NAMI Alaska’s mission is to end the stigma of mental illness through education, support programs, advocacy and public awareness to assist individuals, their families, friends, and community members whose lives are affected by a mental health condition.

NAMI Alaska is building a strategic plan, focusing on communications and marketing our signature programs and support groups statewide, and increasing general awareness of NAMI Alaska and our mental health supports and resources. Please visit our website to see our list of programs and support groups: www.namialaska.org.

NAMI Alaska seeks a Program Manager with a Communication/Marketing Focus to support this effort.

NAMI Alaska seeks an individual with the following:

• A desire to advocate for better lives for individuals affected by mental illness.

• Strong managerial, administrative, and time management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Well organized, with the ability to maintain balance among multiple competing priorities

• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and work under pressure

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage internal processes and protocols

• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Innovative and self-motivated with a keen interest in driving strategic messages to key constituencies

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a wide range of internal and external contacts with diverse backgrounds and cultures

• Ability to make timely decisions and demonstrate good judgment

• Ability to work with little direction and meet deadlines

• Ability to quickly respond to email requests and other communications

• Proficient with social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

• Familiarity with the website (WordPress) and e-newsletter (Network for Good) development

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Highly computer literate

• Knowledge of the behavioral health field is a plus

• Graphic design experience is a plus

• Nonprofit experience is a plus

• Behavioral health education/background is a plus

This position is full-time (up to 33 hours per week), pays $20-$25 per hour (DOE), and includes up to 15 days per year of paid time off based on accrued hours worked (plus 8 paid holidays). CANDIDATE MUST LIVE IN ALASKA. Work is remote (anywhere in Alaska with reliable Internet access) and hours are flexible.

Requirements:

• Candidate must live in Alaska.

• Candidate must have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 3-5 years of administrative (or similar) experience.

• Work outside of normal working hours (9:00 am-5:00 pm, Monday-Friday) may be required.

• Candidate must have a computer with a camera (for virtual meetings), phone, and reliable Internet access.

• Background checks may be reviewed.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the NAMI Alaska Executive Director.

• Communicate regularly with program leaders and participants, affiliates, and constituents about programs and support groups.

• Work with program leaders to increase our network of volunteers.

• Maintain high level of discretion to maintain confidentiality of sensitive materials and issues.

• Strive to build positive relationships across organizations that foster a collaborative work environment. Be professional in interactions with all levels of staff, the board of directors, and external relations.

• Create campaign materials and/or distribute existing campaign materials to create awareness of programs and support groups. Learn more about NAMI Alaska’s programs at https://namialaska.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/. See examples of types of campaign materials that may be shared or distributed at https://www.nami.org/about-mental-illness/mental-health-by-the-numbers/

• Create and post social media content and campaigns to promote NAMI programs and support groups. Track and report metrics about social media posts.

• Monitor and respond to questions and requests for information over social media. Assist in connecting individuals to the appropriate program or support group for their needs.

• Use newsletter template to create and distribute electronic newsletter. Create and write content for the newsletter as needed, with review and support provided by the NAMI Alaska Executive Director.

• NAMI Alaska has a few in-person events each year, which may include promotional book signings, conferences, or tables at behavioral health networking events. This position may be required to create communication/marketing materials to promote these events and to be on-site for the events to connect with program participants, enroll new volunteers, and provide support to the NAMI Alaska Executive Director.

NAMI Alaska maintains a drug-free environment. Please provide a letter of interest with your qualifications and work history. For more information, please direct your inquiries to: info@namialaska.org

NAMI Alaska, Inc.

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