Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Covenant House Alaska’s external and internal communication strategies, including media/public relations, marketing, general communications and employee-focused communications.
• Create an annual integrated communications plan for external and internal Covenant House Alaska audiences.
• Create (capture and edit) or produce all photo and video content for the general creative needs of the Development Team including events, social media, donations, donor visits, etc
• Create and distribute compelling content and promotional materials for digital and print platforms, including annual report, newsletters, press releases, website updates, regular email communications, and social media.
• Update and manage Covenant House Alaska social media accounts and website, ensuring up-to-date and engaging content
• Build overall number of CHAK followers (website/email/social media)
• Participate in overall planning and execution of CHA individual and major gift fundraising, including developing marketing materials and donor communications.
• Assist with promoting the annual Sleep Out fundraising event and communicating to participants
• Design and manage online peer-to-peer fundraising activities/campaigns
• Build and maintain relationships with media and manage all media requests and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in communications, marketing, social media, or other related areas.
• Five years or more in one or more of the following areas: public relations, fundraising, marketing. PRSA member designation would be considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including in person and on the phone, with high attention to detail.
• Superior project and time management skills, with strong ability to manage priorities and a willingness to pivot and reevaluate as needed.
• Detail oriented with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and ability to summarize information department wide
• Proven ability to create content which will result in click-through conversions
• Solid understanding of digital ecosystem and digital marketing solutions and trends with ability to consistently translate that knowledge into engaging content.
• Strong ability to relate effectively with staff, youth, and community agencies of varied cultural backgrounds and behaviors
• Ability to speak to and reflect CHA’s principals through independent interaction with donors, news media, and others on and off-site
• Is approachable, builds rapport well with people of all backgrounds and experiences, and practices attentive and active listening.
• Ability to navigate and become proficient with multiple software products including: Microsoft Office Suite, EveryAction, SharePoint, and other software platforms as needed.
• Proficient in design software, including Canva, Adobe Suite, WordPress and other graphic design software
• An organized, enthusiastic, hard-working work ethic with a “not above any task” attitude.
• Ability to manage private and confidential information in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to work independently, using good judgment, and common sense
• Willingness and ability to work outside of normal business hours, and holidays and/or weekends as needed.
• Possess a current state of Alaska Driving License
• Have a clean driving record
• Pass federal, state, and local background investigation

Benefits

• full benefits package

Notes

Position is based in an open-format office setting within the Youth Engagement Center. Covenant House Alaska is an Equal Opportunity Employer