IPWS is currently looking for new Board Members to join our team of ambitious, dedicated women!
Are you experienced in Marketing and Communications and do you have a passion for building and supporting a community of professional women? Perhaps you’ve been a Mentor on our Mentor Walks program, or attended a few of our monthly Thought Activators and are keen to give back to the community?
Please see below for further details on the current Board opening and don’t hesitate to submit an application to the IPWS Board at president@ipwsconnect.com by September 16, 2022.
About the IPWS Marketing & Communications team
As a member of the Marketing & Communications team, you will help promote IPWS in our community and beyond! The team is responsible for shaping the positive image and branding of IPWS, and making sure that IPWS is consistently seen and heard by the right audience. And what is even more exciting, you will be a part of IPWS 30th Anniversary!
Marketing & Communications Director role description
As the Marketing & Communications Director, you will:
✔ Lead a small team of Marketing and Communications Managers to drive the 2022-2023 IPWS Marketing agenda.
✔ Research market to identify new opportunities and generate innovative ideas to promote the IPWS brand.
✔ Design and implement marketing strategies aligned with IPWS short/long term objectives.
✔ Communicate with the IPWS community about events and other news.
✔ Manage and update branding on the ipwsconnect.com website, social media platforms and event publishing platforms.
✔ Define content strategy and work with Marketing and Communications managers to ensure consistent presence for IPWS on selected channels; WeChat subscription account, website, email newsletter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook.
✔ Liaise with partners, vendors and other organizations (including working with sponsors, partners, web developers, graphic designers etc.).
✔ Be responsible for outreach and collaboration with local publications and media.
Additionally, as an IPWS Board Member you will:
✔ Attend monthly Board Meetings (one evening per month).
✔ Collaborate in developing IPWS event programming throughout the year, including but not limited to facilitating the annual Women Leadership Awards and the IPWS Summit.
✔ Attend IPWS events and represent IPWS to the best of your ability.
✔ Take the lead with other Board Members in organizing one IPWS event per quarter.
✔ Work towards achieving the mission and vision of IPWS.
Who you are
For this volunteer IPWS Board position, we are looking for a proactive and positive women in the Shanghai community who have the following skills. And of course, you MUST be enthusiastic in translating the IPWS mission and values to inspire our community here and around the world.
✔ 5+ years of experience in marketing and communications.
✔ Experience in leadership and community engagement.
✔ Experience in researching market needs and in adjusting strategy and plan based on changing needs.
✔ Experience in defining content strategy and possess a great understanding of social media and the digital marketing landscape.
✔ Have strong communications and native-level English language skills.
✔ You have an excellent eye for detail.
✔ You are proactive, positive, and are not afraid to take action and work hands-on.
✔ Skills in graphic design, photography or any related field is a big plus!
How to apply
If you’re interested in becoming the next IPWS Marketing & Communications Director, submit an application to the IPWS Board at president@ipwsconnect.com by September 16, 2022.
In your application, please briefly explain your involvement with IPWS, as well as your interest and expertise as it relates to the Board position. We request that you also submit your most recent CV. Following the submission deadline, the current Board of Directors will review all applications for the open positions and meet with final candidates.
We look forward to working with you in the 2022-2023 season!
About IPWS
IPWS (International Professional Women’s Society) is a volunteer-run platform for dynamic women with diverse professional backgrounds to connect. Through our community and events, we build networks, foster personal growth, and develop professionally. We warmly welcome all professional levels, all nationalities and all genders as members to our organization and participants to our events. The organization is fully run by a volunteer Board of Directors, Board Advisors, Committee Members, Interns and Volunteers.
