What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Coordinator position at The United Methodist Children's Home?
Description
General Job Summary: The Communications Coordinator is responsible for external communications projects, Special Event fundraising, and social media engagement. Graphic design and multi-media development.
Essential Functions:
Development duties:
- Manage the social media outlets of MCH to include Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn
- Create and disseminate electronic newsletters to MCH audiences
- Manage the on-line giving programs such as Qgiv, RoundUp, Amazon Smile, Kroger Rewards, etc.
- Lead special event fundraising and awareness programs with support from Development team (Day of Hope, Golf Tournament, etc.)
- Serve as point of contact for third-party fundraisers
- Assist Director of Community Engagement with ensuring brand adherence by agency
- Create graphic and multimedia content for internal and external audiences
Other duties:
- Adheres to company policies and procedures at all times.
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Community Engagement and Director of Development.
- Completes assignments in a timely and accurate manner.
- Is willing to take on additional responsibility in a positive manner.
- Upholds the mission and values of Methodist Children’s Homes.
- Completes training necessary to perform position consistent with program and agency staff development plans and identifies training appropriate to this position.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Knowledge & Experience
- Must be twenty-one (21) years of age
- College degree required, preferably in communications/marketing or related field.
- Experience working with volunteers and donors preferred.
- Must provide a portfolio/sample of work.
Skills/Working Conditions:
- Must maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
- Must be insurable by Methodist Children’s Homes insurance carrier
- Must be able to work flexible schedule and shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and extended periods of time.
- Must successfully complete all phases of pre-service and on-going training.
Physical Requirements
- Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical and TB test and on-going physical assessments as required
- Have the ability to demonstrate organizational, management, and leadership skills.
- Have the ability to generate multiple solutions to meet the changing needs of clients, staff, and communities
- Have the ability to communicate professionally, in both verbal and written formats, with consumers, including, but not limited to parents, supervisees, colleagues, and community service providers.
- Have the ability to participate in recreational activities with clients, including, but not limited arts, athletics, and outdoor activities.
- Regular attendance at primary worksite and agency related events.
- Have the ability to work overtime.
