Raleigh Public Relations Society

The Raleigh Public Relations Society (RPRS) aims to advance the art and science of public relations and to strengthen communication, understanding and cooperation among the diverse individuals, groups, and institutions of the Society.

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JOB ALERT: Senior Public Relations Account Executive, Intrepid Marketing Group

Intrepid Marketing Group is a full-service marketing, advertising and public relations agency with experience in traditional, digital and social media. We are a group of hard-working and innovative marketers that provide our clients with quality service that leverages their brand message to reach their consumer in a marketplace that changes almost every day. Our clients span a variety of verticals including professional and collegiate sports, nonprofit, retail and others.

Job Description

Intrepid Marketing Group is currently seeking a qualified candidate to join us! The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, passionate about public relations, communications and social media and thrives in a fun, fast-paced team environment. The ideal candidate must also have strong initiative and leadership skills and work well under deadlines and in front of people.

Responsibilities:

Program planning, execution and measurement:

  • Create and execute a comprehensive PR plans to maximize client coverage with target media / influencers
  • Develop a clear set of objectives and key performance indicators for the Public Relations team
  • Regularly update clients and management on media impact
  • Develop and maintain client relationships
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local, regional and national media contacts
  • Brainstorm and develop innovative methods of achieving client goals
  • Keep a detailed list of tasks, client status reports, media hits, etc.
  • Develop, manage and track social media campaigns for clients
  • Manage public relations account coordinator

Requirements:

  • Four-year college degree in journalism, communications or related field
  • 2 to 4 years of previous experience in a public relations and media relations role
  • Working knowledge of the mass media and the ability to write and pitch news related stories
  • Passion and enthusiasm for working in communications industry
  • A detailed, organized, self-starter with great interpersonal skills
  • Working knowledge of the social media landscape and how to utilize social media tools to advance marketing platforms
  • knowledge of managing brand social media accounts
  • Strong writing, organizational, public speaking and leadership skills
  • Experience with public relations media database (Cision/Meltwater preferred) a plus
  • Knowledge of local, regional and national media markets as well as a robust list of contacts is a plus
  • Design skills including graphic design, video and audio editing a plus

For More Information and to Apply:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/2937997410/

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JOB ALERT: Corporate Communications Manager, PPD

Thank you to RPRS member Cherith Andes for this tip about a job opening at PPD for an experienced corporate communications manager!

JOB DESCRIPTION

About PPD:

We are vital links between an idea for a new medicine and the people who need it. We are the people of PPD — thousands of employees in locations worldwide connected by tenacity and passion for our purpose: to improve health. You will be joining a truly collaborative and winning culture as we strive to bend the time and cost curve of delivering life-saving therapies to patients.

About the Department:

Our colleagues in Corporate Communications strive for excellence in every task, at every moment. We are game changers seeking improvements to processes and more efficient ways of working or adapting to changing financial and industry environments. This role can be held in either of our North Carolina offices (Raleigh or Wilmington) or home-based within North Carolina.

About the Position:

PPD, the clinical research division of Thermo Fisher Scientific, has a new opening for a Corporate Communications Manager to support internal communications efforts, developing executive messaging and helping plan employee outreach initiatives for leaders.

About our Culture, Career Advancement and Benefits:

At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and well-being of our employees.

Job Description:

  • Managing and implementing global strategies and initiatives for internal communications
  • Leading strategic and tactical communication efforts for assigned teams that help achieve business objectives.
  • Using analysis, insights and knowledge to help shape the strategy and vision for the internal communications function for respective teams.
  • Supporting corporate-wide communications efforts, develop executive messaging and help plan employee outreach events for leaders.
  • Writing and editing group-wide communications
  • Applying creativity to develop new approaches, methods and designs for internal communications
  • Developing talking points, scripts and/or PowerPoint presentations for executive leaders
  • Leading workstreams and projects, coordinating the efforts of others and influencing outcomes to meet departmental standards and advance company objectives
  • Working with highly confidential information, adhering to company and department policies and SEC and AP guidelines
  • The ideal candidate will have strong writing background (AP style), able to juggle multiple priorities and ability to work with executive leadership. SharePoint knowledge helpful.
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Job Qualification
Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification; degree in communications, public relations or journalism preferred.

