Marketing and Communications

CESOSS is a non‑profit organization located in the South‑Valley. Our vision is to create sustainable, healthy, and thriving communities where traditions connected to land and water are protected, preserved, and passed onto future generations. Our mission is to develop sustainable community‑based and culturally centered events, programs, and initiatives to empower and preserve the traditions and science‑based practices of local and indigenous communities, related to land and water.Job descriptionCESOSS is looking for a qualified work‑study student who can assist in all aspects of Communications & Marketing, including material distribution, creating, editing, and publishing our newsletter, creating and disseminating event information, managing our database, and coordinating marketing events. Responsible for researching, writing, and editing stories for La Voz, writing press releases, as well as other projects as assigned.ResponsibilitiesGood communication skills to generate stories of interest to the community of the South ValleyResearching information for features and articlesVerifying information and interviewing sourcesWriting, editing, proofreading, and subbing textAttending relevant events, fairs, and conferencesCreating and maintaining a network of contactsMeeting and liaising with other staff including the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Advisors, and the coordinatorsStaying up‑to‑date with privacy, defamation, and contempt lawComplying with industry and ethical guidelinesMay work remotely.Must be willing to conduct interviews in person or via Zoom.Knowledge of social media outlets (Facebook, Instagram, and some knowledge of web systems)10–20 hours a weekQualificationsMust have excellent writing and editing skills, be creative, flexible, extremely detail‑oriented, and self‑directed. The applicant must have experience with editing software, Canva, and experience managing social media.Junior or SeniorJournalism, Marketing, English, or Media Studies student preferred.Must be work‑study qualifiedKey skills: detailed oriented, community‑oriented, excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, IT and social media skills, bilingual: English and SpanishMUST have a Work‑Study Award.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.#J-18808-Ljbffr