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Join LifeLink Foundation as a Public Affairs Coordinator and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of organ and tissue donation. In this dynamic position, you’ll help craft and execute innovative public education programs aimed at bolstering organ and tissue donation awareness and, as appropriate, registration, particularly among the vibrant youth demographic from 8th grade through college.
Design and lead initiatives that foster support for organ and tissue donation.
Engage with educational institutions to elevate the LifeLink mission and values.
Act as a vital liaison to educators, providing them with resources and knowledge on donation and transplantation.
Ideal Candidate
Possesses a background in community relations, public education, or educational fields.
Exhibits a passion for community outreach and education.
Beneficial but not mandatory: Holds or is pursuing teacher certification in Georgia.
Summary
Primary responsibility is to work within established LifeLink Foundation policies, procedures and protocols to function as a public educator within the designated service area or territory. Through the application of approved Public Affairs standards, establish positive community relationships; facilitate, implement and evaluate activities, events and programs related to organ donor registration initiatives and community outreach to various target audiences and support the efforts of internal partners.
Responsibilities
Assist with development and analyzation of a communication plan for the assigned division or territory.
Coordinate the volunteer program(s) within the assigned division or territory, including recruitment, training, utilization and recognition, as well as tracking and evaluation.
Establish and maintain positive community relationships to result in public education opportunities and partnerships to increase the profile of LifeLink and organ and tissue donation.
Coordinate and participate in public education activities, including public speaking presentations, health fairs, networking opportunities and other events on behalf of LifeLink to provide public education on organ and tissue donation, with a goal of increasing donor designations.
Maintain tracking and evaluation systems to assess results of public affairs activities/donor registrations, and contribute to departmental monthly, annual, fiscal year and other reports.
Act as production coordinator on various materials, graphic design, print and video projects, etc. relating to annual or other public affairs plans.
Work cooperatively with other departments and divisions to facilitate events, materials or projects, as assigned, in support of our shared goals of increasing organ and tissue donation.
Assists in other duties as assigned by the Sr. Vice President, Director and/or Manager of Public Affairs.
Requirements
Knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a four-year college program preferably in health-care related public relations and/or marketing.
Ability to apply sound judgment, maintaining an open line of communication with supervisor.
Demonstrated volunteer coordination skills.
Demonstrated presentation skills.
Puerto Rico only: must be fully bilingual – written and verbal English/Spanish
Requires ability to meet deadlines and be detail-oriented.
Ability to interact with management, staff and outside contacts.
Working knowledge of In Design or other graphics software compatible with commercial printers desired.
Must have personal, reliable vehicle with good driving record and current state/commonwealth license.
Working Conditions
Pleasant, team-oriented working environment. Routinely works customary hours although deadlines, special events, presentations, etc. may require extended working hours. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds on a regular basis. Some travel required. Routine confidentiality must be practiced.
TB Risk: Low
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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