What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing & Communications Manager position at United Inner City Services?
Position Summary
The Marketing & Communications Manager plays a vital role in advancing EarlystART’s mission by fostering public engagement across multiple platforms. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role is responsible for planning and executing all marketing, communications, and public relations activities with a strong commitment to EarlystART’s core values: respect, integrity, accountability, trust, and celebration.
Key Responsibilities
-
Strategy & Content: Develop and execute the annual marketing and communications plan. Create content for social media, website, newsletters, and print materials, ensuring consistent messaging that reflects respect for diverse audiences and integrity in storytelling.
-
Website & Social Media Management: Manage the EarlystART website, including content updates and online giving. Oversee social media accounts, leveraging insights to enhance reach and celebrate community engagement.
-
Public Relations: Represent EarlystART in local promotional efforts and support press outreach with press releases, media kits, and interview preparation.
-
Fundraising Support: Work closely with the Development Team to maintain accurate and organized contact lists for donors and stakeholders. Assist in managing event guest lists and generate segmented lists for targeted outreach.
-
Collaboration: Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to support organizational activities and events. Partner with staff to gather content that not only tells the EarlystART story but also celebrates our community and impact.
Qualifications
-
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field with 1-3 years of experience.
-
Proficiency in digital content creation, social media management, and website storytelling; WordPress experience is a plus.
-
Strong writing skills with the ability to manage multiple projects while consistently meeting deadlines.
-
Experience with fundraising CRM systems and data management.
-
Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, demonstrating respect and cultural competence in all interactions.
-
Availability to work evenings and weekends as required to support EarlystART fundraising and community events.