Communications Associate

Missions Inc Programs•Plymouth, MN

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Associate is responsible for electronic and print communications, digital media, and branding and marketing. This role supports Missions Inc. Programs' mission to provide a collaborative community and safe space where individuals are empowered to heal and transform their lives. The organization envisions a world where every person recognizes their inherent worth and lives with dignity, free from addiction and violence, upholding values such as affirming human worth, fostering self-determination, valuing diversity, and seeking social justice.

Requirements

Two or more years of experience with communications and/or marketing
WordPress experience
Social media strategy experience
Experience with email marketing platforms and analytics tools
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to create inclusive, respectful, and trauma-informed communications
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or equivalent design tools (Canva)
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Storytelling and creative writing skills and the ability to write for different audiences and media
Eagerness to work with people from diverse racial, cultural and economic backgrounds
Ability to pass a criminal background check
Ability to travel to multiple program sites when needed
Passion for and commitment to the mission and goals of Missions, Inc.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit experience
CRM and database experience

Responsibilities

Oversee brand standards, providing guidance and training to staff
Build a repository of organization materials
Ensure consistent messaging and branding for all organizational materials
Write content for and develop digital and print marketing
Develop strategies for and guide short video productions
Coordinate with program staff to support marketing aspect of events such as conferences, community events and outreach presentations. Provide tabling materials to ensure brand consistency.
Promote fundraising events through digital and print media
Continuously monitor and benchmark the effectiveness of our online work using analytical tools like Google Analytics, Meta Business Insights etc.
Record, review and update communication strategies and plans
Oversee social media content on multiple channels and any new platforms you feel are necessary to further engage our audience and promote our services
Research, acquire, and schedule a variety of relevant content to post on these platforms with a schedule of engagement 2-3 times per week
Oversee and update website content on regular basis
Ongoing search engine optimization
Update all program details, page content and calendars as needed
Develop new pages for upcoming events or other needs
Create, edit and manage all online fillable forms
Work cooperatively as part of Advancement team to achieve team and organizational goals.
Support team with content and format development for fundraising and event appeals including stories, themes, layout and printing
Capture stories about Missions Inc. Programs – residents, clients, volunteers and staff – through photos, videos, and writing
Develop content including newsletters, annual reports, press releases, event promotional materials, program brochures etc.
Work with vendors for all printing and promotional needs
Oversee production of biannual print newsletters coordinating the project through print, mail and internal distribution
Collaborate with Advancement team to determine Monthly Mission e-newsletter stories and themes