AMURT's Food For All DC (FFA) program has been providing food to people facing adversity in Washington, DC since 1984. FFA delivers nutritious groceries to home-bound people throughout DC. Our recipients include those with health issues and disabilities, as well as older adults and single parents with young children.
We offer opportunities for meaningful volunteer engagement that expresses a spirit of compassion into the world and brings people closer together.
Type of help:
Role Overview: As a PR Specialist, you will be a key contributor to raise awareness and strengthen the public image and reputation of FFA, particularly as FFA celebrates its special 40th anniversary this year. Working closely with the communications team, you will help craft and disseminate compelling messages, stories, and information to the public, media, and other stakeholders.
Languages spoken:
ENGLISH
What else ...:
Key Responsibilities: Media Campaign and Relations: Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure coverage for FFA. Collaborate with the communications team to plan and execute PR campaigns that align with organizational goals and mission. Ensure consistent messaging and branding in all external communications. Media Strategy and Monitoring: Monitor media coverage related to FFA and relevant industry trends. Provide regular updates to the communications team and/or recommendations for FFA’s public relations campaigns Press Release Writing: Draft press releases, media advisories, and other communication materials to announce and promote events, initiatives, and organizational news Outreach: Help FFA collect / source leads for corporate volunteering, fundraising, partnerships, or others. Event Support: Support the PR aspects of (FFA’s 40th anniversary) events, including media coordination, press conferences, and interviews
How many travelers can volunteer?:
Ask Ananda Marga Universal Relief Team - AMURT or Please contact the http://www.amurt.net/
Accommodation suggestions:
N/A
Hours expected:
2 - 4 hours a week
Availability:
SKILLS: Journalism Social Media / Blogging Public Relations Interactive/Social Media/SEO
Wish List:
Qualifications: Proven experience in public relations or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build and maintain relationships with media professionals. Creative thinker with the ability to generate innovative PR ideas. Understanding of social media and its role in PR.
How would you like to volunteer?:
Virtual (you can do it from a computer, home or anywhere)
In Person (you'll go to a physical location)
Cause Category:
Arts & Culture
Emergency & Saftey
Immigrants & Refugees
Seniors
Sports & Recreation
Faith Based
Computers & Technology
Justice & Legal
Advocacy & Human Rights
Animals & Wild Life
Children & Youth
Families
Women
Hunger
Health & Medicine
Politics
Community
International
Disaster Relief
Homeless & Housing
LGBTQ+
Veterans & Military Family
Race & Ethnicity
Environment
People with Disabilities
Crisis Support
Education & Life Skills
Length of Time :
Short-Term ( one time or less than a month)
Long Term ( 30 days or more)
Region:
USA
Canada
Caribbean
Central America
Middle East
South America
Africa
India
Europe
Asia
Australia
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