development of networking skills
§  Enhance oral and written communication skills
§  Enhance or learn computer skills

 

In accordance with Chapter Policies:

  • Each Red Cross volunteer is required to provide written affirmation that he or she will perform Red Cross duties in compliance with the Red Cross Code of Conduct and the Red Cross Confidential Information and Intellectual Property Policy. All volunteers are expected to protect the Red Cross image and reputation by behaving ethically and appropriately.
  • The ARCGC may perform, or may request that third parties perform, background and reference checks at any time in the volunteer application process.  All background and reference checks will be performed in accordance with applicable federal and/or state laws. This check includes a criminal history check for the past seven years and a social security number verification.
  • In addition volunteers whose job duties require regular, unsupervised access to clients who are youth, elderly, or disabled, or whose duties require the safeguarding/handling of Red Cross assets, must have a background free of conduct which may adversely impact their ability to perform their duties and must submit to a background check on an annual basis. It is the policy of the ARCGC require additional screening and require fingerprinting and a Criminal Record report from the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and/or Federal Bureau of Investigation.

 

I understand the responsibilities and qualifications of this job description, and agree to fulfill them to the best of my ability.

 

                                                                                                                                                                       

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