Own Covenant House Alaska's communications engine end to end: set strategy for external/internal comms, produce compelling content, and manage media, donor communications, and brand integrity.

• Lead the development and implementation of Covenant House Alaska’s external and internal communication strategies, including media/public relations, marketing, general communications and employee-focused communications.
• Create and execute an annual integrated communications plan for both external and internal Covenant House Alaska audiences.
• Create (capture and edit) or produce all photo and video content for the general creative needs of the Development Team including but not limited to; events, social media, donations, donor visits, etc
• Create and distribute compelling content and promotional materials for digital and print platforms, including annual report, newsletters, press releases, website updates, regular email communications, and social media.
• Update and manage Covenant House Alaska social media accounts and website, ensuing up-to-date and engaging content
• Build overall number of CHAK followers (website/email/social media)
• Participate in overall planning and execution of CHA individual and major gift fundraising, including developing marketing materials and donor communications.
• Assist with promoting the annual Sleep Out fundraising event and communicating to participants
• Design and manage online peer-to-peer fundraising activities/campaigns
• Build and maintain relationships with media and manage all media requests and activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in communications, marketing, social media, or other related areas.
• Five years or more in one or more of the following areas: public relations, fundraising, marketing. PRSA member designation would be considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including in person and on the phone, with high attention to detail.
• Superior project and time management skills, with strong ability to manage priorities and a willingness to pivot and reevaluate as needed.
• Detail oriented with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and ability to summarize information department wide
• Proven ability to create content which will result in click-through conversions
• Solid understanding of digital ecosystem and digital marketing solutions and trends with ability to consistently translate that knowledge into engaging content.
• Strong ability to relate effectively with staff, youth, and community agencies of varied cultural backgrounds and behaviors
• Ability to speak to and reflect CHA’s principals through independent interaction with donors, news media, and others on and off-site
• Is approachable, builds rapport well with people of all backgrounds and experiences, and practices attentive and active listening.

Nice to have

• PRSA member designation would be considered an asset.

Benefits

• full benefits package