Communications & Events Coordinator

Barnabas Center Inc• Fernandina Beach, FL, US, FL

3h•$0 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications and Event Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing communications (internal and external information), as well as the promotion of Barnabas Center programs and activities. Works with the President & CEO and leadership team to promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values a commitment to quality and service excellence.

Requirements

Excellent oral and written communications skills
Outstanding interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with diverse groups of people in a team-oriented environment
Proficiency in Microsoft office programs, including Word, Excel, Publisher, and Outlook
Proficiency in content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Adobe products, specifically InDesign)
Exceptional storytelling ability
Flexibility to manage multiple priorities
Must be able to work flexible hours
BA/BS in marketing, communications, or related field
Minimum of 3-to-five years communications/marketing experience, preferably in a non-profit organization
Experience must include strategic planning, communications planning and management, marketing, and media relations

Nice To Haves

Preference given to an individual with a minimum of 3-to-five years communications/marketing experience, preferably in a non-profit organization.

Responsibilities

Works in coordination with the President & CEO and outside expertise to develop and implement an annual written marketing and communications plan. Develop metrics to measure success and evaluate effectiveness of plan.
Works with the President & CEO and Chief Development Officer to draft and implement an annual, strategic, special events/activities plan that ensures the efforts and resources are utilized in a manner that provides the greatest impact for Barnabas Center.
Coordinates all social media activities for the agency and ensures that posts and messages are timely, appropriate, accurate and consistent with Barnabas’s messaging while engaging a third-party vendor.
Develops and writes content for press releases and monthly electronic newsletter along with Community Engagement Manger and Chief Development Officer.
Ensures that all external communications and marketing materials are consistent with Barnabas’s branding.
Liaison for third party communication firm.
Oversee digital platforms such as the Barnabas website and social media along with Community Engagement Manager and third-party vendor.
Manages all media contacts; cultivate relationships with media to ensure the most effective messaging for and positioning of Barnabas. Coordinates with the President & CEO and Chief Development Officer and outside expertise to manage the development, dissemination, and maintenance of the content of all print and electronic marketing and fundraising materials including but not limited to annual report, newsletters, brochures, signs, event promotional materials, donor/sponsor materials, website, etc.
Partners with the development team to create persuasive messaging for donor appeals, annual reports and grant proposals.
Works with program managers to develop and utilize story lines that effectively communicate the “story” of Barnabas and the people served.
Supports Barnabas Center Events: Timelines, organizational documents, print deadlines, vendor relations, manages work flow for events and community outreach activities, along with the development team and Community Engagement Manager.
Promotes a culture of safety and maintains a safe environment for employees, volunteers, and customers.
Fosters a culture in which personnel demonstrate the values of the organization in every aspect of their work and interactions with each other and customers.
Performs other related duties as assigned.