About us

The Redemptorists are a religious community of Roman Catholic priests and brothers whose mission is to preach the Good News to the poor and most abandoned throughout the world. Serving in more than 80 countries worldwide, the Redemptorists have been active in ministry for nearly 300 years.

Job Description

The Communications Specialist is responsible for producing and managing the Province’s digital and traditional communications to promote the Province’s mission, values, and needs to the public. Attention to communication within the Province and the broader Redemptorist world is also part of this position.

This is an ideal position for an entrepreneurial, highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail; and an ability to independently prioritize and simultaneously handle multiple tasks.

The successful candidate will be an energetic, mission-driven, strategic communications leader, able to work independently to accomplish organization-wide communications goals. They should be comfortable with long-term planning and goal setting regarding digital communications, executing the communications plan independently, establishing a strategic communications direction for the organization, and teaching best practices in communications to the organization.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

1. Write and edit copy for the Province’s website, www.redemptorists.net; manage the site (e.g., articles, obituaries, calendar events, parish missions, podcasts, saints’ days, etc.)

2. Manage and implement communications and promotions strategy across social-media accounts, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, and other social outlets

3. Design and manage the global website program (individual sites created for the Province’s parishes and retreat centers); provide training and consultation for program users

4. Edit and produce a monthly Province newsletter for confreres and donors

5. Cover significant events within the Province (e.g., ordinations), shooting photographs and writing news articles

6. Write and distribute press releases for the Province, as needed

7. Respond to informational requests

8. Manage daily podcast channels through proprietary podcast management site (Blubrry); assist with assigning English and Spanish podcasts and uploading/scheduling daily podcasts for publication

9. Produce and deliver monthly reports to leadership team detailing monthly statistics, project status, and long-term strategies

10. Assign, edit, and work with graphic designer to produce the annual Daily Lenten Devotions book

11. Work collaboratively with the North American Conference’s communication director as well as the General Government’s Communication Office.

12. Serve as an ex officio member of the Province’s Subcommittee for communication

13. Create and produce devotional literature and other outreach materials for various ministries, including but not limited to, Vocations, Evangelization, and Advancement

14. Create email campaigns to promote interest in the Redemptorists

15. Manage Dropbox photo library

16. Work with graphic designer to ensure brand and identity consistency

17. Serve as back-up to administrative team, as needed

Minimum Abilities Required

· Ability to work independently

· Detail-oriented

· Ability to self-direct, prioritize assignments, and multi-task

· Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Suite, Dropbox

· Proficiency in development and management of Social media platforms as well as websites

• Strong collaborative skills and the ability to interact with other office staff at all levels
• An ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• A general understanding of the administrative levels within the Catholic church, preferred

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Paid time off
• Casual dress
• Private medical/dental insurance

Expected start date: 4/15/2024

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000 per year

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or journalism, or equivalent in work experience
• Minimum 3 years communications specialist experience

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Location Type:

• In-person

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Communication Specialist: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person