Marketing and Communications Associate - Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY   The Marketing and Communications Associate plays a key role in supporting the execution of marketing strategies and communication initiatives that promote the organization’s brand, programs, and services. This position combines creative and organizational skills to assist with content creation, campaign coordination, and internal and external communications. In addition to marketing support, the Associate will handle a range of administrative tasks to ensure the department operates efficiently and effectively. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.   ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Marketing and Communications

Research and compile data as it pertains to community education, communications, media, social media, and digital marketing efforts and/or volunteer programs.

Assists in communication strategies such as media engagement, special media events, and

Actively assists in events and activities as directed by VP of Marketing and Communications or department leadership.

Assists and supports in preparation and duties for Donor Family Ceremonies, Run/Walk and other internal/external events.

Provide general administrative support organizing records of marketing materials, communications calendars, project files, supply ordering and document formatting.

Supports event coordination including, but not limited to, developing themes and concepts for events, execution of support materials for events and campaigns, information gathering, materials requests, logistics coordination, and follow-up.

Schedule and coordinate meetings, take meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.

Manage contact databases, email distribution lists, and communication tools.

Assist the VP of Marketing and Communications with budget tracking, expense reporting and invoicing.

Social Media and Digital Content

Assists in the maintenance of DNWest’s social media accounts, including posting, community engagement, and monitoring comments and direct messages.

Prepare, review, and format third-party content from press and other relevant sources for internal and external use.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a self-starter with a positive attitude.

Possess high organizational skills and exhibit resourcefulness.

Ability to communicate and present information professionally, effectively, and concisely within a team environment.

Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrate initiative to suggest and implement ideas which lead to achievement of department and DNWest’s objectives.

Possess strong interpersonal and priority-setting skills to identify and determine steps needed to accomplish assigned tasks and execute them.

Keep supervisors and colleagues informed of progress while maintaining deadlines.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adjust to new priorities as required.

A passion for marketing, communications, and social media.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred. Preferably with a concentration in communications, journalism, visual arts, marketing, or public relations.

Previous internship experience in marketing, sales, social media, and/or communications preferred.

Proficient in all Microsoft Suite products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Adobe InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator/Suite experience a plus.

Must have ability to travel within the DNWest’s service area by car. Must maintain a valid California driver’s license and current vehicle insurance based on California minimum insurance coverage standards.