Communications and Marketing Specialist

New City, NY (Unknown)

$45K/yr – $60K/yrMid Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own and execute the social media strategy and media relations for Jawonio and related entities, including content creation, calendar management, drafting posts, brand consistency, media support, data gathering, and PR ideation; also support digital communications, events, recruitment visibility, and brick it again store initiatives.

Lead social content creation and calendar
Support media advisories, press releases, and PR opportunities
Assist events and recruitment communications

Job Description

Responsibilities

Social Media Content Creation Support
Photography for posts, video for reels of individuals, staff, program, and fundraising activities for Jawonio, Jawonio Foundation and Brick it Again store.
Use of graphic tools as needed (Canva/Adobe Express) including AI tools in accordance with Jawonio policy.
Keep monthly social media calendar including aligned specialty days.
Draft social media posts to be approved by CCDO.
Ensure consistency in tone, messaging, design, and brand identity.
Media Support
Assist with updating and maintaining media lists.
Gather needed information/data for media advisories and press releases.
Ideate and pitch ideas to CCDO for press/public relations opportunities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Communications and Development
4–6 years of experience in social media, public relations and marketing or related role (nonprofit experience a plus)
Strong writing, editing, and photography/videography skills.
Experience with special events & promotions(fundraising experience a plus)
Familiarity with Canva, Adobe, email marketing (Constant Contact) and CRM platforms (Blackbaud)
Highly organized and able to support multiple communications and marketing priorities.
Comfortable working in support position while taking initiative.
Passion for mission-driven nonprofit work.