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Subject: Jobs at the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Job opportunities! The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy (AlBC) is
looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team. If
you're
interested
in any of the following positions please send cover letter and resume
to:
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
PO Box 477
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Or email:
[email protected]
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
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MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
The Marketing and Communications Director will research, plan, develop,
and
implement a marketing and communications strategy that will increase and
sustain public awareness and encourage support of the organization.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Computer
proficiency and ability to travel is a must.
Duties:
Work with the Development Director and program managers to research and
identify marketing and communication needs and opportunities, and
develop,
manage, and implement marketing and communication strategies in order to
communicate the mission of ALBC and add value to conservation and
fundraising efforts.
Work with and persuasively convey the mission of ALBC to a wide range of
people - program leadership, members, donors, board members, partners,
and
the public - in order to develop, negotiate, and/or implement programs
and
projects to spread the word about ALBC and it's work.
Increase staff and board knowledge and understanding of marketing by
educating staff and ALBC members on the role and importance of
marketing.
Assume responsibility for managing and directing outside design
consultants,
printing and distribution companies, exhibitions and trade show vendors,
copywriters, and video/production companies.
Create and edit promotional material including press releases, email
alerts,
and feature stories.
Assume overall responsibility for the production and publication of the
newsletter, breeders directory, and other ALBC publications.
Assume overall responsibility for the quality and content of the ALBC
website.
Qualifications:
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree with an emphasis in marketing, communications, public
relations, journalism, or business equivalent
-Strong research, creative writing, editing, communication, and
organizational skills
-Strong leadership and influencing skills
-Proficiency with MS office and computer design programs (Adobe,
Illustrator, etc)
-Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Competitive salary based on experience.
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DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The Development Director will work with the Executive Director and Board
of
Directors to plan and manage fund-raising campaigns and activities,
identify
and cultivate relationships with current and potential donors to raise
operational, endowment and capital funds. Successful fundraising and
grant
writing experience a must as well as excellent writing, research, and
communication skills. Computer proficiency required.
Duties:
Cultivate and maintain close contacts with past and potential donors;
develops and manage donor programs.
Produce solicitation materials and train volunteer solicitors for
fund-raising campaigns.
Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to
support
Board member as they take on a more active fundraising role.
Track, analyze and report on fundraising activities and results
Handle acceptance and acknowledgement of in-kind donations.
Maintain regular communication with donors.
Conduct occasional workshop training in the area of fundraising.
Qualifications
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree, three or more years experience in non-profit
development/fundraising.
-Proficiency with MS office
-Strong writing, communication and organizational skills
-Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
-Computer proficiency required
Competitive salary based on experience.
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RESEARCH AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMS MANAGER
This person will work with the Research and Technical Program Director
and
staff to research, plan, develop and implement breed conservation
programs.
Experience working with and knowledge of livestock and poultry husbandry
or
breeding required along with excellent writing, research, and
communication
skills. Computer proficiency and ability to travel is a must.
Duties
Implement specific conservation activities based on identified
priorities
Write technical reports, articles, and other publications in support of
ALBC
's conservation efforts
Provide technical support for the development and implementation of
ALBC's
programs and annual meetings
Research breeds in various areas of study such as DNA analysis,
population
dynamics, and husbandry systems
Network with the ALBC Technical Advisory Council, breeders, breed
associations, conservation organizations, and other groups
Present substantive material at workshops and conferences locally and
nationally
Provide phone and email support for technical questions regarding
livestock,
poultry, and breed conservation
Qualifications
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree required preferred; three or more years of hands-on
experience with livestock and/or poultry husbandry required
-Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web browsing, and
email
skills required
-Strong command of the English language; proficiency in writing and
public
speaking
-Good organizational skills
-Good library research skills
-Critical thinking, creative problem solving, and diplomacy skills
required
-Ability to work in the field and in the office both independently and
as
part of a team
-Familiarity with population management strategies and software a plus
-Familiarity with sustainable farming systems
Competitive salary based on experience.
Angelique Thompson
Office Manager
American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
PO Box 477, Pittsboro, NC 27312
www.albc-usa.org
Job opportunities! The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy (AlBC) is
looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team. If
you're
interested
in any of the following positions please send cover letter and resume
to:
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
PO Box 477
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Or email:
[email protected]
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!
