Employment Opportunities

Communications Manager

The Buffalo Niagara Partnership, whose mission is to organize and undertake actions to expand private sector jobs and stimulate investments in the Buffalo Niagara region, has an opening for a Communications Manager. 

In this position, the ideal candidate will be responsible for achieving the Partnership's strategic objectives through implementation of a comprehensive communications, public relations and media outreach plan. They must also be experienced with developing and implementing a multi-faceted, proactive communications plan, intended to raise the profile of this organization. The ideal candidate has already been engaged in advocacy-related communications work and is familiar with the public policy issues impacting the region's business climate. Experience in working with the media is required.

Responsibilities include the following: manage all aspects of the Partnership's website and redesign, design, development and production of Annual Membership Directory, quarterly newsletters, and other print collateral. Must also be able to manage the speakers' bureau.

The Communications Manager must be a team player who is able to digest information, analyze it and effectively explain it to others. The incumbent is an effective communicator who writes and speaks persuasively and has excellent writing and project management skills. A bachelor's degree preferably in communications or public relations, plus 4 years minimum experience in communications, public/media relations or strategic communications.  Please forward cover letter along with resume and salary requirements.

No phone calls please. EOE

FT/PT/FLEX TIME ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Sell the future of the region through membership sales at the Buffalo Niagara Partnership. Full time and part time positions for individuals with strong sales backgrounds who are passionate about Buffalo Niagara and need some flexibility in their lives. Good for a second job or a return to work situation.  This is a commission based position.  Please forward cover letter along with resume.

No phone calls please.  EOE

Interns

The Buffalo Niagara Partnership, whose mission is to organize and undertake actions to expand private sector jobs and stimulate investments in the Buffalo Niagara region, currently has available several internship opportunities for summer/fall. Those majoring in marketing, human resources, political science, business/economic development, information technology or a field related to business development are encouraged to apply.

These positions require individuals to be detail-oriented, well-organized and able to meet deadlines. We are looking for candidates who are seeking an opportunity to learn the intricacies of economic development, public policy, business development, regional planning and marketing as it relates to this specific industry, as well as the IT and Human Resource areas. The position will be during regular office hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The number of hours and days are flexible and can be adjusted depending on project needs.

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