- Raise awareness for organ and donation through community events, campaigns, and presentations to increase the donor registry.
- Develop strong community and corporate partnerships to further our mission.
- Engage partners through social media, webinars, podcasts, and other platforms.
- Coordinate opportunities and events for Donate Life Ambassadors (our volunteer base) to encourage the community to help save lives.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Three plus years prior experience in community outreach, event planning, public speaking, communication, management, and/or marketing.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
- Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
- Demonstrated writing and public speaking abilities.
- Strong organizational skills.
- The ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.
- Up to 176 hours (22, 8-hour days) of PTO your first year
- Up to 72 hours (9, 8-hour days) of Sick Time your first year
- Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 403(b) plan with matching contribution
- Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- Wellness Program
- Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
- Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
- Cell phone discounts through Verizon
External Affairs Coordinator - Nashville, United States - DCI Donor Services
Description
Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives Our mission at TDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work We want people to join our team in the role of External Affairs Coordinator with expertise in community outreach, marketing, and public relations. This position will serve as part of a team of passionate and driven individuals responsible to increase awareness for donation. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written formats are a must. Local travel will be required.
COMPANY OVERVIEW AND MISSION
Tennessee Donor Services is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of Tennessee and is a member of the DCI Donor Services family.
For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.
DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations: New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank.
Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donors gift and share the importance of the gift of life.
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. With the help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.
Key responsibilities this position will perform include:
You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful submission of your application. The next step of the selection process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within 5 days from submission of your application to be considered for the position.
DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer M/F/Vet/Disability.