Communications & Events Manager

Friends of the Family • Waterloo, IA

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About The Position

The Communications and Events Manager is responsible for ensuring that communication and representation on behalf of FOF is professional, accurate and drives our vision forward.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate ability to organize, prioritize and plan work to meet deadlines.
• Ensure confidentiality is in place for all people FOF serves.
• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, communications, public relations or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to travel throughout the FOF service area to provide in-person advocacy services and to other locations within the state as necessary for training purposes.
• Ability to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the following preferred: victim services, fundraising and public speaking, Adobe, Canva, and videography.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local television, radio, and newspapers to ensure Friends of the Family is used as a local expert.
• Create and maintain SX Media Plan, as well as ensure successful execution.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and networking/outreach events on behalf of FOF.
• Lead organization’s marketing strategy (Vision / Values / Uniques) to mobilize the public and generate awareness of programming and the Friends of the Family brand.
• Work with staff to create clear messaging for the agency, as well as department/program specific presentations. Assists staff in delivering a clear message.
• Oversee and complete agency publications; newsletters, annual report, brochures, etc.
• Manages all FOF events including but not limited to; A Night In, Chefs Take a Stand, Putt an End to Homelessness, etc.
• Captures photos and videos of Friends of the Family staff and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees