Development Communication & Marketing Specialist

Madison, WI (Unknown)

$52K/yr - $59K/yr (Est.)Entry LevelFull time

Posted 2 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive digital fundraising and marketing communications, coordinating email, social media, and digital advertising while supporting fundraising strategy, event execution, donor relations, and cross-team marketing plans.

  • Lead digital content creation and distribution for fundraising efforts
  • Collaborate across Development and Communications to advance revenue opportunities
  • Support events and donor engagement with online and on-site activities

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Create, edit, and distribute digital fundraising and marketing communications, including email campaigns, social media content, and digital advertising.
  • Support the execution of Goodman Community Center's digital fundraising strategy.
  • Collaborate with Development and Communications staff to develop marketing plans that support fundraising initiatives and other revenue opportunities.
  • Help manage Goodman Community Center's social media presence, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  • Assist with website updates and digital content management.
  • Support approximately four fundraising events each year by coordinating online registration, creating digital materials, and providing on-site event support.
  • Help maintain donor records and respond to donor inquiries.
  • Assist with photography, digital asset management, and graphic design projects.
  • Monitor and report on the performance of email, social media, and other digital communications.
  • Contribute to additional communications and development projects as needed.

Requirements

  • Excellent written, verbal, and editing skills.
  • Experience creating digital content using email marketing platforms such as Constant Contact, Mailchimp, Emma, or similar tools.
  • Experience creating graphics using Canva or comparable design software.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, social media platforms, email tools, and databases.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
  • A collaborative approach and willingness to seek and incorporate feedback.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
  • A genuine enthusiasm for fundraising as a way to support community impact and social change.
  • Commitment to working respectfully with people of diverse backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences.
  • Flexibility to occasionally work evenings or weekends for events.

Preferred

  • Three or more years of experience in fundraising, development, or nonprofit communications (internship experience counts).
  • Experience developing and managing email marketing campaigns, including writing, design, deployment, and analytics.
  • Knowledge of digital marketing and social media best practices.
  • Experience analyzing website, email, and social media performance metrics.
  • Familiarity with Google Ads or the Google Ad Grant program.

Benefits

  • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match contributions
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Free on-site childcare (subject to program availability for children ages 3+)
  • Free membership to the Lussier Fitness Center
  • Employee discounts on room rentals
  • Generous paid time off
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Goodman Community Center

Our MissionThe Goodman Community Center strengthens lives and secure futures.Our VisionA community that’s thriving because everyone is valued and has the resources they need to be successful.Our ValuesGCC is committed to creating and maintaining a community that respects and values diverse life experiences. Everyone deserves respect and acceptance without bias. We engage the perspectives and voices of our community and ensure they are reflected in our culture.

Founded in 1954
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
74 employees (5 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
13K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$4.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
57.7%
Direct
42.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~74

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
5 (7% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Last Raise
Non Equity Assistance, 8 years ago

Funding History

  • Sep 2018
    Non Equity Assistance