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Web Communications Internship (Aug-Dec)
Reply to: avanpelt@oahhs.org
Date: 2008-07-24, 9:24PM

Division/Department: Communications
Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon
Job Title: Web Communications Intern
Reports to: Director of Communications (DOC)
Compensation: Hourly rate DOE and college credit if applicable
Schedule:
• August – December 2008
• 20 hours per week with potential for more
• Nights may be required as we approach the launch
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This is a temporary position that is responsible for working cooperatively with the
communications staff charged with launching a new web platform for www.oahhs.org.
This position will be part of an internal team that will strategically plan, build
and launch a new content management system and membership database that will benefit
the association’s membership. Specifically, the intern will be responsible for data
migration, loading content, testing the new system and working with the DOC to
create and establish an educational program/marketing campaign announcing the new
web-based technology for the membership.
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Experience in or knowledge of marketing, communications, public relations, or a
related field
• Experience with online content, communications, and appeals drive fundraising and
advocacy results
• Basic HTML and Web design skills. Familiarity with Web development tools such as
Microsoft FrontPage, Macromedia Dreamweaver
• Familiarity with member database administration
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Adobe Creative Suite Applications
(Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Project management experience including evaluation and achieving company goals
• Ability to drive decisions within the organization regarding online content and
communications
• An eye for good graphic design, attention to detail and creativity essential
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work with a positive attitude to achieve goals
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Coordinate internal team and prepare materials for weekly project management calls
with vendor
• Establish a process for migrating content from the old website to the new platform
this includes our membership database from Outlook
• Assist in training OAHHS staff on the new content management system
• Coordinate a strategy for testing the new database and website prior to the launch
in December 2008
• Be a liaison for OAHHS to member IT representatives in testing the e-mail function
of the new system
• Work with OAHHS directors to develop information and web postings
• Work with the DOC to design and implement a marketing program and educational
series (mailing and webinars) for the membership prior to the launch. Will include a
timeline, deliverables and all collateral needed to support a successful launch
• After the launch, work with OAHHS to identify changes needed and offer trouble
shooting support for the staff and membership
• Develop and track timelines, manage dependencies with other projects, and define
resources required
• Other duties as assigned by the DOC
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & PROCESS
• Junior/Senior Undergraduate or Graduate Student (preferred)
• Marketing, Business Administration, Journalism and/or Public Relations
• Proven experience in web communications and web-based marketing campaigns
(demonstration will be required)
• Abide by the OAHHS employee handbook and sign a confidentiality agreement form
o Send cover letter, resume and 3 reference to Andy Van Pelt via e-mail
avanpelt@oahhs.org by July 31, 2008
o Interviews will be conducted the following week with an anticipated start date of
mid-August.
o NO phone calls please.



* Location: Lake Oswego
* Compensation: hourly rate DOE and college credit if applicable
* This is at a non-profit organization.
* This is an internship job
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please, no phone calls about this job!
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial
interests.
Original URL: http://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/web/769066727.html

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