Digital Communications Specialist

New York, USA (On-site)

$63K/yr – $75K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive digital content and engagement for CCHR across social, email, and web.

  • Own content creation and calendar management for social, email, and website.
  • Must-have: 2+ years of related community-work experience.
  • Standout: Track record of monthly analytics reporting and data-driven improvements.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop digital content for CCHR’s platforms, including social media, email campaigns, newsletters, and the website.
  • Monitor digital trends and explore new content concepts to enhance engagement.
  • Maintain the content calendar and assist with the dissemination of social media posts, email newsletters, and announcements.
  • Provide ongoing maintenance of CCHR’s social media channels, email lists, and website, ensuring timely updates and accuracy.
  • Create and update a monthly analytics report covering social media, email campaigns, and web traffic, offering insights and recommendations for improvement.
  • Develop and manage online forms for surveys, event registrations, and other agency needs.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to edit, organize, and archive digital assets, including images and videos.
  • Upload and manage audio and video content, such as podcast episodes, webinars, and public service announcements, on YouTube, Spotify, and/or the agency’s website.
  • Actively participate in staff discussions and strategic planning meetings to align digital efforts with the agency’s mission.

Requirements

  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties described above; or
  • High school graduation or equivalent and six years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to the duties as described above; or
  • Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred

  • Experience in digital communications, content creation, or social media management.
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with an eye for detail.
  • Proficiency in social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube) and content management systems.
  • Familiarity with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
  • Knowledge of web analytics tools (Google Analytics, social media insights, etc.) to measure performance and guide strategy.
  • Experience with basic graphic design and video editing tools (Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar) is a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with a team.
  • Passion for human rights, social justice, and equity.
  • Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
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New York, New York, USA
5.4K employees (163 in marketing)
69% recommend to a friend
40% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
21.1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$37.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
43%
Direct
48%
Referral
7.1%
Social
0.9%
Paid
0.8%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~5.4K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
90 (2% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

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