Marketing & Events Specialist

Waukegan, IL (Hybrid)

$25/hr – $28/hrMid Level3+ years expPart time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Coordinate multi-channel communications and events for a nonprofit in a calendar-driven role, balancing content creation with vendor management, budgeting, and brand governance to raise awareness and engagement across social, email, and on-site activities.

  • Own the weekly content cadence and calendar alignment across social, email, and print to support organizational goals.
  • Lead event planning and execution with the CEO/Board/Events Committee, including venue research, vendor pricing, and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Track social metrics and newsletter layouts to inform content decisions and improve engagement.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist with planning and execution of weekly communications (social media, email, and print)
  • Maintain and update the Communications Calendar
  • Contribute to and lay out the quarterly e-newsletter
  • Create engaging social media posts aligned with the Communications Calendar
  • Source and write educational pieces to be used across multiple channels in an effort to raise awareness about the need for our work and the role we play in meeting that need
  • Work with the team to collect photos/videos and create content based on events, mobile pantry distributions, and other key points of interest
  • Report on social media analytics monthly
  • Maintain a working knowledge of the Keeping Families Covered brand guidelines
  • Ensure all digital, print, and other marketing materials and communications adhere to the brand guidelines
  • Create and manage the calendar of events for Keeping Families Covered in partnership with the CEO, Board, and Events Committee

Requirements

  • High school diploma; Associate degree or above in marketing, communications, graphic design, or similar field
  • 3+ years of experience in marketing or events coordination with a proven track record of successful execution
  • Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures of Keeping Families Covered as well as the principles and practices of nonprofit organizations
  • Solid understanding of basic graphic design principles, social media best practices, the importance of proofreading work, and an ability to adhere to brand theme, colors, and design guidelines
  • Maintain a knowledge of our brand theme, colors, and design guidelines
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (written and verbal), planning, and execution skills for collaborating with team members, vendors, and clients in diverse settings
  • Willingness to brainstorm new/different ideas with other team members, take direction from senior management, and accept constructive feedback
  • Proven experience in event marketing or event planning within hospitality, restaurant, hotel, or fundraising environments is highly desirable
  • Strong negotiation skills with vendors and partners to secure favorable terms for contracts and services
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent time management and organizational skills

Benefits

  • 40 hours of PTO per year
  • holiday events and other gatherings throughout the year
  • free coffee and snacks in office
  • opportunity for growth for the right person
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Keeping Families Covered

Keeping Families Covered is a registered 501c3 organization in northern Illinois that provides hygiene products for every age and stage. We distribute diapers, period supplies, and incontinence products to individuals/families through a network of community partners and direct service. Every day, we help families get what they shouldn’t have to go without. At Keeping Families Covered, we envision an Illinois where every family has what they need to live with health and dignity—no matter their age, income, or circumstances. When we remove barriers to basic hygiene, we create space for stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures.

Founded in 2010
Waukegan, Illinois, USA
8 employees (1 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.8K

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~8

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1 (13% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1