MARKETING & EVENTS SPECIALIST

Responsibilities

• The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by staff assigned to this position. This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
• Events
• The Marketing & Events Specialist will manage the logistics of the agency's signature events. In addition, they will help the programs and development teams with additional smaller events held throughout the year. Duties include:
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues
• Plan event details and aspects, including run of show, speakers, scripts, and guest lists
• Manage events and address potential problems that may arise
• Plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event
• Maintain a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events
• Manage volunteers assisting with planning and implementation of events
• Provide marketing support for all agency events

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, Nonprofit Management, or a related field
• Minimum two years of experience in nonprofit marketing roles that included creating, managing, and growing social media channels
• Proven experience planning and managing events for up to 1,000 people
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite & Canva
• Ability to work in-person, Monday through Friday; attendance at some evening and weekend events throughout the year may be required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages for various audiences
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Experience using mass mailing software, website design software, CRM software, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.

Preferred

• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)
• Proficiency in using social media platforms, content management systems, and graphic design tools
• Knowledge of fundraising software, donor databases, and digital marketing tools

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical insurance through BCBSTX with employer contribution toward monthly premiums, effective the first day of the month following the date of hire
• Employer-sponsored dental (Principal) and vision insurance, effective the first day of the month following the date of hire
• Employer-paid group term life insurance (Principal)
• Employer-paid long-term disability (Principal)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching 1/2:1 (up to 6%)
• Generous paid time off package, including vacation, personal time off, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement