COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST - INTERGRATED MARKETING & SPECIAL PROJECTS
About The Position
The Illinois Power Agency is seeking a Communications Specialist- Integrated Marketing and Special Projects. The position will work under the direction of the Chief Strategy and Communications Officer and Communications Manager to develop proactive and strategic content that aligns with the IPA’s vision and mission. This position reports to the Communications Manager. The Illinois Power Agency is an independent State Agency created in 2007 to develop annual plans to ensure adequate, reliable, affordable, efficient, and environmentally sustainable electric service for Illinois residents and to increase the development of renewable energy generation in Illinois. The Agency also conducts procurements and administers programs that implement the State Renewable Portfolio Standard, including the Illinois Shines Program. Illinois Shines provides incentives for the development of distributed generation solar and community solar projects that meet program criteria. The program includes special categories for projects located at public schools, community solar projects that involve significant community involvement, and projects submitted by equity eligible contractors. For more information about the Illinois Power Agency, please our website at https://ipa.illinois.gov. For more information about Illinois Shines, please visit the program website at https://illinoisshines.com.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in marketing or communications.
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Proficiency using design software such as Canva.
- Familiarity with e-mail marketing platforms
- Highly driven and results oriented.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong ability to absorb and process information quickly.
- Background in content creation for web and social media.
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional project management skills.
- Ability to keep up with current trends in media and communication.
- Capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently.
Responsibilities
- Work with the Chief Strategy and Communications Officer and Communications Manager to develop and implement strategies for the Agency’s social media channels.
- Manage the IPA Message from the Director communication platform.
- Manage the IPA staff meeting communication platform.
- Support the Chief Strategy and Communications Officer on strategic bureau-led projects.
- Support the Communications Manager in the planning, development, and maintenance of website projects.
- Manage the workflow process for IPA LinkedIn and manage the day-to-day operation of the LinkedIn page.
- Develop digital media assets for employee engagement and culture building.
- Review social media posts for IPA Program Administrators.
- Support the development of the Agency’s Annual Report, ensuring accessibility and proper formatting of images and footnotes.
- Work within the Agency’s e-mail marketing platform to format and distribute internal communications, stakeholder communications, and newsletters.
- Report and reference key performance indicators for email and social media.
- Work closely with other bureaus within the Agency on initiatives involving employee onboarding, internal branding, internal communication, and heritage month celebrations.
- Work closely with the Illinois Office of Communication and Information and Department of Human Services’ Print Shop to submit draft designs and orders for print materials.
- Use Canva templates to create on-brand graphic designs and layouts for print and digital materials.
- Stay informed of current social media trends and provide recommendations for new and emerging social opportunities.
- Review and edit written materials as needed, under the direction of the Chief Strategy and Communications Officer and Communications Manager.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned that relate to the duties enumerated above.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
