GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Coordinates fundraising and event marketing, providing public relations support and other functions for the agency across programs and roles to aid the Development Department.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with special events and fundraising activities.
- Social media, website, and print marketing assistance, Catholic publications, bulletins, etc.
- Proofreading and editing content.
- Ensure branding and messaging are in line with the Catholic worldview.
- Donor software data entry and reporting, as assigned.
- Support in coordination and oversight of community volunteers, as assigned.
- · Works with staff, Board of Directors, and other volunteers to support the implementation of fundraising strategies and activities.
- Participates as a committee and team member for activities that support the Development Department, Saint Michael’s Conference Center (SMCC), and Sacred Heart Veterans Village (SHVV).
- Assistance with the development and distribution of publications that include, but are not limited to, brochures, newsletters, and press releases.
- Compiles statistics and prepares various reports, as needed.
- Organizes daily work and outlines priorities based on department needs and deadlines as directed by the Development Director.
- Manages time and workload appropriately and meets deadlines.
- Participates in creating and documenting workflows and processes with the Development Director.
- Receives cross-training on various job assignments and substitutes for other employees, as required.
- Attends staff meetings and training sessions, as required.
- Performs job-related duties for department/program operations, as required.
- Organizes agenda and meeting minutes for assigned committee meetings.
- May require work on holidays, weekends, and evenings (approximately 2x per month)
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed.
All duties and responsibilities are judged to be essential functions in the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience: The position requires a minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in social media, marketing, or public relations. Grant writing and graphic design are preferred.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of non-profit agency services, and general operations.
- Knowledge of social media, marketing, and public relations functions and techniques.
- Strong computer skills, working with Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook, and ability to learn new software.
- Ability to use search engines and multiple websites.
- Strong typing skills.
- Ability to maintain records and files for reporting purposes.
- Knowledge of basic graphic design software, such as Canva.
- Ability to deliver public speeches and make detailed presentations.
- Good organizational and time management skills are imperative.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and other agencies.
- Ability to deal with sensitivity to the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics.
- Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.
- Ability to work independently and as a team and exercise good judgment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize.
- Ability to thoroughly follow through on assignments and meet deadlines.
- Ability and willingness to work in an ever-changing environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to talk and hear to effectively communicate with clients, staff, and payers, and communicate with supervisor in a timely manner.
- Must be able to walk low-moderate distances; sit for prolonged periods of time; use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and feel; reach with hands and arms.
- Must be able to lift/move up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to work in an environment with multiple staff, and in an environment that has a moderate noise level, and may experience moderate interruptions throughout the day while in the office.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Staff must abide by all policies and procedures of Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties, which includes the Agency’s stance on abortion, the Agency’s Mission and Vision, and the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy outlined by the Catholic Church and Code of Ethics.
Must pass all background and clearance checks including, but not limited to, a criminal background check, DHHS central registry clearance check, and others as deemed applicable, and must have a valid driver’s license.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental Insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- professional social media, marketing, or public relations: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
