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Veteran Recruitment & Communications Officer

North-South Institute
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As the Veteran Recruitment & Communications Officer for NSI, you will connect US military veterans who are interested in starting a business in agriculture or allied services to the training and assistance provided.  You will become familiar with NSI’s AgVet Program to find the best match among potential applicants.  In this role, you will write all public communications promoting NSI Programs and related events.  Applicants must have a strong attention to detail, and have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.  This is an Independent Contractor position, where hired applicant will receive a 1099.

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Advertising, or related field.
-       US Military Veteran applicants are preferred.
-       Applicants with technical writing and social media experience are preferred.
-       Bilingual applicants speaking English and Spanish are a plus
-       Ability to work well independently and with a team, demonstrating good judgement
-       Applicants must be familiar with and comfortable using online meeting platforms, such as Zoom.

Responsibilities:
o  Liaison with Military/Department of Defense (DOD) and Veteran Organizations in Florida
o  Promote the AgVet Program and conduct small group presentations
o  Make the initial contact with potential program candidates
o  Provide follow-up support as Veteran participants progress through the program
o  Draft correspondences and reports as needed for NSI Program deliverables
o  Promote the NSI Programs through social media and e-newsletters
o  Manage assigned social media channels, planning and creating weekly content
o  Develop, execute, and report the digital marketing campaign results completed through social media, email, and other digital platforms
o  Work with the team to complete program reports
o  Preparation and Publishing (Reports, Fact Sheets, Technical Articles)
o  Develop & oversee press releases
o  Develop & oversee Digital and Analog Marketing & Branding
o  Website Management
o  Liaison for Business Partnerships with Local, State, and Federal Government
o  Grant Writing
o  Business Development/Recruitment
o  Plan & Coordinate Signature Events

Required Skills:
o  Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Zoom, and other current social media platforms
o  Excellent spelling and grammar skills

Interviews, training, and work is done by phone or online as needed.
This position will require working a few days per week in the office, where masks and other safety protocols are implemented.
Completion of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.