Previous experience in internal communications, external communications, public affairs, corporate positioning and/or integrated communications that provides the knowledge, skills,and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 8 years’) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Understanding and experience in applying AP guidelines
  • Proven planning, organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to work independently, make good decisions and apply sound judgment
  • Strong experience in corporate brand and product positioning
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines with a quality product
  • Experience in SharePoint / intranet content development and management
  • Demonstrated attention to detail
  • Proven ability to work with senior leaders
  • Ability to negotiate outcomes with management and external vendors
  • Ability to consistently work well with others
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop

PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

  • Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
  • Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
  • Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
  • Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
  • May require as-needed travel to other offices or corporate events (10%)

For More Information and to Apply:

https://careers.ppdi.com/

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JOB ALERT: Director of Communications and Marketing, NC State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Thank you to Justin Daves for sharing this opportunity at NC State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences with us!

Available Job Title:

Director of Communications and Marketing

Brief Job Description:

NC State University’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences is currently seeking to fill the role of Director of Communications and Marketing. With more than 4,500 students, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences is the second largest on NC State’s campus and is home to 10 academic units. The mission of the college is to support the research, education, scholarship and engagement that advance frontiers of knowledge in the college’s disciplines and programs, which impacts the human condition and problems facing local communities, the nation and the world as well as develop future leaders and global citizens.

The director reports directly to the Dean and leads the development and implementation of communications (both internally and externally) and marketing strategy to support institutional goals and objectives. They lead a team of communicators who work to enhance the college’s identity, support students and faculty, engage alumni, align strategic communications and support fundraising goals.

Job Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina

For further details and to apply, please visit https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/158131

Posting Number: PG191523EP

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (919) 515-3148. This number is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at workatncstate@ncsu.edu or (919) 515-2135.

Link for More Information and How to Apply:

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/158131

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JOB ALERT: Freelance Crisis PR Practitioner

Thank you to Sharon Delaney McCloud for reaching out with this opportunity!

Available Job Title:

Freelance Crisis PR Practitioner

Brief Job Description:

Urgent need for freelance PR pro to handle crisis issue in the Triangle region. Please contact me directly if interested in learning more about this opportunity.

Link for More Information and How to Apply:

sharondmccloud@gmail.com

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JOB ALERT: Philanthropy Manager – CTNC

Thank you to CTCN’s Mary Alice Holley for sharing this opportunity with us!

Available Job Title:

Philanthropy Manager, Conservation Trust for North Carolina

Brief Job Description:

The Philanthropy Manager position serves a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the Philanthropy Department toward achieving an annual goal of $1,000,000+ in contributed revenue. The Philanthropy Manager will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding donors to reach at least $75,000 raised annually toward the overall goal.

The Philanthropy team is responsible for meeting fundraising metrics and goals through effective and efficient management of CTNC’s donor stewardship and sustainer programs, constituent management, and prospect research. This position will serve in a public-facing role regularly interacting with prospects and donors through digital and in-person opportunities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for CTNC’s mission, vision, and goals as well as excitement to advance their career in philanthropy and donor stewardship. CTNC has set ambitious goals to grow the organization over the next two years. If the Philanthropy team is able to meet or exceed these goals, there is potential for this position to advance to an expanded philanthropy role with additional responsibilities.

This position may be seen as a pathway into the field of nonprofit fundraising and management. While candidates with philanthropy experience may exhibit the qualifications listed below at the outset, we are open to applicants who lack specific philanthropy experience but show the motivation and aptitude to learn and grow quickly into this role.

Link for More Information and How to Apply:

https://ctnc.org/job-philanthropy-manager/