[OSGeo-Jobs] OpenGeo is hiring a Marketing Manager

[Rolando Peñate]

 Marketing Manager
http://opengeo.org/about/careers/marketing-manager/

OpenGeo is seeking a part-time (potentially full-time) Marketing Manager to
assist in bringing our supported open source technology into wider
acceptance and use by the geospatial software community. This is a hands-on
position that requires excellent writing, planning and management skills as
well as a strong knowledge of the geospatial marketplace.

The Marketing Manager will plan and execute a full range of marketing
activities, from web-based to in-person. As a social enterprise working to
open government by building the best web-based geospatial technology, we are
not an advertising machine. Rather we have a large and growing base of
enthusiastic users worldwide, and we are looking for a motivated marketing
professional to help us polish, improve and spread our message.

The position is part-time, but individuals with the right skill set may be
considered for a full-time position.

*About Us*

OpenGeo is the geospatial division of OpenPlans, a New York–based 501(c)(3)
not-for-profit that functions as a high tech social incubator. OpenPlans is
a ‘dot-org’: a non-profit connecting open source software with social
change. We aim to make data open, accessible and useful. We’re looking for
someone who wants to use technology to make a difference.

This is an exciting time for OpenGeo. The Enterprise Edition of our flagship
OpenGeo Suite product has been out for over a year, and our international
base of clients and partners is expanding very rapidly. The Marketing
Manager will play an important role in on our tight-knit business team.

*Responsibilities*

   - Write and place press releases, white papers and articles.
   - Develop and manage SEO and web marketing initiatives.
   - Develop, draft, and distribute a monthly newsletter to clients and
   potential clients.
   - Manage trade show activity and attend conferences and trade shows with
   other OpenGeo staff.
   - Research opportunities for media exposure: events to sponsor,
   interviews with bloggers or in industry publications, etc.
   - Develop marketing research and marketing plans.
   - Build and maintain contact lists.

*Qualifications*

The ideal candidate is an experienced professional in the geospatial
software and solutions marketing arena. We value creativity and initiative,
and a successful candidate will be a key member of our team.

   - Knowledge of the software industry, particularly in GIS.
   - Experience in marketing and/or communications.
   - Familiarity with web, email and social media marketing concepts.
   - Fluid communication skills, whether in person, on the phone, or in
   writing.
   - Open source and/or startup experience is especially relevant.

*We Offer*

We invest in the best people and treat them right. We offer competitive
salaries and great benefits (all the basics, plus five weeks of vacation and
lots of snacks). Your work will see the light of day, and your code will be
free as in freedom. Most importantly, we offer a challenge: to build
software that will help change the status quo.

*To Apply*

Let us know why you’re interested in working for OpenGeo. Send a resume,
cover letter, and a writing sample to jobs at opengeo.org with “Marketing
Manager” as the subject line. Ideally, the writing sample would be an
example of your past work.
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