Marketing and Events Assistant

Affordable Housing Alliance Inc•Neptune Township, NJ

About The Position

The Marketing & Events Assistant supports the execution of AHA’s communications and outreach strategy to promote the organization’s mission and programs while supporting fundraising and development initiatives. This role executes day-to-day communications activities and event logistics under the direction of the Head of Marketing & Communications. This hands-on role focuses on content creation, social media management, event coordination, and project support that promotes AHA’s mission, programs, and services across communications and outreach efforts.

Requirements

A degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, or a related field is helpful but not required. Strong writing, editing, and communication skills are required and may be demonstrated through work samples, prior experience, or other relevant work.
Proficiency with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
Highly organized with excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
This role will work extensively with digital tools used for communications and marketing, including: Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) Design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) Website content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Squarespace) Social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social) Office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
Experience with these tools or similar platforms, and/or the ability to learn and adapt quickly to new systems, is required for success in this role.
Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams, adapt to new tools and processes, and bring creative, solutions-focused thinking to day-to-day work
Motivated by work that supports communities and helps people access resources and services; flexible to attend occasional evening or weekend events as needed

Nice To Haves

Have lived experience with homelessness or housing insecurity, with insight into both the barriers and opportunities that come from these circumstances.
Demonstrate a passion for using personal experience to support others and advocate for meaningful change.
Offer a firsthand understanding of systemic challenges connected to poverty and economic insecurity.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of communications materials and digital content across platforms by completing hands-on production and publishing tasks under direction.
Draft and schedule social media posts using established messaging, tone, and content guidelines
Monitor and respond to comments and messages across social media platforms in a timely and professional manner
Review basic engagement metrics available through social media platforms and share observations about trends and performance with the Communications team
Assist with the creation of marketing and communications materials, including flyers, graphics, presentations, and other digital assets
Build and send email newsletters and announcements using established templates and tools
Manage and maintain email distribution lists, including updating contacts, removing duplicates or outdated entries, and supporting efforts to keep lists accurate and usable
Update website pages and post content using the organization’s content management system
Capture photos and short videos at events and programs for use in communications
Make routine content updates and revisions based on feedback and direction
Help to coordinate and support organizational events and outreach activities, serving as the primary point of execution under the guidance of the Head of Marketing & Communications.
Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, RSVPs, registration lists, materials preparation, and vendor coordination, with guidance and oversight
Prepare and distribute event-related promotional materials and communications
Serve as the primary on-site coordinator for events, supporting setup, breakdown, and day-of logistics
Track event-related expenses and receipts and assist with post-event documentation
Attend community events and outreach activities on behalf of AHA, as needed, to share information about programs, services, and upcoming initiatives
Provide organizational and administrative support to ensure communications and events work is executed efficiently and responsively.
Respond to incoming communications and event-related requests and route information appropriately
Help manage shared inboxes, calendars, and intake processes related to communications and events
Update project trackers, schedules, and content calendars as directed
Order materials and coordinate printing or distribution of communications assets
Maintain organized digital files, content libraries, and shared folders
Provide general administrative support within the communications function as needed