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Description
At Enterprise, we create opportunity for low- and moderate-income people through fit, affordable housing and diverse, thriving communities. Central to our mission is Enterprise's fundamental commitment to give people living in poverty an opportunity to move up and out. Our award-winning Green Communities initiative reflects a targeted focus on expanding the health, economic and environmental benefits of sustainable development.
Position Overview:
The Program Officer will provide support to the Green Communities initiative with a focus on social media, website development and regular communications, writing and outreach to green affordable housing developers and program partners.
The position is based in Columbia, MD and reports to the Director, Green Communities. (Consideration will also be given for applicants based in Enterprise Impact Markets.)
Responsibilities:
- Provide support to Green Communities developers with specific responsibilities for developing and posting content to the Green Communities website, list serves, and all social media networks.
- Coordinate external communications with program partners, housing professionals, technical assistance providers, municipalities and state governments working on green building strategies.
- Research emerging trends in green affordable housing and provide written analysis of new programs, policies and green development tools for staff, housing professionals and relevant external partners
- Coordinate creation and distribution of monthly Green Communities newsletter.
- Draft and publish online case studies of Green Communities projects.
- Provide support to deliver and participate in forums on topics related to green affordable housing.
- Provide regular communication to Enterprise Impact Markets and Departments on training, technical assistance, and financial products.
- Support project groundbreakings and openings.
- Assist with resource development.
- Perform other duties/projects as assigned.
- Able to travel out of town several times per year to attend meetings, events and conferences.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Political Science, Communications, Urban Planning or a related field.
- 3-5+ years experience in housing and community development.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Strong computer skills, thorough knowledge of MS Word, Excel, HTML, and Outlook.
- Experience using social media platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate complex activities, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines.
- Must be highly motivated, be able to work independently, solve problems and possess strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work as an effective, collaborative team member across Enterprise Departments and Impact Markets.
To Apply:
To apply, please visit our careers website to complete an online application and profile.