This is a part-time position and is not eligible for insurance benefits. This position will be eligible and enrolled in IMRF - Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
Marketing & Communication Coordinator
The ideal candidate will know how to tell the NEF stories, build the NEF brand across multiple platforms, and manage multiple short- and long-term projects on deadline with great attention to detail.
Will report to the NEF Executive Director and work closely with the entire NEF team and select Board members to develop and execute on our marketing strategy.
This role is focused on two key objectives:
1. Tell NEF stories, build the NEF brand and engage audiences in the community

• Create and execute an integrated marketing plan in support of NEF programs, promotions and events across communication channels
• Social media, website, local media, e-newsletter, TALK203, community calendars, in school video monitors, and blogs
• Create, update and deliver relevant and engaging content across multiple communication channels to expand visibility in the community
• Photos, news and content updates on NEF website
• Engaging e-newsletter content to targeted audiences
• Press Releases
• Discover trending topics, community needs, and interests of target audiences
• Partner with schools, D203 staff, Home & School, HURRAH volunteers
• Coordinate school visits, promote NEF programs and enhance our brand awareness in the community
• Collect stories of NEF impact and observe NEF funds in action
• Work with NEF Development Coordinator to update and build constituent segmentation
• Strategically manage and measure social media presence and website metrics
• Represent NEF at school/community/alumni/ and NEF special events

2. Work effectively and collaboratively with NEF team to manage annual projects and events

• Collaborate with NEF team, Board of Trustees, and outside vendors to produce marketing materials; supporting the marketing and communications of all NEF grants, programs, special events, campaigns, scholarships, and alumni relations
• Manage creation of annual report, brochures, flyers, invitations, event scripts in close collaboration with NEF team
• Develop and execute marketing plan for our annual fundraising events, in close collaboration with NEF Team

Skills:

• Demonstrated computer and software skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, WordPress content management, and social media; Adobe Photoshop, Canva, Illustrator and InDesign proficiency is a plus
• 1-2 years’ communication/marketing experience or other relevant experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management, organizational and planning skills
• Ability to take initiative and seek out innovative ideas
• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
• Strong team player