Communications & Community Outreach Associate

The Communications & Community Outreach Associate provides support for a broad scope of communications, marketing, outreach, and event-related activities to develop and implement strategic communications efforts for Home Front Military Network (HFMN). This position plays a key role in increasing awareness of HFMN programs, strengthening relationships with partners and stakeholders, supporting fundraising and outreach events, and ensuring consistent, high-quality communications across all platforms. The Communications & Community Outreach Associate duties include but are not limited to the following:

Strategic Communications & Marketing

·      Assist in the development and implementation of HFMN’s strategic communications plan, including communications and outreach with partner agencies, donors, consumers, and other stakeholders.

·      Write, coordinate, and manage print and electronic communications projects, including e-newsletters, website content, blog content, and other communications materials.

·      Develop graphics and content for e-newsletters, brochures, outreach and informational materials and distribute them to stakeholders.

·      Manage and maintain stakeholder contact lists.

·      Manage and update HFMN’s website and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.) to ensure content is current, accurate, and engaging.

·      Monitor, track, and report on website traffic, social media engagement, outreach metrics, and other communications data using tools such as Google Analytics.

·      Work with the HFMN case management team and Program Director to identify clients to feature as testimonials and share HFMN success stories across multiple platforms and formats.

Community Outreach & Partnerships

·      Coordinate and provide support for HFMN outreach activities, including maintaining outreach and event calendars, staffing outreach events, and tracking/reporting outreach metrics.

·      Provide planning and communications support for fundraising events and other outreach activities.

·      Coordinate with HFMN partners, VA, military installations, and other stakeholders regarding opportunities for collaborative outreach events.

·      Represent HFMN at military, veteran, and community events to conduct outreach and provide information about HFMN programs and resources.

·      Manage and maintain the Network of Care Community Calendar in collaboration with HFMN staff and partners to ensure events are current and accurate.

·      Coordinate with the Program Director to connect potential clients contacted through outreach events with the case management team, as appropriate.

·      Monitor the HFMN information email account and respond to inquiries or ensure communications are forwarded to appropriate staff members.

·      Participate in HFMN Event Committee and subcommittees.

·      Staff HFMN fundraising, outreach, and special events, as needed.

Other Duties

·      Perform other duties as assigned to support HFMN’s mission and operations.

Qualifications

·      2-year degree in Communications or related field.

·      1-2 years’ Experience working in the communications field

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.

·      Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Constant Contact, WordPress, survey tools (e.g., SurveyMonkey), and Google Analytics.

·      Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

·      Ability to network and build relationships with individuals, agencies, corporations, and other stakeholders.

·      Other combinations of experience and education that meet minimum qualifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or related field.

·      Experience working with nonprofit organizations.

·      Experience working with service members, veterans, and their families preferred.

The individual in this position must be able to work independently while also being a strong team player. A demonstrated commitment to HFMN’s mission of assisting service members, veterans, and their families is essential.

Supervisor

HFMN Development & Communications Director

Compensation

Salary range: $3,350-$3,750 per month based on experience

Benefits

·      HFMN offers Group Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, with a 75% employer match

·      Voluntary Vision Insurance

·      Colorado FAMLI Leave

·      Colorado Secure Savings – Optional

·      Generous Paid Time Off, accruing 10 hours a month to start

·      12 paid holidays per year