Marketing and Special Event Manager (7100)

Clearwater, FL (On-site)

$50K/yr – $63K/yrMid Level3+ years expOther

Posted 9 days ago

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Job Summary

Own the public relations and event programs from strategy through execution, shaping the Army’s image and coordinating high-profile community events.

Define and implement PR program goals and strategies
Coordinate special events logistics and volunteer roles
Liaise with media and production of promotional materials

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develops and implements short- and long-term public relations program goals, objectives, and strategies, for special events and promoting the Corps in the community.
Oversees and coordinates arrangements for special event functions; researches and secures locations, facilities, transportation, logistics and equipment; assigns volunteer duties in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator; monitors event functions to ensure events run smoothly and as planned; researches and secures media opportunities.
Under the Director of Development’s supervision, designs, develops and presents promotional materials using multi-media formats.
Serves as primary liaison with print and broadcast media with regard to the promotion of Salvation Army events, services, disaster relief, etc.
Develops and maintains an effective communication plan/strategy to manage the Army’s image.
Plans and coordinates arrangements for special event sites, equipment, transportation, speakers, food, etc.
Assists with the planning and coordination of annual and seasonal events not limited to but including Circle of Hope Dinner, Prayer Breakfast, Annual Golf Tournament, Gingerbread Decorating party, community parades and events, Red Kettle Program, and Angel Tree Program.
Researches, develops and implements new event opportunities.
Establishes, interacts with and maintains committees for various special events
Follows-up with event constituents’ post-event for feedback and data processing.

Requirements

Valid State Driver’s License
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, AND
Three years’ experience in planning and coordinating events and/or performing public relations/marketing work, preferably in a non-profit organization OR
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance and more!

THE SALVATION ARMY

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The Salvation Army is the nation's largest direct provider of social services. Annually, we help millions overcome poverty, addiction, and spiritual and economic hardships by preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and meeting human needs in His name without discrimination in nearly every zip code. By providing food, shelter, eviction prevention assistance, emergency disaster relief, rehabilitation, after-school and summer youth programs, spiritual enrichment, and more, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at nearly 7,000 centers of operation around the country.The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

38K employees (1,319 in marketing)

www.salvationarmyusa.org

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