Director of Editorial Content  
 

                       Title:   Director of Editorial Content 

       Staff Manager: Director of Publications  

     Position Status: Volunteer, two-year appointment    

Position Summary: The director of editorial content is responsible for writing feature articles and assisting with editing the Sigma Kappa Triangle. They work with the Sigma Kappa Triangle editorial coordinator for story assignments.  

Qualifications    

• Initiated member of Sigma Kappa Sorority   

• Experience with writing and editing   

• Ability to view work from a DEIA perspective to ensure the organization continues to be inclusive, equitable and accessible in their communications   

• Strong written and oral communication skills, customer service skills, organizational and delegation skills, time and project management, attention to detail, and interpersonal/relationship building skills  

Responsibilities:   

• Prepares, researches and writes at least one feature article per issue based on communication with director of publications (DP) 

• Adheres to the organization’s branding by following the written and visual style guides   

• Works with DP to verify accurate sources and facts   

• May receive calls/letters regarding article ideas for the Sigma Kappa Triangle. Acknowledges all submissions, and shares with DP 

• Assists in the long-range planning of feature articles   

• Serves as first-round editor in magazine editing process   

• Attends monthly communication team and quarterly editing team calls   

• If attending convention, compiles interviews, photos, quotes, or any other requests in collaboration with DP   

Expectations   

• Consistently demonstrates through words, actions and interactions, alignment with the Sorority’s values, strategic direction and commitment to diversity, equity access and inclusion, focusing on the success of the organization   

• Exhibits a positive, problem-solving mindset and a spirit of teamwork and cooperation    

• Maintains and develops materials and procedure files as appropriate to the position   

• Maintains high professional and personal standards   

• Promotes the ongoing development of a service rapport with collegiate chapters, local and national volunteers, headquarters staff and all members of the Sorority   

• Maintains positive public relations within the Sorority, among all Sorority entities, in contact with other NPC, NPHC, MGC and NIC groups, university officials, vendors and others   

• Follows national policies and procedures and abides by the local house/suite rules of each chapter during visits   

• Promotes a sense of national pride in Sigma Kappa  

• Attends national convention (even years) and participates in other training(s) offered to national volunteers. Failure to complete required onboarding and training could result in the withholding of a convention allowance or potential removal from position    

• Required attendance at the Summit for Volunteers (annually)  

• Per the National Policy Handbook (NPH), all national officers shall pay alumnae dues either to a local alumnae chapter or directly to national headquarters All national officers are encouraged to make an annual financial contribution and/or planned gift to the Sigma Kappa Foundation, per the National Policy Handbook   

• Perform other duties as may be prescribed by the director of publications of Sigma Kappa Sorority   

• Foster an environment where members are welcomed, valued for who they are, and everyone is treated with respect 

Technical/Computer Skills:   

• Ability to effectively use email and Microsoft Office software programs, including a strong understanding of Microsoft Teams and Zoom  

• Ability and willingness to effectively use other position-related technology tools    

Travel Requirements:    

• 3-4 days annually, 10% weekdays, 90% weekends   

• National convention: four days in even years, with travel (responsible for paying convention registration fee)   

Optional Travel:    

• Summit for Collegiate Leadership: three days annually, including travel (if selected as a facilitator, via the application process)   

Time Commitment:   

• 10-15 hours per quarter   

• Participate in quarterly volunteer director calls (one-two hours) and other calls as needed   

• Participate in regular calls with supervisor and/or national headquarters staff   

• Participate in regular calls with volunteer team  

Volunteer Environment:    

• This position requires working independently as well as part of a team 

• This position requires frequent verbal and face-to-face contact with others. Frequent use of a computer, general office equipment, and/or personal device (e.g., cell phone, tablet) is necessary 

• The position requires appropriate confidentiality and discretion 

The qualifications, responsibilities, expectations, technical/computer skills and other information described above are representative of those that must be met by volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.