JOB DESCRIPTION: 
PR and Marketing/ Communications Consultant's responsibilities include planning, development and implementation of the Cafesjian Center for the Arts' public relations activities, marketing strategies and communications both on national and international levels. The incumbent will be responsible also for the development and implementation of support materials and services in the area of public relations, communications and marketing. He/ she will direct all public relations, communications and marketing activities and coordinate at the strategic and tactical levels with various departments of the Cafesjian Center for the Arts (hereby CCA).
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Public Relations, Marketing, Communications:
- Responsible for creating, implementing and measuring the success of:
a) Comprehensive marketing, communications and public relations program that will enhance CCA's image and position locally and internationally, especially for its 10th anniversary;
b) All CCA marketing, communications and public relations activities and materials;
- Ensure articulation of CCA's desired image and position, assure communication of image and position to all constituencies, both on national and international levels;
- Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all CCA publications and marketing materials;
- Coordinate and stimulate local and international media interest in the CCA's activities, ensure regular contact with target media and appropriate response to media requests;
- Coordinate the appearance of all CCA print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc.;
- Develop, coordinate and oversee specific PR and marketing initiatives to assist CCA's departments in marketing, communications and positioning of their activates and events;
- Provide counsel to departments on marketing, communications and public relations;
- Lead projects as assigned, such as cause-related marketing and special events.
Planning and Budgeting:
- Responsible for the achievement of public relations/ communications/ marketing mission, goals and objectives while maintaining the assigned budget;
- Develop short-term and long-term plans and actions for the public relations/ communications/ marketing program, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate performance;
- Recommend short-term and long-term PR and marketing goals and objectives to the Executive Director and the Board of Trustees;
- Develop, implement and monitor systems and procedures necessary for the smooth operation of the public relations/ communications/ marketing function.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 
- Higher education; degree in Journalism, Marketing or Public Relations is preferred;
- At least 5 years of experience in public relations, communications and marketing with demonstrated success, preferably in the not-for-profit sector;
- Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of public relations, communications and marketing activities;
- Strong creative, strategic, analytical, organizational and personal sales skills;
- Demonstrated successful experience writing press releases, organizing press conferences and negotiating with media;
- Experience overseeing the design and production of print materials and publications;
- Computer literacy in word processing;
- Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross-functional teams;
- Strong oral and written communications skills;
- Excellent knowledge of Armenian, English and Russian Languages;
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 
To apply for this position, please submit the following:
- A cover letter that addresses with specificity the applicant's professional experience that makes the applicant best suited for the position;
- An organizational portfolio, CV or resume that lists the applicant's educational background and provides a detailed summary of the applicant's professional experience and relevant qualifications for the job for which he/ she is applying.
The above information should be sent to: **@***.** mentioning your email address and the title of the position ("PR and Marketing/ Communications Consultant") in the subject line of the email. Please refrain from personal visits or phone calls. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview.
Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.
REMUNERATION/ SALARY: 
Competitive, commensurate with experience
OPEN TO/ ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 
Freelancer individuals as well as PR and marketing companies with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.