ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
Harlem Village Academies is widely recognized as a national leader in public education reform. Its growing network of high quality public charter schools is transforming the lives of children in Harlem by providing them with an excellent education. Led by a team of passionate social entrepreneurs, Harlem Village Academies has achieved national prominence as one of the highest performing urban schools in the country. HVA sets high standards for academic performance and personal conduct; intervenes with love and rigor when a child is off-track; and engenders in students a love of learning, a spirit of community and dedication to excellence.
The results have been extraordinary. Most students enter HVA schools several years below grade-level, many with a history of poor behavior. After a few years with the schools they make remarkable gains. After ten years of developing a proven, replicable education model, Harlem Village Academies aspires to build a graduate school of education that will prepare inspiring, effective teachers committed to urban education. Through the Progressive Education Institute, our plan is to create a new approach to teacher preparation.
In addition to its consistent track record of educational excellence, Harlem Village Academies has a committed Board of Directors and a group of supporters including some of the country’s most influential leaders in business, finance, real estate and media. Harlem Village Academies is regularly featured in New York and national media and serves as a model for schools across the United States.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
To support the growth of the organization, HVA seeks a talented, energetic, detail-oriented Marketing Coordinator to work very closely with the EVP Marketing/Communications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to working with the EVP of Marketing/Communications on:
Managing HVA website content, maintenance and updates, serving as key liaison with web developers
Maintaining consistency of HVA brand and logo in all materials and signage
Update social media via Facebook, blogs, Twitter, LinkedIn and other outlets
Manage all HVA video and photo production, editing, and archiving both independently and with outside contractors
As needed, develop videos and slide shows on short notice to use on fundraising emails, board communications, and other promotions
Create and manage all mailings and email marketing
Work with graphic designer and independently to update and create collateral materials including info and media kits, fact sheets, event materials, school signage, etc.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
The ideal candidate will be a highly intelligent, driven individual with a passion for public education, a track record of success in project and relationship management, and excellent digital, verbal and written communication skills. He or she will be polished, professional and articulate with a high level of comfort interfacing with many constituent groups: executive level management, Board of Directors, volunteers, teachers, students and families. He or she will be a genuinely kind and caring individual who thrives in an entrepreneurial culture. In addition, s/he will have the following qualities and skills:
Bachelor’s degree required
Two + years of successful experience in project management or communications in an office environment
Essential skills required: Microsoft Office, video editing skills, Adobe Creative Suite, Word Press, Google Analytics, InDesign, HTML, CSS, email marketing
Experience managing internal and external relationships, including vendors, donors and partner organizations
Self-motivated, resourceful and detail- and deadline-oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to communicate a compelling message to various constituencies
Fine-tuned analytical skills with strengths in attention to detail, problem solving, and logical reasoning
Highly organized with the ability to manage, follow-through, and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Proactive, entrepreneurial style with the ability to take initiative, recognize opportunities and develop and implement focused plans for executing on those opportunities
Committed team player, with willingness to be hands-on and do whatever it takes to support the success of Harlem Village Academies and drive to provide all of our constituencies with exceptional customer service
The ability to photograph/video a plus
ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE:
HVA is full of kind, generous people who are focused on results. We are willing to put in the hard work necessary to meet our ambitious goals. We go above and beyond for our team because we believe in and trust one another. We are all committed to the mission of Harlem Village Academies, and act in our students’ best interest at all times. The ideal candidate thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and is able to adapt quickly to change.
Harlem Village Academies is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
COMPENSATION:
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply by sending your resume and a thoughtful cover letter to resumes@harlemvillage.org. Include “Marketing Coordinator” in the subject line.