Marketing & Communications Specialist

Sisters of Charity Health System•Canton, OH

7d•$52,000 - $58,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Childhood Resource Center (ECRC) is seeking a creative and strategic full-time Marketing and Communications Specialist to join our team. This role is ideal for an experienced and engaging storyteller who thrives in fast-paced environments and is eager to contribute to the growth of a mission-focused organization. Candidates must have a strong background in communications, with demonstrated experience developing compelling content across multiple channels. This individual will be responsible for producing high-quality written, visual, and digital materials that tell our story, strengthen our brand, and connect with key audiences, while ensuring consistent messaging and brand alignment, among other responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications/public relations, or similar relevant field. Significant related work experience may be considered, in lieu of degree.
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in communications, marketing, content creation, or other related work; Be prepared to share samples of completed projects.
Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to accuracy.
Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices, with demonstrated experience in social media management.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (preferred) and/or Canva required.
Familiar with Constant Contact or similar mass email marketing platform.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
Proven communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Detail-oriented with strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to participate within a diverse, multi-departmental team.
Solid computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications (including Excel).
Commitment to ethical and confidential conduct.
Passionate about the Early Childhood Resource Center mission.
Must be able to work occasional evening or weekend hours to support organization events.
Must hold a valid Ohio driver’s license.
Must pass pre-employment physical, background check, and drug screen.
May occasionally need to move up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Photography, photo editing, and video production skills preferred.
Demonstrated research and analytical capabilities; grant writing experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with the Director of Communications and Fund Development to plan and then execute marketing campaigns that are aligned with organization objectives.
Develop and then implement content calendars to ensure consistent and timely communication.
Work cross-departmentally to develop and distribute dynamic written, visual, and multimedia content for marketing campaigns, impact stories, annual appeals, annual reports, internal and external newsletters, donor communications, press releases, marketing and communications emails, promotional materials, the marketing of Sprout Learning Backpacks, and all other print and digital collateral to enhance organizational awareness and engagement. This includes creating visually compelling fliers, brochures, ads, and other materials that are consistent with brand identity, as well as conducting interviews, gathering stories, and otherwise highlighting impact through moving narratives.
Manage all organization social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.), developing content calendars; creating engaging posts; responding to comments and messages; monitoring analytics; and ensuring consistent messaging aligned with organization values.
Make regular content updates to the ECRC website, coordinating with the website developer as needed, to ensure the site conveys the latest news/events and reflects the organization’s brand.
Monitor website/social media analytics and manage key communications data points to inform content/marketing strategy and improve reach.
Lead internal and external communications efforts, including assisting with media outreach/relations; drafting communications procedures; and executing strategic plan tactics.
Capture and edit photos and videos of events, programs, etc. for use in impact stories and other marketing across communication channels.
Assist in drafting and editing grant proposals/reports and related materials.
Maintain up-to-date distribution lists (press, mailing, Constant Contact, etc.) and support the preparation and facilitation of (print and digital) mailings.
Manage the library of marketing collateral/brand assets and promotional item inventory.
Perform other duties as assigned.