Communications Specialist

Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri is looking for a Communications Specialist. This is a full-time, hourly role with an extensive benefit package offered. The Communications Specialist coordinates and implements strategies to build strong brand awareness within the diocese and beyond. This role will oversee content creation, digital strategy, and all internal and external communications, ensuring alignment with Catholic Charities' mission and values. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Content Creation & Management: Develop and manage content across various platforms, including the agency's website and social media channels, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission. Design printed materials such as brochures, flyers, and program-specific collateral. Collaborate with other teams to highlight impactful stories and create cohesive messaging that promotes a culture of philanthropy. Internal & External Communications: Oversee internal and external communications to ensure clear, consistent, and effective messaging. Foster stakeholder engagement through impactful storytelling and transparent updates. Draft press releases, newsletters, and other written materials to strengthen relationships with donors, volunteers, and community partners. Social Media & Digital Strategy: Develop and implement a social media strategy to increase engagement and visibility. Manage social media accounts, creating tailored content for different audiences that drives interaction. Monitor analytics to track performance and adapt strategies for maximum impact. Brand Management & Outreach: Ensure brand consistency across all communications and marketing materials. Support community events and campaigns to amplify the organization's outreach efforts. Collaborate with the Executive Director by providing accurate and timely information to ensure alignment with Catholic Charities' values and mission in addressing media inquiries and crisis communications. Expectations Full-time staff members are required to attend their designated work site from Monday to Friday, typically from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Core working hours may be subject to change based on the specific role and the requirements of the program. Participates effectively as a team member through communication, cooperation, information sharing, and problem-solving. Attends and participates in staff trainings, meetings, activities, and programs as required. Utilizes common software and digital applications (Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, Teams, time-keeping software, etc.). Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises AmeriCorps members, interns, and volunteers as assigned. Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field. 2 years of experience in a communications or marketing role (nonprofit experience preferred). Strong knowledge of digital marketing, including website content management and social media platforms. Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) and familiarity with CRM or email marketing platforms. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an eye for detail and creativity. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations None required Other Qualifications Ability to successfully pass Family Care Safety Registry and criminal background checks and requires completion of the Protecting God's Children VIRTUS training session. Licensed to operate a motor vehicle and ability to meet agency auto insurance coverage requirements. Local travel may be required. Agency Identity and Mission The work of Catholic Charities serves as an expression of the ministry of evangelization of the Roman Catholic Church by serving the poor and most vulnerable in our society. Although staff are not to proselytize, they are, however, expected to be guided in every way by the teachings of the Catholic faith in their daily work. These include church teachings on abortion, sterilization, abstinence, and the sanctity of the family as well as fidelity to the Catholic ethical religious directive of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. In addition, all staff are invited to attend periodic Catholic Masses. As employees of Catholic Charities, it is further expected that staff will adhere to the Diocesan code of conduct. Employees are expected to not only perform duties consistent with the Doctrines of the Catholic faith, but outside of the workplace they are expected to refrain from publishing any communication in any form, electronic or otherwise, that affiliates them with Catholic Charities in a manner that is inconsistent with the doctrine of the Roman Catholic faith.