Marketing and Communications Specialist

Description

    Marketing and Communications Specialist Full-time; Hourly Position Summary: The Marketing & Communications Specialist promotes the Catherine McAuley Center mission through print and digital communication, including editing and designing, directed toward the general public and CMC supporters. The Marketing & Communications Specialist collaborates with the Director of Development & Communications and the Development & Communications team to develop the organization’s marketing and communications strategies to secure resources, funding, volunteer support, and increase community awareness, engagement, and advocacy of the Catherine McAuley Center mission. Accountability: The Marketing and Communications Specialist is accountable to the Director of Development & Communications. Qualifications: ? Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Business, or 3 years related field experience. ? Excellent written and verbal/oral communication skills and ability to write short- and long-form pieces for a public audience. ? Strong graphic design skills and experience with graphic design tools such as Canva, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, or Microsoft Publisher are required. ? Familiarity with e-mail marketing tools (like Vertical Response, Mail Chimp, or Constant Contact) and managing mailing lists is required. ? Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning all agency business. ? Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others as part of a team. ? Strong decision-making skills ? Flexibility and ability to handle stress and new or undefined situations. ? Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects and tasks independently and collaboratively. ? Computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite and databases. ? Behave as a professional representative of CMC and communicate the mission and activities. ? Commitment to the CMC mission and the values of the Sisters of Mercy. Responsibilities: ? Collaborate with the Director of Development & Communications to develop communications and fundraising plans and manage the communications project calendar. ? Collaborate on content and design graphics for digital communications including the website, blog posts, social media posts, email marketing campaigns, and online donation pages. ? Design graphics for print communications including annual fundraising appeals, print newsletters, acknowledgement letters, and other organizational publications such as brochures, handouts, and promotional materials. ? Oversee the creation and development of graphics for CMC branded materials (digital and print) and ensure the accuracy of CMC branding standards. ? Update, design, and maintain Catherine McAuley Center website, including creating and sharing up-to-date content and coordinating twice-annual content audits. ? Oversee CMC’s digital marketing service, (MailChimp) and develop email marketing campaigns and regular e-blast communications.