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Position Announcement - Director of Fraternity Advancement

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The North-American Interfraternity Conference invites candidates to submit an application for the Director of Fraternity Advancement Position.  The director’s position will concentrate on advancing the growth of the fraternity movement through project based initiatives.  This dynamic position will have significant interaction with the rest of the NIC professional staff position. The Director of Fraternity Advancement will be based at the NIC headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. 

Position Announcement - Director of Fraternity Advancement

The North-American Interfraternity Conference invites candidates to submit an application for the Director of Fraternity Advancement Position.  The director's position will concentrate on advancing the growth of the fraternity movement through project based initiatives.   This dynamic position will have significant interaction with the rest of the NIC professional staff position. The Director of Fraternity Advancement will be based at the NIC headquarters in Indianapolis, IN.  The expectations of the director include;

• Engagement and education of community stakeholders regarding NIC Standards, protocols, and resources to advance the effectiveness and success of NIC member fraternities.

• Coordination of the annual IFC Academy - A national program focused on enhancing effectiveness of campus interfraternity councils.

• Management of the NIC Recognition Programs - promotion and logistical support for the NIC Gold Medal, Silver Medal, Laurel Wreath Award, and NIC Awards of Distinction,

• Work with the NIC Director of Public Policy to collect NIC Standards compliance certification data. 

• Resource development and support for interfraternity council's including webinars, IFC document review, daily interaction and problem-solving, local, regional, and national programs, among other IFC focused assignments.

• Management  of the social and digital media efforts of the NIC including media monitoring, facebook, twitter, youtube, flicker, and additional web-based initiatives.    Leveraging these same tools to advance the NIC message and brand.

Qualifications-

• A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, masters preferred.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Understanding of a wide variety of today's social media and its effective use required.
• The ability to facilitate educational programs is highly valued. The director will have the opportunity to facilitate number of programs for the NIC such as UIFI, Futures Quest, IMPACT, and other specialized programs.

• Fraternity/Sorority membership is not required, however a commitment to the ideals and purpose of fraternities is expected.

• Willingness to travel (including weekends)

Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes employer-paid health insurance and a very competitive benefits package.  Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  Candidates should submit a letter of application (specifically detailing interest in working at the NIC), current resume, salary requirements and names and contact information for at least three professional references.  Start date is as soon as possible, but no later than June 15, 2011.

For full consideration, please have materials submitted by May 11. Position remains open until filled.

Submit information to: 

Pete Smithhisler, President & CEO
North-American Interfraternity Conference
3901 West 86^th Street Suite 390
Indianapolis IN 46268
317.872.1112
317.872.1134 Fax
pete@nicindy.org

Position Announcement - Director of Public Policy

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The North-American Interfraternity Conference invites candidates to submit an application for the Director of Public Policy position.  This position will concentrate on enhancing the environment in which fraternities operate by guiding campus advocacy efforts for the NIC.  The Director of Public Policy will be a senior level position, based at the NIC headquarters in Indianapolis, IN. 

Position Announcement - NIC Director of Public Policy

The North-American Interfraternity Conference invites candidates to submit an application for the Director of Public Policy position.  This position will concentrate on enhancing the environment in which fraternities operate by guiding campus advocacy efforts for the NIC.  The Director of Public Policy will be a senior level position, based at the NIC headquarters in Indianapolis, IN.  The expectations of the director include;

• Direct and manage policy related to key Freedom of Association issues such as relationship statements/agreements, restrictive recruitment and expansion policies, and related indemnification requirements.

• Mange the NIC document review process which includes; daily monitoring of campus policies related to fraternity, college/university board of trustee level interaction on issues of fraternity growth and advancement, collaboration with industry partners to coordinate response to campus policy issues.

• Serve as a liaison between member fraternities and campus partners to ensure that decisions are reached that are in the best interest of the growth and advancement of the fraternal movement.

• Communicate with a wide variety of audiences including elected officials, government agencies, organizations, and industry to convey policy positions to develop effective coalitions

• Coordinate a national advocacy strategy to effectively monitor and alert industry stakeholders about campus or government issues related to freedom of association, restrictive policies, and violations of NIC Standards.

• Build and steward positive relationships with NIC stakeholders, partners, and constituencies while advocating for full implementation of NIC Standards and the growth of the fraternity movement.

• Lead the NIC Standards certification process for member fraternities which includes collection and analysis of member data.  The director will utilize this data to provide industry trend analysis and benchmarking information to member fraternities.

Qualifications-

• A graduate level degree in public policy, law, nonprofit management, communication, higher education, or a related field.
• Excellent written and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to work productively with diverse organizations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks;
• Proven ability to independently while maintaining strong connections with a dynamic professional team.
• Four years of advocacy experience and a proven track record of success leading education and/or advocacy campaigns on a national level is desired.
• Willingness to travel (including weekends)

Compensation -

Salary range is $50-70,000 and is commensurate with experience.
Benefits include employer-paid health insurance and an excellent retirement package

Review of candidates will begin on May 27,2011.  Candidates should submit a letter of application that details interest in this position, a current resume, salary history, and names and contact information for at least three professional references.

The start date for this position will be July 1, 2011

Submit information to: 
Pete Smithhisler, President & CEO
North-American Interfraternity Conference
3901 West 86^th Street Suite 390
Indianapolis IN 46268
317.872.1112
317.872.1134 Fax
pete@nicindy.org

Social Media Strategies for Fraternities

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Join us for this educational webinar that will give you answers and ideas to many questions that exist about social media and how it can be used for organizations - and particularly fraternities. Andy Huston, Director of Member Services, will be the presenter.

Fraternities need to create mission-focused and goal-oriented messages that are consistent and engaging. This 90-minute webinar is free of charge to Interchange members and HQ staff of our member fraternities. If you are not an Interchange or NIC Member HQ staff member, the webinar is just $35. We will be discussing social media strategies, including a brief overview of social media tools, as well as a focus on how organizations can use these enhancements to advance organizational goals. 

- How can you create a content hub?
- What kind of status updates work best?
- What should we be posting about?
- How do I use Youtube to advocate for my fraternity?
- How does Flickr play a role in social media?
- How can fraternities grow their fanbase with social media?
- How can I be intentional in marketing something for my organization in just 140 characters or less?
- How can fraternities use social media to help recruitment?
- How do I get members to see the value in following headquarters' Twitter, Facebook, and Youtube accounts?
- How does my organization's social media effort affect my personal social media practice?
- Can we use the fraternity/IFC social media to get our stories in the news?
- Do I need permission from my organization's headquarters to blog about my fraternity?
- How do I educate my fraternity brothers on how to use Facebook & Twitter appropriately?
- How do I appropriately respond when people say negative things about fraternities online?
- Are you able to measure the results of your social media presence?

Are you asking yourself these questions? Is your chapter or council? Then you need to register for this webinar.

After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.

Space is limited. Reserve your Webinar seat now:

1. Are You An Interchange Member? If yes, go to #3 (Not sure? Visit www.nicindy.org/listofinterchangemembers)

2. Non-Interchange Members and Non-Member Fraternity HQs submit payment (https://nicindy.wufoo.com/forms/nic-webinarpayment-page) 

3. Register for the webinar: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/284680032