************************************************************************
****
***********
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
The Marketing and Communications Director will research, plan, develop,
and
implement a marketing and communications strategy that will increase and
sustain public awareness and encourage support of the organization.
Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Computer
proficiency and ability to travel is a must.
Duties:
Work with the Development Director and program managers to research and
identify marketing and communication needs and opportunities, and
develop,
manage, and implement marketing and communication strategies in order to
communicate the mission of ALBC and add value to conservation and
fundraising efforts.
Work with and persuasively convey the mission of ALBC to a wide range of
people - program leadership, members, donors, board members, partners,
and
the public - in order to develop, negotiate, and/or implement programs
and
projects to spread the word about ALBC and it's work.
Increase staff and board knowledge and understanding of marketing by
educating staff and ALBC members on the role and importance of
marketing.
Assume responsibility for managing and directing outside design
consultants,
printing and distribution companies, exhibitions and trade show vendors,
copywriters, and video/production companies.
Create and edit promotional material including press releases, email
alerts,
and feature stories.
Assume overall responsibility for the production and publication of the
newsletter, breeders directory, and other ALBC publications.
Assume overall responsibility for the quality and content of the ALBC
website.
Qualifications:
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree with an emphasis in marketing, communications, public
relations, journalism, or business equivalent
-Strong research, creative writing, editing, communication, and
organizational skills
-Strong leadership and influencing skills
-Proficiency with MS office and computer design programs (Adobe,
Illustrator, etc)
-Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Competitive salary based on experience.
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****
********************************
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The Development Director will work with the Executive Director and Board
of
Directors to plan and manage fund-raising campaigns and activities,
identify
and cultivate relationships with current and potential donors to raise
operational, endowment and capital funds. Successful fundraising and
grant
writing experience a must as well as excellent writing, research, and
communication skills. Computer proficiency required.
Duties:
Cultivate and maintain close contacts with past and potential donors;
develops and manage donor programs.
Produce solicitation materials and train volunteer solicitors for
fund-raising campaigns.
Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to
support
Board member as they take on a more active fundraising role.
Track, analyze and report on fundraising activities and results
Handle acceptance and acknowledgement of in-kind donations.
Maintain regular communication with donors.
Conduct occasional workshop training in the area of fundraising.
Qualifications
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree, three or more years experience in non-profit
development/fundraising.
-Proficiency with MS office
-Strong writing, communication and organizational skills
-Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
-Computer proficiency required
Competitive salary based on experience.
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****
*******************************
RESEARCH AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMS MANAGER
This person will work with the Research and Technical Program Director
and
staff to research, plan, develop and implement breed conservation
programs.
Experience working with and knowledge of livestock and poultry husbandry
or
breeding required along with excellent writing, research, and
communication
skills. Computer proficiency and ability to travel is a must.
Duties
Implement specific conservation activities based on identified
priorities
Write technical reports, articles, and other publications in support of
ALBC
's conservation efforts
Provide technical support for the development and implementation of
ALBC's
programs and annual meetings
Research breeds in various areas of study such as DNA analysis,
population
dynamics, and husbandry systems
Network with the ALBC Technical Advisory Council, breeders, breed
associations, conservation organizations, and other groups
Present substantive material at workshops and conferences locally and
nationally
Provide phone and email support for technical questions regarding
livestock,
poultry, and breed conservation
Qualifications
-Commitment to the mission and values of The American Livestock Breeds
Conservancy
-Four-year degree required preferred; three or more years of hands-on
experience with livestock and/or poultry husbandry required
-Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, web browsing, and
skills required
-Strong command of the English language; proficiency in writing and
public
speaking
-Good organizational skills
-Good library research skills
-Critical thinking, creative problem solving, and diplomacy skills
required
-Ability to work in the field and in the office both independently and
as
part of a team
-Familiarity with population management strategies and software a plus
-Familiarity with sustainable farming systems
Competitive salary based on experience.
Angelique Thompson
Office Manager
American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
PO Box 477, Pittsboro, NC 27312
www.albc-usa.org
