Public Relations Associate

As a Public Relations Associate, you will be instrumental in promoting and supporting the mission and impact of Habitat for Humanity of Omaha. The Public Relations Associate will support and lead numerous critical communications efforts, including developing content that drives audience engagement, managing media relations, and developing and executing communication strategies. Your work connects Habitat Omaha with the communities it serves, its partners, and team members to ensure our message reaches those who can join us in supporting our efforts to increase affordable housing opportunities and make homeownership possible for first-time home buyers.

Requirements

• Assist in developing and executing public relations campaigns to build and enhance Habitat Omaha's brand awareness.
• Develop and produce press releases, newsletters, blog posts, and social media content to effectively communicate our mission and programs to key external and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and update media lists, pitching stories, and securing coverage in local and regional outlets.
• Assist in crafting compelling posts and engaging with the community.
• Coordinate and assist with public-facing events and media opportunities.
• Monitor and report on PR to measure success.
• Foster relationships with media representatives, influencers, and community leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on messaging and outreach.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in computer skills with experience in web-based marketing and communications tools, as well as software platforms such as survey tools, email distribution systems, Microsoft and Adobe suite products, Facebook Insights, and Google Analytics.
• A “can do” positive approach to problem-solving, executing tasks, and building relationships. 
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast – paced environment. 
• Strong conceptual thinking. 
• Develop and coordinate measurements and distribution platforms. 
• Ability to integrate public relations, advocacy, marketing, and social media into measurable campaigns.
• Visual arts and photography/videography skills are a plus. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field. 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in public relations, communications, or community relations. 
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, partners, local organizations, and the news media.
• Passion for community engagement, advocacy, and making a positive impact.

Equal Opportunity Policy

Habitat for Humanity of Omaha (Habitat Omaha) actively recruits, employs, trains, compensates employees regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetics or veteran status.  In addition to federal law requirements, Habitat Omaha complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including workplace harassment.

At Habitat Omaha, we have a clear vision to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and to do their best work.  Our vision is to see a world where everyone has a safe, affordable place to live, and we know our company runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.  Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion is clearly reflected in the work that we do externally in the community, as well as internally with our employment practices.