Nature Manitoba is people sharing a passion for nature. Since its foundation in 1920, Nature Manitoba’s mission has been to promote awareness, appreciation and understanding of nature, and to preserve and enjoy it. In support of this mission, Nature Manitoba offers a wide variety of educational programs and publications, supports research into Manitoba’s biological and geophysical diversity, organizes field trips and outdoor activities year-round, and advocates for the protection of our natural environment. Nature Manitoba has an immediate need for a Web Communications Specialist, where under the general direction of the Communications and Promotion Committee of Nature Manitoba, duties will include:
Content development of E-Newsletter
Solicit articles from members and nature-related fields, and create such articles
Seek out relevant articles from other media sources
Coordinate the editing of articles
Production of E-Newsletter
Manage member and public email lists, including monthly e-newsletter and trip list
Prepare, edit and layout monthly e-newsletters
Print a low quantity of member letters and prepare for mailing
Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr)
Create relevant social media content for our Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Flickr accounts.
Develop and edit media lists and send out press releases when appropriate
Execute social media campaigns when appropriate
Website
Manage and moderate article content using Drupal CMS
Strategize home page content and update homepage weekly/bi-weekly
Manage trip list content/calendar
Administer online store content on website including renewals, cabin use fees, books, etc.
Liaison with technical support when issues arise
Graphic Design
On occasion, develop posters, displays, brochures, etc.
Ensure consistent appearance of Nature Manitoba content/logo on the web and print
Qualifications
Experience in developing newsletters, website content, communication plan development
Applicants should also have demonstrated strong initiative, communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Familiar with web CMS (Drupal and WordPress)
Familiar with MailChimp and email lists
Having a passion for the natural world
Approximately 16 hours per week, starting at $15/hour. May work remotely, but expected to be in the office at least one day a week. Send resume and cover letter to:
info@naturemanitoba.ca
Deadline to apply is February 22, 2016.