Madison Park Development Corporation (MPDC) is a 55-year old community development corporation (CDC) that primarily serves the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston. Our mission is to foster a vibrant, healthy Roxbury neighborhood that supports the well-being and advancement of the community. As a leading developer in the community-based non-profit sector we have developed and preserved 1,400 units of quality, mixed-income housing, commercial space and 2 community facilities. We also offer a robust array of community action programs that include resident leadership and engagement, youth development, health equity and wellness, financial literacy, and arts and culture programming. The organization currently employs over 30 full time staff members.

The Communications and Marketing Manager has responsibility for three key areas at MPDC:

• Public and External Partner Relations
• Marketing, Communications & Branding
• Support for Virtual & Public/Outward Facing Events

The Communications Manager is responsible for coordinating all external communications (including newsletters, Eblast emails, communications to constituents (i.e., fundraising appeals, event announcements, etc.), print & digital marketing design and campaigns (including website & social networks), and all outward facing virtual & public events across the entire MPDC organization. MPDC departments supported included Resource Development, Community Action, Real Estate, Hibernian Hall, The Dewitt Center, and MPDC in general. The Communications Manager works closely with program directors to support and maintain MPDC’s public image, consistent branding and valued relationships.

Reports to: Deputy Director

Status: Full time, Exempt

Location: Roxbury, MA

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000

Responsibilities:

• Manage, implement a year-round Communications strategy that compellingly articulates the mission, work, and impact of MPDC to our residents, community partners, media, donors, and other external stakeholders.

o Manage the creation and distribution of vibrant monthly newsletter including obtaining content & visuals from staff.

o Manage all external e-blast/email communications to MPDC subscriber list, including all Resource Development, Dewitt & Hibernian Hall communications (performance announcements, annual appeals, major donor communications, etc.).

• Provide monthly reports on Communications activities through data analysis and summary of public relations to board members and senior staff.
• Create and maintain key relationships with media, proactively pitch stories to media outlets (press releases, op-eds, etc.), and handle all requests for interviews, media appearances and public statements from MPDC staff & board.
• Support special projects, programs, and organizational initiatives under the direction of the CEO.
• Manage budget in collaboration with CEO, workplans, and direct supervision of all communications related vendors and consultants, including but not limited to web developer, graphic designer and print contracts.

o Manage MPDC website, digital marketing, social media platforms, including audience and engagement.

• Manage branding and digital & print collateral for program events and fundraising campaigns.
• Supervise and direct the work of a part time Communications Associate

o Support MPDC organizational virtual & public events while supporting staff to execute their event vision, goals, and outcomes.

• Maintain communications policies and procedures

Qualifications:

· 3-5 years of experience in Communications

· be proficient in WordPress, Canva, HootSuite, Outlook, Constant Contact

· Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills; knows how to craft and tell stories

· Experience supporting development and management of budgets

· Experience selecting and managing vendors and consultants

· Experience developing communications plans and supporting strategic planning implementation

· Highly collaborative style

· Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, board members, volunteers, donors, community partners, and other supporters

· Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives

· Ability to work within time constraints and manage multiple projects at once

Benefits:

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with an excellent benefit package including four weeks paid vacation; paid holidays; generous cost sharing for medical insurance, 401k plan with generous match, and much more! MPDC staff members are reporting to work at our Roxbury, MA office, with telecommuting options available for hybrid work. Please submit a resume and cover letter to HR@madison-park.org

Visit our website at www.madison-park.org for more information about MPDC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Roxbury, MA 02119 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Roxbury, MA 02119: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Roxbury, MA 02119