Responsibilities

• Teach (15%) - Teach the process of philanthropy in the Church to current donors and prospects through communication and marketing collateral for assigned priorities and projects and teach donor liaisons, partners, and other staff the technical requirements of grant-related communications and applications;
• Engage (20%) - Engage by creating inspiring and informative communication pieces and comply with technical grant proposal requirements that move donors and prospective donors to become engaged with approved priorities, create meaningful marketing and communication pieces to integrate givers and receivers of donations made in a personalized and meaningful way;
• Coordinate (20%) - Coordinate with colleagues, partners, external organizations, approved vendors and Church correlation to ensure all products meet PHI and Church standards as well as exacting application requirements for grant applications;
• Invite (30%) - Invite by creating meaningful invitations in the form of grant and other proposals for approved priorities to assist donor liaisons and institutional partners in facilitating inspiring giving experiences and strengthening relationships with donors and prospective donors;
• Report (15%) - Report by creating meaningful stewardship and financial reports informing and delighting donors regarding the impact of their giving.
• This is a senior-level individual contributor.
• Typically, Specialist, Communications, Sr - Brands/Grants employees will spend their time Teaching (15%), Engaging (20%), Coordinating (20%), Inviting (30%), and Reporting (15%) in support of strategic coordination and invitations to participate in inspired giving experiences.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree and 4 years compatible professional experience in communications or related field, and or any combination of equivalent relavant education and/or experience
• Be able to operate a personal computer in a network environment, proficiency with basic computer hardware/software, including the ability to use and learn job specific applications.
• Proven writing skills and a sound knowledge of print and electronic communications, including proficiency with computer and software tools (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Photoshop, other design tools, etc.) including a sound understanding of graphic design.
• Be able to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently.
• A demonstrated ability to provide an exceptional level of customer service to clients including prospects, donors, institutional leaders, and Philanthropies (PHI) colleagues.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills including a proven ability to follow-through with fine details.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and proven capacity to be self-motivated while positively inviting others to strive for their best performance.
• Professional in demeanor, appearance and language, with English verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to provide appropriate direction and receive and act upon feedback in a timely manner.
• Professional, persistent, patient, and respectful demeanor and ability to maintain positivity despite differences of opinion or perspective.
• Nimble with change, versatile, and an optimism with a willingness to collaborate within and across teams

Preferred

• Advanced degree (e.g. MBA, MPA, etc.) and/or extensive experience in creating marketing communications.
• Grant writing experience.
• Non-profit organization or fundraising experience.
• Experience using project management software.