Organization: Center for Social Sustainable Systems (CESOSS)
Location: 211 10th St SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
An Off-Campus Work-Study Position - MUST have a Work-Study Award
CESOSS is a not-for-profit organization located in the South Valley. Our vision is to create sustainable, healthy, and thriving communities where traditions connected to land and water are protected, preserved, and passed on to future generations. Our mission is to develop sustainable community-based and culturally centered events, programs, and initiatives to empower and preserve the traditions and science-based practices of local and indigenous communities, related to land and water.
Job description
CESOSS is looking for a qualified work-study student who can assist in all aspects of Communications & Marketing, including material distribution, creating, editing, and publishing our newsletter, creating and disseminating event information, managing our database, and coordinating marketing events. Responsible for researching, writing, and editing stories for La Voz. Writing press releases, as well as other projects as assigned.
Responsibilities of the job include:
Good communication skills to generate stories of interest to the community of the South Valley
Researching information for features and articles
Verifying information and interviewing sources
Writing, editing, proofreading, and subbing text
Attending relevant events, fairs, and conferences
Creating and maintaining a network of contacts
Meeting and liaising with other staff including the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Advisors, and the coordinators
Staying up-to-date with privacy, defamation, and contempt law
Complying with industry and ethical guidelines
May work remotely.
Must be willing to conduct interviews in person or via zoom.
Knowledge of social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram, and some knowledge of web systems)
10-20 hours a week
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