Marketing and Communications Specialist

Paws For Purple Hearts • Anchorage, AK

404d • $41,600 - $47,840

About The Position

The Marketing & Communications Specialist at Paws for Purple Hearts is an entry-level role focused on supporting the organization's fundraising and communication efforts. This full-time position is essential for engaging with donors and volunteers, managing multiple projects, and contributing to the overall mission of improving the lives of veterans and service members. The specialist will be a key representative of the organization, responsible for maintaining professionalism and friendliness while meeting fundraising goals and assisting with various activities at the training facility.

Requirements

• An Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree or at least four years in the military is REQUIRED.
• Documented results in fundraising and/or communications, with training or coursework in fundraising, marketing, and public relations.

Nice To Haves

• Military background or experience;
• A minimum of two years in a fundraising/communication role with a nonprofit organization;
• Some experience in public relations and marketing in the military or nonprofit sectors;
• Strong experience in social media management and graphic design;
• Work in or knowledge of Post Traumatic Stress and/or mobility disabilities;
• Work in or knowledge of the Veteran community.

Responsibilities

• Help develop, implement and manage PPH's regional fundraising and communication efforts.
• Ensure that the regional fundraising goals are met by asking for individual gifts, organizing regional fundraising events, and researching, writing & tracking foundation grants.
• Implement PPH's PR and marketing plan utilizing staff, volunteers and connections at the regional level.
• Produce targeted marketing materials for social media, website, donors, volunteers and national development efforts.
• Update and maintain the regional social media pages.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Associate degree