Open Positions

1. Volunteer Communications Director

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The Milford Education Foundation needs a communications director to support the communications activities of the Milford Education Foundation overall and all programs under its management.

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Responsibilities

• Develop the communications plan for the Milford Education Foundation “brand” – and oversee the executional elements

• Develop the communications “template” for all MEF sponsored events/programs and oversee implementation

• Establish positive/ongoing relationships with local media

• Establish proactive media relations strategy

• Prep Board members for public engagements/appearances

• prepare talking points/presentations

• Work with digital and social media manager to develop relevant content/stories for newsletter and related items

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Skills/Experience/Aptitude

Ideally 3-5 years of relevant applicable experience in a company, PR agency, or media firm (a novice also OK with right attitude/potential – can work with board members with relevant experience)

strong interest in education, child development, social good…

passionate, dedicated, resilient

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Time Allocation

5 -10 hours per week

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If you fit the above description, then we would like to speak to you! If interested, please send your resume or brief synopsis or even your LinkedIn link to president@milfordedfoundation.org – If it looks like there is a match we’ll shoot out the job overview and schedule a discussion. This is a great opportunity that will put you in touch with key educators and community leaders in the wonderful city of Milford, CT — look forward to hearing from you!