District Public Relations Manager
The Public Relations Manager coordinates the district’s publicity, keeping members informed and raising public awareness of the personal development Toastmasters offers. The role serves under the direction of the District Director and promotes the proper use of the Toastmasters brand across the district.
Responsibilities
- Create and carry out a public relations plan that raises public awareness of what Toastmasters offers for personal development
- Develop and run a communication plan that keeps members aware of Toastmasters activities across the district
- Write and distribute press releases and promotional materials
- Create public relations activities that attract media attention
- Promote district conferences and leadership training
- Recognize member achievements publicly
- Help clubs promote Toastmasters to members and the public
- Promote and ensure the proper use of the Toastmasters brand across the district
- Attend district executive committee and district council meetings
What you’ll gain
- Build skills in public relations and media strategy, copywriting, social media, brand management and campaign development
- A complete term, 1 July to 30 June, counts as the district officer requirement for the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) award
- The role is unpaid; expenses incurred for the district are reimbursed to the extent the adopted district budget provides
Who we’re looking for
- An active member of a club in good standing in the district
- You may be re-elected or re-appointed for one more term in a row; the limit applies in every district
- Helpful: writing, editing and collaboration skills
How this role is filled
Appointed by the District Director, as the district council has decided. The district executive committee and the district council approve the appointment by 30 September.
- Term
- One year, 1 July to 30 June