What are the responsibilities and job description for the The Greater Boston Food is hiring: WRITER in Boston position at The Greater Boston Food?
Job Description
Job Description
GBFB Overview
Through the compassion and commitment of our supporters, staff, partners and volunteers, The Greater Boston Food Bank (GBFB) takes a bold, innovative and multi-pronged approach to achieve our mission to end hunger here. GBFB is the largest hunger-relief organization in New England and among the largest food banks in the country. We are committed to increasing our food distribution to provide three meals a day to every person in need in Eastern Massachusetts while supporting healthy lives and healthy communities. Our progress toward this goal is documented by town on our interactive map.
The Greater Boston Food Bank is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s largest hunger- relief organization. Through compassion and action, together we can create a hunger free Eastern Massachusetts. GBFB Team Members will support the Mission to End Hunger Here. They will live our Team Member Values of Team Member Wellbeing, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Respect, Trust and Our Eastern Massachusetts Community.
Required : Interested candidates must submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples that demonstrate persuasive and research-based writing .
Position Summary
The Part-Time Writer will play a crucial role in advancing GBFB's mission to end hunger in Eastern Massachusetts by producing high-quality, compelling written content. The writer will report to the Director of Communications and collaborate with team members to develop materials that support GBFB’s fundraising, communications, marketing, public affairs and public relations efforts. This position requires a talented, research-savvy writer capable of developing persuasive communications that inform, inspire, and engage various audiences, including donors, partners, the media, elected officials, and the broader community. The writer will collaborate with team members to develop materials that support GBFB’s fundraising, communications, marketing, public affairs and public relations efforts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Content Development :
Create persuasive content, including donor appeals, impact reports, press releases, newsletters, and blog posts.
Conduct independent research to inform content, including gathering data and analyzing trends related to food insecurity and community impact.
Partner with internal teams to create marketing materials, annual reports, and event communications.
Review and refine content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and grammatical correctness.
Stay informed about GBFB’s programs, initiatives, and industry trends to produce timely and relevant content.
Skills and Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Mandatory Education and Experience :
Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, writing, and communications skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook.).
Strong proficiency with CRM databases and ideally Salesforce.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
