Communications, Marketing and Events Manager

Responsibilities

• Interview clients, staff, food pantry managers, and volunteers to gather information and impact stories.
• Write newsletter articles and donor messages to communicate the impact of donor support.
• Hire, lead, coach, develop, and evaluate communications & marketing staff while fostering a collaborative, accountable, high-performing culture committed to continuous improvement and service excellence.
• Establish team priorities, performance expectations, workflows, and resource allocation to ensure effective and coordinated delivery of communications & marketing strategies.
• Provide strategic oversight for food and fund drives and events that meet organizational goals.
• Create print collateral, including posters, brochures, advertising, and signage.
• Review and approve collateral drafted by other departments.
• Maintain and update the Food Share’s style guide.
• Ensure the Food Share’s website is working and up-to-date and serves as a resource for giving, volunteering, getting help, and learning.
• Ensure the Food Share has an active and dynamic presence on social media.

Requirements

• Professional experience in communications and marketing.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interest in visiting and participating in Food Share programs.
• Strong organization skills, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse colleagues and external contacts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive within Marion and Polk counties.
• Must review and agree to Association of Fundraising Professionals’ Code of Ethical Standards.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen (excluding THC) and full background check.

Preferred

• The most competitive / strongest candidates will possess a combination of the following background, skills, experience, and knowledge. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of the qualifications listed.

Benefits

• The Food Share provides all employees with the following benefits:
• Competitive pay
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Earned vacation and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K retirement contributions
• Contributions towards Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance for employee and dependents
• Employer paid Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D Insurance