Communications Specialist, Financial Resource Development (FRD) & Programs Marketing

Description

Job description

Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming, inspiring and saving lives in the Palm Beaches and 70 countries around the world. Each year, Jewish Federation inspires thousands of community members to contribute, volunteer and participate in programs that generate more than $50 million to leading a powerful impact in the community.

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist, FRD & Programs Marketing is responsible for researching, writing, fact checking, editing and proofreading written communications for events and programs at the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. The Communications Specialist works with the Director, FRD & Programs Marketing and the Marketing team support the recruitment of Federation events and programs, as well as developing speeches and visual media that create inspiring and professional Federation programs. This includes consulting with colleagues, preparing remarks and presentations for programs and events, and creating pre- and post-event communications that strengthen attendees’ experience at Federation programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Work closely with Director of Communications and marketing creative team to maintain and continually reinforce Federation’s messaging, brand and voice.

· Write, edit, proofread and serve as internal consultant for program and event materials such as print collateral, web/digital updates, social media, event-chair speeches, outreach communications, special event invitations, and specific Federation department communications.

· Work with creative team to create compelling and informative slideshows that complement event speaker presentations.

· Utilize expertise to implement succinct, powerful and inspiring work product that reflects the familial and informal tone, voice and personality of the organization.

· Obtain information from print and digital resources as well as Federation professionals (who are internal subject matter experts) and translate it into clear, brief, and palatable messaging that resonates with the audience.

· Adapt messaging across multiple platforms, including print and online, as well as advertising copy, email blasts, marketing collateral and social media platforms.

· Make recommendations for value-added content based on consistent interaction with staff and lay leaders as well as agencies, synagogues, and other constituencies

· Support strategic Marketing plans pertaining to public relations, communications, advertising, and social media.

· Implement individual project plans and timelines and, in certain instances, may be asked to serve as project manager, specifically focusing on collaborating with multiple stakeholders and accomplishing set goals

· Aid in the monitoring and analysis of the success and effectiveness of marketing projects.

Qualifications and Success Factors:

· Minimum of 2-4 years writing sales/marketing copy for an advertising agency or marketing agency, or working as a copywriter in a dynamic product or service marketing organization.

· Outstanding written and oral communications skills; editing and proofreading a must.

· Ability to blend technical writing skills with a familial, conversational tone, voice and personality and to adapt writing style to target audience.

· Ability to develop and manage marketing project plans and timelines.

· Ability to thrive in a professional, fast-paced, and team-oriented work environment while comfortable working independently as needed.

· Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and operate effectively in a culture of rapid change.

· Strong organizational skills required.

· Strong knowledge and capability with MS Office (notably Word, PowerPoint and Excel).

· Strong knowledge of AP writing-style.

· Functional level of computer knowledge to comfortably adapt to organization’s database and business automation software tools.

· Desire to contribute in a meaningful way to a growing and thriving non-profit business.

· Ability to infuse Jewish culture, values, traditions and history, particularly relating to Israel, into his/her work.

Compensation and Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County currently offers the following benefits:

· A comprehensive benefits package including 15-25% of employee-only premiums paid for medical and dental and 100% of premiums paid for vision insurance.

· Federation contributions toward HSA accounts.

· Federation-paid Life/AD&D policy.

· Federation-paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance.

· Medical and