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Chicago, IL - USA

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USD 50000 - 60000

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Job Description

Communication Manager
Title: Communication and Marketing Manager
Location: Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation
Reports To: Director of Mission Advancement

Organization Background:
The Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) mission is: Rooted in the spirituality of the Precious Blood we restore human dignity through hospitality hope and healing.

We work as agents of reconciliation to:
Build relationships among youth and families impacted by violence and/or conflict
Create safe spaces where people can experience radical hospitality hope and healing and
Promote a restorative approach to conflict and build a sense of community.

For more information please visit .

Position Overview:

PBMR is seeking a passionate and skilled Communication and Marketing Manager to join our team. The Communication and Marketing Manager is responsible for creating and implementing communication and marketing plans to ensure that PBMRs story and mission is shared effectively with all partners and stakeholders. This key role will report directly to the Director of Mission Advancement and will be responsible for implementing comprehensive communications strategies to promote and share the work of PBMR and elevate the needs of the community.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications:
  • Manage all aspects of communication and marketing within the PBMR network by being in relationship and communication with various stakeholders staff participants and partners invested in the work of hospitality hope and healing in the community.
  • Develop an annual communications plan to effectively engage stakeholders in an intentional manner that furthers the mission and brings needed support to the Back of the Yards/New City and Englewood Communities.
Content Creation and Management:
  • Manage PBMR social media accounts (Facebook Instagram LinkedIn etc.) to share program updates information and connect with followers
  • Write and design monthly PBMR e-newsletters to share highlights and stories in the ministry with donors and supporters in the broader PBMR network
  • Write and coordinate the design of PBMR print communications both internal and external (Including but not limited to annual reports post cards appeal mailers brochures banners flyers etc.)
  • Manage the PBMR website through updating information building pages for new programs monitoring inquiries form and strengthening PBMRs digital visibility
  • Document events and program updates around PBMR through photography written narrative interviews video and other creative outlets
  • Manage database of PBMR photos videos and archives

Community and Media Relations:
  • Serve as communications liaison with community partner organizations and stakeholders to foster strong collaboration in mission of restorative justice
  • Maintain and grow PBMRs presence in the media through fostering relationships with local and national media outlets reporters and other relevant media outlets
  • Create press releases manage media inquiries and coordinate all written phone and video interviews to ensure that the work of PBMR is being shared effectively and accurately through media outlets
  • Serve as liaison and facilitator for all partnerships in written visual photo and video documentation of the work and community of PBMR

Fundraising Support:
  • Serve in a leadership role along with Director of Mission Advancement to plan and execute successful donor engagement and fundraising events.
  • Coordinate fundraising event logistics (vendors off-site facilities etc.) and program development (i.e. speakers entertainment etc.)
  • Develop and implement communication plans for fundraising campaigns and events through print digital and environmental visual and written communications.
  • Collaborate with members of the mission advancement team to ensure direct mail grant applications reports appeals etc. are accurate engaging and reflect PBMR voice.

Other Communications Support:
  • Support various PBMR programs in communicating events offerings and updates with various stakeholders as needed.
Qualifications:
  • Ability to be a good steward of resources (receipts credit cards office computers & equipment supplies etc.)
  • Excellent writing editing and verbal communication skills. (Mission Advancement)
  • Proficient computer use including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word etc.) social media platforms web site maintenance etc.
  • Graphic design experience a plus
  • Always maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrate a high attention to detail & thorough in completing work tasks.
  • Must be able to work both independently and as part of the PBMR team.
  • Experience developing and retaining relationships with partner organizations media donors etc.
  • Imaginative dynamic professional with a passion for the PBMR mission.
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Knowledge of nonprofit organizational and program development. (Mission Advancement)
  • Creative and self-starting about how to expand the reach and mission of PBMR (Mission Advancement)
  • Knowledge of Chicago & communities with histories of violence experience in Back of the Yards & Englewood neighborhoods preferred.
  • Interest in and commitment to restorative justice principles (Mission Advancement)
  • Strong understanding of digital marketing social media and website management. (Mission Advancement)
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Communications Marketing Public Relations or a related field. (Mission Advancement)

Other details:
  • Ability to successfully complete and pass a background screening prior to being hired.
  • Flexible schedule - this position requires some nights and weekends.

Physical Requirements:
  • Required to stand walk and sit; talk or hear both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop kneel bend crouch and lift up to 25 pounds.

Benefits:
  • Comprehensive competitive salary
  • Health insurance Dental insurance and vision coverage
  • Cell phone and mileage reimbursement
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Generous paid time off (personal vacation sick holiday etc.)

How to Apply:Application Instructions
To apply for the Communication Manager position please submit the following materials:
  1. Acurrent resumehighlighting relevant experience and skills.
  2. Acover letterthat outlines your interest in the role your alignment with our mission and your qualifications.
  3. Awriting sample(13 pages) that showcases your ability to communicate clearly and compellingly. This may include a press release blog post newsletter social media campaign or similar piece relevant to nonprofit communications.
Please compile these materials into a single PDF and submit. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Rooted in the Spirituality of the Precious Blood PBMR honors its Catholic traditions and principles of justice peace and reconciliation while committing to being radically inclusive of people of all faiths backgrounds religions races gender identities sexual orientations abilities and experiences. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends to all aspects of employment including recruitment hiring promotions training and development.
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