Young Women's Christian Association
Marketing and Communications Manager
Young Women's Christian Association, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Position: Marketing and Communications Manager
Hours/Week: 40
Schedule: Monday -- Friday 9:00 AM -- 5:00 PM
Compensation: $22-24/hour
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Direct Reports: None
Posted date: 7/11/2024
Internal Job Code: DEV-MARKT-MANG
Are you passionate about eliminating racism and empowering women? Transform your passion into action. We're looking for someone who wants to use their skills to tell stories that elevate our mission.
Organization Overview
Since 1906 YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women -- all women -- will lead to stronger families and communities. YWCA is Utah's most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children's programs, and a vast array of supportive services. In addition to our work in the area of family violence, the YWCA also reaches out broadly into the community with offerings for every woman, including a nationally accredited child care and early education center, leadership opportunities for women at all life stages, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life.
Mission: YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women,
and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Position Summary
The Marketing and Communications Manager, under the direction of the Chief Development Officer, is responsible for external marketing and communications across YWCA Utah. This includes managing all YWCA print publications, maintaining and strengthening the YWCA's online presence (website and social media), and working with the press to maximize media coverage.
Essential Job functions
Update and maintain website for all of YWCA Utah. This will require close collaboration with program directors across the organization.
Maintain regular posts on all social media channels to elevate our work, ensure survivors and marginalized folks can access our resources, and drive donations.
Work with the CDO to develop a strategy for ongoing blog posts, including inviting Program Directors and Leadership Team to write content.
Design and develop print and digital newsletters for general audience, donors, and policy/advocacy listserv.
Oversee all marketing and communications related to signature events, like LeaderLuncheon and Candy Cane Lane.
Work closely with Development Team on campaigns and fundraising appeals to raise funds and reac h development goals.
Write, edit, and distribute media outreach, including press releases, PSAs, and advisories.
Coordinate responses to all media inquiries and work closely with the YWCA Speakers' Bureau.
Ensure consistent branding and language on all communications and materials.
Work with graphic designers, printers, and other vendors on projects as necessary.
Take an active role in the successful execution of key YWCA events, taking on assignments wherever needed.
Competencies and Essential Skills
To be successful in this job, you will excel in these areas:
Commitment to YWCA's mission: a strong commitment to YWCA's mission to eliminate racism and empower women.
Eye for Design: creative thinking with good visual skills to design materials that support the goals of programs, campaigns, and events.
Compelling and Concise Language: excellent communication and experience communicating to a variety of audiences through different avenues.
Highly organized tim -management: able to demonstrate an effective system for managing an ambitious workload and identify and proactively address priorities.
Attention to detail: Commitment to accuracy in communications, follow-through to maintain credibility and trust, exemplify high standards for performance and personal responsibility.
Flexible mindset: willingness to learn new skills and think outside the box to support various projects. The right candidate will be comfortable working independently and on projects with team members. Openness to working a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required at times to support events.
Compliance: Adhere to YWCA Utah's policies and is committed to act legally and ethically within the scope of the work.
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years' work experience in marketing and communications
An understanding of, and agreement with, YWCA Utah's mission, values and philosophy regarding the elimination of racism, empowerment of women and commitment to anti-oppression work and social justice.
Understanding and commitment to issues of cultural diversity and anti-racism.
Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis, some weekends and evenings required.
Excellent writing, interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframe.
Demonstrated experience functioning within multidisciplinary settings.
Skilled in establishing effective working relationships.
Ability to collaborate and invite collaboration.
Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution and problem solving.
Experience working in Adobe InDesign, Canva, and Squarespace a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a non-profit organization.
Physical/Sensory Demands
Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable kitchen environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand for long periods of time, lift heavy objects work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings.
Equal Opportunity Employer
YWCA Utah is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process due to disability, it is available upon request. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Hours/Week: 40
Schedule: Monday -- Friday 9:00 AM -- 5:00 PM
Compensation: $22-24/hour
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Direct Reports: None
Posted date: 7/11/2024
Internal Job Code: DEV-MARKT-MANG
Are you passionate about eliminating racism and empowering women? Transform your passion into action. We're looking for someone who wants to use their skills to tell stories that elevate our mission.
Organization Overview
Since 1906 YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women -- all women -- will lead to stronger families and communities. YWCA is Utah's most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children's programs, and a vast array of supportive services. In addition to our work in the area of family violence, the YWCA also reaches out broadly into the community with offerings for every woman, including a nationally accredited child care and early education center, leadership opportunities for women at all life stages, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life.
Mission: YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women,
and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Position Summary
The Marketing and Communications Manager, under the direction of the Chief Development Officer, is responsible for external marketing and communications across YWCA Utah. This includes managing all YWCA print publications, maintaining and strengthening the YWCA's online presence (website and social media), and working with the press to maximize media coverage.
Essential Job functions
Update and maintain website for all of YWCA Utah. This will require close collaboration with program directors across the organization.
Maintain regular posts on all social media channels to elevate our work, ensure survivors and marginalized folks can access our resources, and drive donations.
Work with the CDO to develop a strategy for ongoing blog posts, including inviting Program Directors and Leadership Team to write content.
Design and develop print and digital newsletters for general audience, donors, and policy/advocacy listserv.
Oversee all marketing and communications related to signature events, like LeaderLuncheon and Candy Cane Lane.
Work closely with Development Team on campaigns and fundraising appeals to raise funds and reac h development goals.
Write, edit, and distribute media outreach, including press releases, PSAs, and advisories.
Coordinate responses to all media inquiries and work closely with the YWCA Speakers' Bureau.
Ensure consistent branding and language on all communications and materials.
Work with graphic designers, printers, and other vendors on projects as necessary.
Take an active role in the successful execution of key YWCA events, taking on assignments wherever needed.
Competencies and Essential Skills
To be successful in this job, you will excel in these areas:
Commitment to YWCA's mission: a strong commitment to YWCA's mission to eliminate racism and empower women.
Eye for Design: creative thinking with good visual skills to design materials that support the goals of programs, campaigns, and events.
Compelling and Concise Language: excellent communication and experience communicating to a variety of audiences through different avenues.
Highly organized tim -management: able to demonstrate an effective system for managing an ambitious workload and identify and proactively address priorities.
Attention to detail: Commitment to accuracy in communications, follow-through to maintain credibility and trust, exemplify high standards for performance and personal responsibility.
Flexible mindset: willingness to learn new skills and think outside the box to support various projects. The right candidate will be comfortable working independently and on projects with team members. Openness to working a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, is required at times to support events.
Compliance: Adhere to YWCA Utah's policies and is committed to act legally and ethically within the scope of the work.
Qualifications
Minimum 2 years' work experience in marketing and communications
An understanding of, and agreement with, YWCA Utah's mission, values and philosophy regarding the elimination of racism, empowerment of women and commitment to anti-oppression work and social justice.
Understanding and commitment to issues of cultural diversity and anti-racism.
Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis, some weekends and evenings required.
Excellent writing, interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time, evaluate progress, and adjust activities to complete projects within established timeframe.
Demonstrated experience functioning within multidisciplinary settings.
Skilled in establishing effective working relationships.
Ability to collaborate and invite collaboration.
Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution and problem solving.
Experience working in Adobe InDesign, Canva, and Squarespace a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a non-profit organization.
Physical/Sensory Demands
Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable kitchen environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand for long periods of time, lift heavy objects work in a variety of environments, including outdoor settings.
Equal Opportunity Employer
YWCA Utah is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process due to disability, it is available upon request. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.