Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as a Member of the Development Team and meet regularly with Development team to collaborate and coordinate ministry efforts
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to execute quality communications
• Support Development Team marketing & communications strategies and projects
• Support and assist in other Development goals and responsibilities
• Help achieve department revenue goals and team objectives

To Develop Marketing Campaigns & Communications Plans

• Assist with marketing and fundraising campaign development and execution
• Manage marketing & communications calendar ensuring regular updates
• Work with agency partners, photographers and videographers on special projects
• Develop original marketing materials from concept to completion (print & digital)
• Write graphic design briefs and manage design projects for print, website and digital
• Ensure all production deadlines are met
• Monitor, create and implement website content updates with webmaster
• Maintain consistency and excellence in our branding and marketing approach
• Track and report the impact of marketing efforts to ensure goals are reached
• Work with the Donor Services team to execute Development team projects

To Craft Content and Serve as Primary Copywriter

• Gather and curate inspiring and impactful content to be used in promoting the Mission's unique story and brand
• Serve as the primary copywriter for marketing
• Communicate about Christian faith-based and Biblical topics in an authentic way
• Research, collect and write program participant stories for use in donor communications and marketing materials
• Develop strategy for donor communications and collaborate with Donor Services to execute the communications/cultivation plan
• Collaborate with Social Media & Marketing Assistant in content brainstorms

To Support Special Events

• Collaborate with development staff in the planning of specialty Mission development events (in-person and online events), event graphics needs, promotions and advertisement
• Support the Development team in the execution of fundraising events
• Develop event invitations, signage, promo items and marketing materials
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Mission staff and vendors
• Assist with set-up, tear-down and day-of operations and AV support as needed

To Assist in Public Relations and Community Relations Efforts

• Support public relations activities, including planning, release editing, and interview coordination and manage opportunities during Mission and community events
• Assist in creating a public relations strategy that allows the Mission to develop its brand throughout the community
• Research and maintain a strong knowledge on the San Diego Rescue Mission and an understanding of Homelessness in San Diego

Represent our Mission, Vision and Values

• Protect the Mission, Pursue the Vision and reflect the Values of the SDRM
• Help build the TEAM and grow the capacity and impact of the SDRM
• Be intentional about developing Diversity among our staff and volunteers

Continue to grow as a follower of Jesus Christ and Spiritual Leader

• Spend time daily in the Word and Prayer
• Model servant leadership
• Pursue our values both privately and publicly
• Serve as a member of a local church
• Sharpen skills through continued learning
• Foster a coachable, approachable, humble spirit

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications, journalism or related field from an Accredited University or College preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years full-time work experience in marketing and communications that demonstrates successful execution of projects, campaigns and events. Preferred experience in non-profit and digital marketing. Experience directing graphic design, working with creative professionals and marketing agencies required. Videography and photography skills a plus.

Skills and Abilities:

A creative thinker.

Comfortable conceptualizing and pitching ideas.

Attention to detail.

Savvy digital marketer.

A knack for storytelling.

Exceptional copywriting, written and verbal communication skills, with strong editing ability.

Excellent time management, adaptability, judgment and decision-making skills are required.

Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet demanding deadlines, while producing high-quality work and projecting a positive attitude.

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Google Suite, Google Analytics, MailChimp or similar email platform.

Videography and Photography experience desired.

Self-starter, highly organized, and able to work independently and as an effective team member.

Team player with a positive attitude and enthusiasm.

Travel/Transportation: The incumbent must travel on a regular (or periodic) basis, as the job requires. The incumbent must have reliable transportation (public transportation may be acceptable depending on the purpose of travel). If the incumbent receives authorization to use a Mission vehicle to perform duties, he or she must present a current California driver's license and good driving record in order to be placed on the Mission's insurance policy.

MANAGERIAL ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY

The incumbent has no supervision of paid staff initially but will assume supervisory responsibility as our organization expands.

ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent has a workspace that is generally clean and comfortable. It may include some minor annoyances such as noise, odors, drafts, etc. The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting in which he or she is free to move about at will. The incumbent will also perform some duties in a residential setting, which consists of individuals who may have a mental or physical disability or illness.

Physical resources may be limited, and in some cases, are donated.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The incumbent may spend a majority of time sitting, speaking and listening. He or she is expected to travel on a regular (or periodic) basis, as the job requires (see Qualifications above). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Please see chart below for further physical requirements.