What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Communications Specialist position at The Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County?
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming, inspiring and saving lives in the Palm Beaches, in Israel and in 70 countries around the world. Each year, Jewish Federation inspires thousands of community members to contribute, volunteer and participate in programs that generate more than $50 million in donations leading to a powerful impact.
Position Summary :
The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for researching, writing, fact checking, editing and proofreading written communications for events and programs at the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. The Senior Communications Specialist works with the Senior Communications Director and the Marketing team to support the recruitment of Federation events and programs, as well as developing speeches and visual media that create inspiring and professional Federation programs. This includes consulting with colleagues, preparing remarks and presentations for programs and events, and creating pre- and post-event communications that strengthen attendees’ experience at Federation programs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Work closely with the Senior Communications Director and Marketing creative team to maintain and continually reinforce Federation’s messaging, brand and voice.
- Write, edit, proofread and serve as internal consultant for program and event materials such as print collateral, web / digital updates, social media, event-chair speeches, outreach communications, special event invitations, and specific Federation department communications.
- Work with creative team to create compelling and informative slideshows that complement event speaker presentations.
- Utilize expertise to implement succinct, powerful and inspiring work product that reflects the familial and informal tone, voice and personality of the organization.
- Obtain information from print and digital resources as well as Federation professionals (who are internal subject matter experts) and translate it into clear, brief, and palatable messaging that resonates with the audience.
- Adapt messaging across multiple platforms, including print and online, as well as advertising copy, email blasts, marketing collateral and social media platforms.
- Make recommendations for value-added content based on consistent interaction with staff and volunteer leaders as well as partner organizations, synagogues, and other constituencies
- Support Strategic Marketing plans pertaining to public relations, communications, advertising, and social media.
- Implement individual project plans and timelines and, in certain instances, may be asked to serve as project manager, specifically focusing on collaborating with multiple stakeholders and accomplishing set goals
- Aid in the monitoring and analysis of the success and effectiveness of marketing projects.
Qualifications and Success Factors :
Work Environment :
Position is eligible to work from home occasionally in accordance with Federation policies. When working from home, employee must :
Pay Rate :
In addition to benefits, the annual salary for this role ranges between $70,000 and $75,000. We benchmark our salary ranges for new hires in relation to the role, level, and role location; however, we consider a multitude of factors, to include relevant experience, skills, and education / training, to determine compensation within the identified range.
The Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time at the Federation’s discretion. Employment is at-will, and this job description is not an employment contract, and nothing herein shall be deemed to create in any way whatsoever an employment contract.
Salary : $70,000 - $75,000
