Association Communications Specialist

AH (Association Headquarters) provides Full-Service Management, project services, and consulting for over 70 different client partners. We help non-profit, member-based associations achieve their goals of growth, leadership, technology, and creating value. So, we become the trusted management partner for each of those clients and help them run the business aspects (and day-to-day operations) of their association.

As an Association Communications Specialist we are looking for an energetic and highly organized individual, with strong project and time management abilities, to service a variety of national non-profit organizations. The candidate will have strong communication skills, enjoy a fast-paced environment, problem solving and collaboration. This position reports to the Executive Director and includes social media management, digital marketing management, copywriting, event management, membership assistance and administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• Manage communications for the association, including e-blast notifications, social media, website updates, coordinate and manage webinars, andother marketing initiatives.
• Assist members with online navigation, profile updates, and membership renewals.
• Prepare and distribute a variety of reports.
• Support members with online and on-site registration, monitor registrations and submissions for all events.
• Assist with board meetings, workshops, and conferences for on-site and virtual platforms.
• Provide timely support and assistance to members and committees.
• Develop an understanding of the association's programs, projects and day-to-day functioning.
• Assist with marketing and communications to ensure all content is professional and remains updated.
• Monitor member care emails and respond to inquiries.
• Provide administrative assistance to the organization and Executive Director as needed.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, outstanding organizational, planning abilities
• Ability to work independently, a self-starter, independent thinker, detail-oriented
• Knowledge of social media platforms and demonstrated experience on how to maximize exposure
• Project and time management skills to juggle multiple projects that are deadline driven and time sensitive
• Skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, as well as experience working in an AMS or database system.
• Website management experience a plus
• Meeting planning experience, including: planning multiple events simultaneously; speaker recruitment; tradeshow coordination
• Ability to work with volunteers in a variety of event settings including, but not limited to, conferences, board meetings and golf outings which varyin size from 50 to 800 attendees
• Availability to travel.
  • AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED:3-4 weeks per year; some weekend work may be required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field a plus.
• 2-3 years of Event Coordination/Planning