Central Indiana Communications and Public Relations Manager (DHQ)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Indianapolis, IN

34d•$53,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Central Indiana Communications and Public Relations Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the mission on The Salvation Army in Central Indiana (hereafter CI), through managing and developing public relations, and writing, managing, and editing content for social media pages, websites, other online services, and various publications. The Communications and Public Relations Manager also provides graphic design, digital creative, and video support to the CI.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 30 days of employment.
Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
Strong communication and organization
Ability to meet deadlines and adhere to confidentiality

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred
4+ years in a related communications field preferred
Experience with both Microsoft and Mac platforms preferred
Experience with Canva a plus

Responsibilities

Be the chief storyteller for the units of the Central Indiana Salvation Army.
Manage the CI Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn accounts for all units. Provide content for The Salvation Army YouTube channel. Assist other media viewing area units.
Provide 24-hour monitoring of social media throughout the CI to stay current with unit activities and identify content that needs immediate attention. Assist other area units.
Develop and manage relationships with local press by arranging for photo opportunities, news coverage, and developing press releases and talking points for participants.
Manage CI website, including calendar and blog updates, and provide oversight of individual unit websites.
Train officers and staff web admins throughout the CI on The Salvation Army’s web platform (Zesty) and assist with troubleshooting.
Engage in regular Generative Engine Optimization through Zesty and Google.
Assist the CI Special Events Manager with online and public promotions for events, including the creation of transactional pages through GoFundMe Pro.
Attend special events to capture photos, interview participants, and share event updates in real time via CI and other area unit social media pages.
Provide image content from events, programs, and services for The Salvation Army’s Flickr photo galleries.
Coordinate advertising with local media, publications, and influencers for the annual Christmas campaign and other events and submit for approval.
Write email communications for mass distribution to CI and other area stakeholders.
May supervise interns and/or support staff and volunteers as needed.

Benefits

Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits
91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
98% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
99% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year
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Faith Centered Organization
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