Angels' Arms
Job summary:
The Communications Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of the organization’s communications, marketing, social media, and public relations activities while supporting internal team members.
This is a newly created position that is solely dedicated to communications. The ideal candidate for this job is creative and can operate effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. A positive, can-do attitude with strong self-initiative and the ability to multi-task with staff are essential to the success of this position.
Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Produce content for our key audiences via website, social media, email marketing, and print marketing.
- Coordinate the design and production of all marketing materials and messaging for key programs and events.
- Implement a new strategic marketing and social media plan.
- Write and edit copy for Angels’ Arms marketing materials.
- Work with website developer to update website design and content.
- Coordinate the design and production of all materials to support fundraising efforts such as sponsorship decks and outreach materials.
- Assist with the design and distribution of event-branded materials and supplies.
- Monitor all communications and fundraising efforts, internal and external, to ensure the consistency of brand messaging.
- Maintain and update the Angels’ Arms photo database.
- Generate new angles and ideas to promote support and awareness of our mission.
- Create and manage social media editorial calendar.
- Develop channel-specific, timely content, and campaigns.
- Actively monitor and engage with our community on social media to drive engagement, support, and awareness of Angels’ Arms.
- Create and host live-streamed social media events, as needed.
- Monitor and analyze social media data and create a monthly insights report as a way to improve messaging and outreach.
- Stay on top of emerging social media trends and other social channels; analyze and report opportunities for growth.
- Assist in the creation and distribution of press releases and serve as a media point of contact.
- Attend and participate in public speaking engagements.
- Manage the Angels’ Arms swag inventory and order new items as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or a related field.
- 1 – 2 years of experience in a marketing, communications and/or social media management role.
- High level of proficiency using all Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with managing an organization’s social media accounts including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
- Knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, iMovie, Canva, Constant Contact, and WordPress a plus but not required.
Skills and abilities:
- Exceptional writing and editing skills.
- Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Salary range:
$35,000-$38,000, plus health, retirement, vacation and life insurance benefits.
To apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to Jasmina Schue at jasmina@angelsarms.org. This full-time position is based out of the Angels’ Arms office in South St. Louis County (12128A Tesson Ferry Rd., St. Louis, MO 63128).
Information about Angels’ Arms:
Angels’ Arms is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in St. Louis, MO and is dedicated to providing and supporting loving homes for foster children by keeping brothers and sisters together within a nurturing family until a forever home is found. For more information, visit www.angelsarms.org.
