Communications Officer

** Note: To be considered for this position, applicants must follow exactly the Application Instructions at the end of this job description. Please do not use the "Easy Apply" button.

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region's largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Communications Officer. The Community Foundation’s mission is to inspire, support, inform, listen to, and collaborate with the people and organizations in Greater New Haven to build an ever more connected, inclusive, equitable and philanthropic community.

Title: Communications Officer

Department: Communications/Executive

Reports to: Director of Communications

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary range : $55,000 - $65,000

• Medical (Aetna): Starting at $33/week
• Vision (Aetna): Starting at $1/week for a $130 hardware allowance
• Dental (UNUM): Starting at $2/week for a $1,500 maximum benefit; ortho included!
• Life (UNUM): 1 X Salary; paid by The Community Foundation
• Short-term Disability (UNUM): 66.6% of earnings; paid by The Community Foundation
• Long-term Disability (UNUM): 60% of earnings; paid by The Community Foundation
• Retirement: The Community Foundation will contribute 8% of employee’s salary
• Paid time off: Paid holidays, vacation, floating holidays, sick time, parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement: up to 3K per year for academic programs

POSITION:

The Communications Officer works collaboratively with the communications team to execute engagement, marketing, event and media strategies in support of The Foundation’s mission and vision. The individual in this position will develop compelling narratives and outreach materials that increase and enhance awareness of The Foundation and its strategic priorities.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Marketing & Content Development

• Develop, write, and edit engaging content, including stories, profiles, blog posts, press releases and email newsletters.
• Create email invitations for events and manage email campaigns.
• Create and curate multimedia content, such as photos, videos, and graphics, to enhance storytelling and audience engagement.
• Create and update content on the Foundation’s website and social media platforms.
• Proofreading and copyediting.

Social Media Management

• Creating social media posts highlighting the work of The Foundation and its affiliated funds.
• Execute social media campaigns.

Public Relations & Media Management

• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other external communications.
• Maintain relationships with local media outlets.

Event Promotion & Coordination

• Support the planning and promotion of Foundation events, including donor gatherings, community meetings, and educational workshops.
• Develop marketing materials and communications plans for events to ensure strong participation and engagement.
• Share event highlights through photos, videos, and post-event summaries.

Internal & External Collaboration

• Work closely with colleagues across the Foundation to align messaging and support communications needs from all departments.
• Collaborate with designers, videographers, and other creative professionals to produce high-quality materials.
• Assist in maintaining brand consistency across all Foundation communications.
• Stay informed about digital trends and best practices to enhance the Foundation’s online presence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2-5 years of experience in communications, digital marketing, or media relations.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to adapt content for different audiences and platforms.
• Experience managing social media accounts and website content.
• Proficiency in design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact) is a plus.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with the ability to work on several projects at once and meet deadlines.
• Passion for community engagement and nonprofit work.
• Knowledge about and connection to Greater New Haven is preferred.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to Human_Resources@cfgnh.org (Human underscore Resources) with the subject line “Communications Officer - really” no later than April 25, 2025. Please also indicate how you found this job posting.

No phone calls please.

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000