Development and Communications Associate

Seamen's Society For Children and Families•New York, NY

just now•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development and Communications Associate supports all aspects of the Development Department’s work, including fundraising initiatives, donor communications, and marketing efforts. Responsibilities include creating graphic and written content for digital and print media, managing email campaigns and website content, assisting with donor engagement and fundraising campaigns, and overseeing marketing vendor relations. The ideal candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about Seamen’s Society’s mission, communications, social media, and upcoming media trends.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or related field preferred
A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in marketing, communications, or nonprofit development preferred
Proficiency in social media platforms, Canva, and Microsoft Office Suite required
Experience with Donor Perfect CRM and Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of social media, digital marketing, and web trends
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
Ability to travel throughout the community as needed; valid driver’s license preferred.
Must be available to work occasional nights and weekends as needed

Responsibilities

Develop marketing materials and presentations to support donor engagement and fundraising initiatives
Lead the creation and production of The Anchor – Seamen’s Society’s annual newsletter
Collaborate with program staff to gather and translate impact stories and data into compelling content for donor campaigns
Create and produce graphics, videos, and multimedia content to support campaigns, events, and promote storytelling
Manage and update website content, online forms, and social media platforms to ensure consistency and engagement
Plan, draft, schedule, and send email marketing campaigns
Plan, draft, schedule, and post social media marketing campaigns
Monitor and analyze performance metrics across digital channels (email, social media, and website) for analysis and reporting purposes
Coordinate with marketing vendors and oversee related purchasing
Support the development and execution of integrated marketing and fundraising campaigns
Identify and recommend new digital media opportunities and platforms to enhance reach and engagement
Capture photo and video content at agency events and programs for campaign use
Assist with media outreach, updating and maintaining media/press contact lists
Provide administrative assistance to the CDO, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and managing correspondence as well as other special projects as needed
Support the planning and execution of fundraising events, including logistics, vendor coordination, registration, and participant engagement
Maintain and update contacts records and donor data within CRM and database systems
Perform data entry, list management, and reporting to ensure accurate outreach
Process purchase orders and assist with budget tracking/expense management
Ensure compliance with the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethics, IRS regulations, and organizational gift acceptance and acknowledgment policies
Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned within scope of role
Represent the organization at internal and external events, including occasional evenings and weekends
Support participation in community events and networking opportunities to build relationships and increase awareness of Seamen's Society’s programs
Cultivate and maintain relationships with community organizations on Staten Island and Brooklyn.
Serve as an agency representative on committees supporting community events and initiatives