English Writer

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AIDA is an environmental nonprofit organization that uses the law to protect the environment, primarily in Latin America. We work in partnership with communities and local organizations to promote the transition to clean energy, protect human health, safeguard indigenous and traditional communities, and protect critical freshwater resources, fisheries and marine resources.  AIDA’s 25 team members are based throughout the Americas.

The English Writer supports AIDA’s Fundraising team and co-directors, and works closely with our communications, program and administrative teams.  The position can be part or full-time depending on the qualified candidate.  

We are looking for a self‐starter with excellent English writing skills and strong comprehension of written and spoken Spanish.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

General:

  • Assist the fundraising team in producing English-language communications with donors, and writing reports and proposals for foundations.
  • Edit and review varied documents and reports from AIDA’s programs.
  • Write or edit blogs, press releases, email appeals and other materials.
  • Write quarterly newsletter texts.
  • Support the communications team in the production of content for organizational campaigns and social media channels.
  • Generate story ideas based on regional news events, our casework, and advocacy goals.
  • Assist with the digital promotion and marketing of AIDA materials.
  • Assist with all aspects of document preparation, proofing, and formatting.
  • Assist with production and design of branding materials: Annual reports, Community updates, Cards, Invitations, etc.
  • Provide other writing support as needed to AIDA Co-Executive Directors and teams.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Excellent English writing and story-telling skills.
  • High-level comprehension of written and spoken Spanish.
  • Strong attention to detail, including proofreading and copy-editing.
  • Ability to work in teams and independently.
  • Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects with competing deadlines.
  • Professional, positive, and approachable attitude; ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of people; discretion and diplomacy a must.
  • Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds and orientations.
  • Solid knowledge of MS Office Suite.

 

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Native English speaker, bilingual preferred.
  • Relevant experience working with nonprofits or for environmental justice.
  • Experience writing multiple complex projects on tight deadlines.
  • Experience in fundraising, writing proposals and reports and developing campaigns.
  • Knowledge of / experience in Latin America.

 

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter and a short writing sample to: [email protected] with the subject line, “English Writer”.   We aim to make a hire by early October.  Pay is negotiable depending on experience and location.

If interested in a part-time position, please specify the hours to be worked and explain your other time commitments.  Please send only requested documents, and communicate via email.

 

AIDA maintains a policy of providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons and reaffirms its commitment that there shall be no discrimination against qualified applicants, employees or volunteers on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, sex, sexual orientation or veteran’s status.

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