Communications and Marketing Associate

The Jewish Federation’s professional team is mission-driven and committed to helping Greater Washington’s Jewish community connect with purpose. As a member of Federation’s talented Communications team, the Communications & Marketing Associate will be a key driver of this work.  This is a hybrid role, with 3 days a week required in our headquarters in North Bethesda, Maryland.

Your Role and Responsibilities as Communications & Marketing Associate 

• Work directly with Federation colleagues to produce large and small-scale events and campaigns to engage key donors, stakeholders, and community members. 
• Integrate Federation messaging and branding across print and online marketing materials. 
• Coordinate with the Communications team and other colleagues to identify and curate relevant messaging and multimedia content from external and internal sources for use in marketing collateral. 
• Write and edit a variety of materials, including but not limited to advertising, signage, greeting cards, postcards, invitations, email, newsletters, and more. 
• Manage the production of swag and collateral materials, including postcards, signage, posters, greeting cards, stationery, slide presentations, etc. 
• Oversee Federation’s annual advertising contracts and calendar to ensure timely and strategic ad placement, design, submission, and invoicing. 
• Manage vendors, timelines, and budgets for multiple projects concurrently. 
• Work closely with vendors and designers to confirm specs, estimates, and production timelines for collateral materials and swag items. 
• Assist at events to supervise and handle marketing needs (photography, signage placement, audio/visual requirements) and/or as needed event support (registration, set-up/break-down). Events may occur in the evening or on weekends. 
• Develop digital materials such as slide presentations, emails, registration pages, and other projects as needed. 
• Assist fellow team members with projects as needed. 

Across all projects, your successful efforts will capture the attention of key stakeholders, including donors, lay leaders, and Jewish communal professionals. Leading candidates will have a proven ability to manage projects on time and on budget.  

Background, Qualifications, and Success Factors  

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field, with 1-3 years of project management experience, preferably in a nonprofit marketing or advertising environment. 

• Skills and Expertise: Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication, including strong proficiency in English grammar, and well-developed organizational and project management abilities. Proven experience managing projects from concept through completion, with a thorough understanding of creative, production, and design processes. 

• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Microsoft 365 (OneDrive, Teams, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite, and email content management systems; experience with web applications and project management software is a plus. 

• Personal Attributes: Proactive, efficient, and adept at multitasking and prioritizing while managing budgets. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse personalities. 

• Cultural Knowledge: Commitment to and knowledge of the Jewish community, including its history, traditions, and current events. 

• Additional Skills: Familiarity with production requirements for print, and an openness to learning new digital tools and technologies. 

A People-Friendly Workplace 

 The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington is an equal opportunity employer offering a people-friendly environment, including:  

• Excellent health care and retirement benefits  

• Generous time off  

• 6 weeks paid parental leave after 1 year 

• Commuter bonus 

• Hybrid work schedule 

• Opportunities for continued professional development  

• Access to the JPRO Network, which connects, educates, inspires, and empowers professionals working in the Jewish nonprofit sector  

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. As a mission-driven non-profit organization, we work to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action. Learn more at shalomdc.org.