Public Relations Specialist - Save the Manatee Club - Longwood, FL

Tonya Higgins

Position: Public Relations Specialist

Organization: Save the Manatee Club
Location: Longwood, FL 32779
Please note, remote work is not available for this position and remote inquiries will not be replied to due to time constraints. Hybrid work may be considered after a probationary period.
Salary: $35,000 – $45,000; negotiable

Summary:

Save the Manatee Club is seeking a dedicated and passionate Public Relations Specialist to join our mana-team. The PR Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to raise awareness about manatee conservation, promote our initiatives, and engage with the public and media. This role plays a crucial part in advancing our mission to protect and conserve manatees and their habitats. Potential for advancement to a leadership role may be offered after proven success.

Responsibilities:

As a valuable member of our team, your role will entail developing compelling content across various platforms, including press releases, articles, blog posts, and social media, all focused on promoting manatee conservation efforts. You'll have the opportunity to create visually engaging materials such as infographics and videos to bolster our PR endeavors. Public outreach will be a key responsibility, involving the organization and execution of events, educational workshops, and community engagement initiatives. As a representative of Save the Manatee Club, you'll play a vital role in attending public events, conferences, and meetings. Additionally, you'll host virtual presentations and webinars to expand outreach efforts. Cultivating relationships with key stakeholders, partner organizations, educational institutions, authors, celebrities, and other groups will be instrumental in amplifying the reach of our conservation efforts. During crisis situations, you'll develop and implement communication plans to address any potential issues or emergencies related to manatee conservation and handle communication with the media and the public. Your expertise in managing social media platforms, engaging with followers to promote manatee conservation awareness, and promptly responding to online discussions, comments, and questions will be highly valuable. Identifying collaboration opportunities with other environmental organizations, government agencies, educational institutions, celebrities, and businesses will be an essential aspect of your role. By cultivating partnerships and joint campaigns, you will enhance the impact of our conservation efforts. In addition to these responsibilities, maintaining accurate records of communications and relevant information will contribute to the smooth functioning of our operations.

Qualifications:

We're looking for a candidate with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, along with proven experience in public relations, media relations, or communications, preferably in the nonprofit or environmental sector. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in the realm of science and conservation public communications, are necessary. Strong interpersonal and networking abilities are also essential for this role. Knowledge of environmental conservation issues, particularly related to manatee protection, would be a great advantage. Familiarity with social media platforms and online communication tools, as well as comfort in learning new software is preferred. As part of our team, you'll need to be both independent and a collaborative team player. Most importantly, a genuine passion for wildlife conservation and a dedicated commitment to the mission of Save the Manatee Club are fundamental qualities we seek in our ideal candidate. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Send an email to work@savethemanatee.org with your resume and at least 2 work samples showcasing your skills. No phone calls, please.