Description

JOB TITLE: Director – Communications, Marketing, and Events

MISSION STATEMENT: To be a beacon of light by transforming lives in the Vincentian spirit of charity, justice, and mercy through interpersonal connectivity.

SUMMARY: As part of the Development Department, the Director of Communications, Marketing, and Events reports to the Chief of Development (COD). Within a culture of generosity and philanthropy, the position works closely with the COD to create, and implement a comprehensive donor centric development plan that integrates communications, events, volunteerism, giving, and stewardship with a goal toward annually increasing private giving. Under the strategic and creative direction of the COD, the position will be responsible for managing and stewarding direct mail solicitations, on-line and monthly giving, social media, the St. Vincent de Paul CARES web site, internal and external print and electronic communications, and fundraising events. The position will represent the Development Department and the Agency at various community events; will assist with coordinating engagement between St. Vincent de Paul CARES Conferences and community organizations. The Director of Communications, Marketing, and Events ensures that the projects and programs for which she/he is responsible align with the organization’s strategic plan, fundraising goals and objectives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at this time)

Communications, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Stewardship 

· Produce and edit agency print publications and collateral; including, but not limited to the annual report, donor handouts, SSVF collateral pieces, and program collateral pieces

· Create and steward relationships with media outlets to benefit the goals and brand recognition of the organization

· Proactively communicate with the media to ensure SVdP CARES recognition

· Maintain graphics for fleet vehicles, and signage for agency

· Manage the donor database

· Manage constituent records 

· Assist with prospect research

· Manage in memory of donations

· Manage social media and electronic communications, and provide annual strategy for social media campaigns/communications with an emphasis on private engagement and investment

· Manage the website in coordination with IT, assess user analytics, and adapt messaging/functionality as appropriate to grow private engagement and investment

· Manage direct mail campaigns

· Manage the creation and delivery of external e-mail communications 

· Manage the stewardship for the department, inclusive of providing the Special Works Board with stewardship opportunities

· Ensure sponsorship, individual/corporate funding communications/marketing deliverables are met; i.e., press releases, web postings, signage, etc. 

· Provide text for marketing deliverables to COD/grant writers to include in proposals and grants upon request 

· Prepare and send annual tax letters to donors

· Prepare and distribute collateral and communications pieces for event invitations, promotions, advertising, programs, follow up communications, and planned giving 

· Create and acquire branded resources such as note cards, signage, etc. for donor relations and events

· Upon request, represent the COD in the community, and assist with community partner engagement 

· Provide agency tours to select groups when requested

Event Management

· Coordinates, implements, and provides post event assessments for 2 annual major fundraising.

· Manages event budgets.

· Provides support to, represents the agency at, and provides follow up reports/stewardship for third party fundraising events.

· Organizes special agency events, such as press conferences, open houses and dedications, and agency tours.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

· This position has a dotted line supervisory role to the data analyst in the IT department.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Comply with all applicable training requirements

· Comply with all company safety, personnel and operational policies and procedures

· Comply with work schedule to ensure effective operations of Agency programs 

· Contributes positively as a member of a productive and cooperative team

· Actively participate in the PQI System

· Performs other duties as necessary to fulfill the mission of St. Vincent de Paul CARES 

Employee Benefits: 

· 95% Employer paid Employee only coverage (zero ded, $10 co pay plan) 

· 10k Employer paid Basic Life insurance 

· 120 hrs PTO accrued biweekly starting at day 1 of employment 

· 13 Paid Holidays to include Employee’s birthday and Date of Hire 

· We also have various retention and referral bonuses 

· 2 weeks paid training to include DEI initiatives 

· Flexible schedules in most positions 

· 3% Employer match after 6 months 

· We also offer Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital, ID Shield, Legal Shield, Additional Life, FSA Medical, and FSA Dependent Care 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.) 

· Able to speak, write and understand English 

· Possess basic computer skills

· Must be sensitive to and respect cultural diversity amongst clients, staff and volunteers and able to work with diverse racial, ethnic and economic groups

· Flexible work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays

· Ability to set appropriate limits, work under deadlines and multi-task

· Ability to organize, prioritize, self-motivate, and deliver results

· Excellent communication and listening skills

· Possess strong work ethics

· Successfully pass Law Enforcement background screening 

· Valid Florida driver’s license if driving an agency vehicle or a personal vehicle for company business

· Must have reliable transportation

· Participate in Agency Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) program and Accreditation/ Reaccreditation process

· Mission-driven attitude supplemented with integrity and passion

· Adherence to the highest ethical standards, personally and professionally 

· A high level of openness and willingness to receive feedback/suggestions from superiors and others, and to learn new skills to improve job performance

· Evidence of deep alignment with the St. Vincent de Paul CARES Mission and Values 

ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.) 

· Commitment to working with diverse populations, and inclusion

· Experience developing and implementing digital and print communications materials

· Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills

· Able to work interdependently and with a passionate development supervisor who thrives on success

· Flexibility in a growing organization

· Proficiency in all aspects of Microsoft office, Publisher, Word, Excel, Adobe and PDS

· Proficiency with Illustrator and Photoshop

· Proficiency with all forms of digital communications, including website, social media, and mobile messaging

· Open to learning and professional development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

· This position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited University and/or Communications experience. 

GENERAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made, if appropriate, to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of job. Working in an office/site requires prolonged sitting at the computer workstation, standing, bending, reaching, lifting up to 20 lbs. and some driving. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office machines such as computers, fax machines, calculators, telephones, and other office equipment. It is also required to regularly sit, speak, and listen, the employee is also required to walk, use hands and fingers to type, operate equipment, and maintain records and notes. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

MENTAL DEMANDS: Must handle new and diverse work problems on a daily basis. Personal maturity is an important attribute. Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure. Must have the ability to listen objectively to people, perceive the real problem and assist in bringing issues to a successful conclusion. Must relate and interact with, volunteers, clients, contractors, visitors and employees at all levels within the Agency. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Environment will occasionally become noisy due to equipment operations and interactions among clients and staff. There may be the possibility of being exposed to communicable disease, possible exposure to verbal abuse or similar behavior from residents/clients. On an as needed basis, employees may be called upon to work outside of the established work schedule or work odd hours. All information associated with the Agency is confidential. 

St. Vincent de Paul CARES is an Equal Opportunity Employer.