Responsibilities

• Oversee, develop, and manage social media content and campaigns to increase visibility and engagement across platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.). This may include working with contractors to create and implement SM strategy.
• Assist in creating and distributing newsletters, donor communications, and event promotions.
• Maintain consistent brand voice and visual identity across marketing channels.
• Support the Chief Development Officer with outreach to local small businesses and community partners for sponsorships, partnerships, and donations. This may include going out to meet with local businesses for relational and marketing purposes.
• Assist in coordinating meetings, presentations, and events related to development initiatives and donor cultivation.
• Connect with staff across the organization and collaborate with them to generate stories and content that highlight RiseUP’s mission, impact, and programs.
• Provide graphic design support for print and digital materials using Canva or similar tools.
• Maintain and update donor and contact databases as needed, managing donor relationship systems including recording donor details, tracking interactions, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Support donor stewardship through preparation of thank-you notes, acknowledgments, and consistent communication to maintain long-term relationships.
• Track marketing and campaign metrics to evaluate effectiveness and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate with and supervise marketing contractors to ensure effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred and 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or development roles.
• Experience in managing social media accounts for organizations or businesses.
• Comfortable working with website content management systems (WordPress or similar).
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred

• Strong relationship-building skills, both through virtual communication and in-person engagement including networking.
• Knowledge of marketing strategy and implementation, with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred and 2+ years of experience in marketing, communications, or development roles.
• Experience in managing social media accounts for organizations or businesses.
• Comfortable working with website content management systems (WordPress or similar).
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills in a cross-functional environment.
• Proficiency in Canva and basic graphic design tools (Adobe Suite experience a plus).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Some previous experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or neurodiverse populations.
• Established professional connections within the Colorado Springs business or nonprofit community.
• Experience with nonprofit fundraising or event coordination.
• Grant research and/or writing experience and/or experience working with foundations would be highly valuable.