Our Client is hiring a Communications Coordinator to join their non-profit organization.  As the Communications Coordinator, you will play a vital role in advancing the mission of the organization by managing and enhancing the organization's communication strategies. You will work closely with the Executive Director to ensure that messaging is clear, engaging, and effectively reaches its target audiences. This role involves overseeing the website, social media, media relations, and content creation, as well as coordinating event promotions and administrative support.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Website Management

• Oversee WordPress software and maintain the content and functionality of the Client’s website, ensuring that information is current, relevant, and engaging.
• Coordinate with web developers and designers for updates and improvements via Asana. 

Social Media Management

• Manage and schedule media requests from local and regional media outlets, including coordinating interviews and press conferences with Client’s clients.
• Develop and maintain relationships between Client’s members, media professionals, and social media outlets (ie. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) while operating and strategizing content for Client’s social media accounts to enhance the organization’s media presence across various platforms.
• Monitor social media trends and interactions, providing regular reports on outreach, engagement, and feedback to the Executive Director.

Stakeholder Outreach

• Collaborate with news publications, independent contractors, including PR firms and media consultants, to ensure accurate and effective media coverage of Client’s events and initiatives.
• Draft and broadcast policy initiative, supplier diversity opportunities, and regular updates to Client’s membership, clients, and various stakeholder groups, ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging.
• Develop targeted communication strategies for different audience segments.

Content Creation

• Utilize Canva and Mailchimp to draft, edit, and proofread press releases, and create flyers, draft posters, craft monthly newsletters (at minimum - monthly), and create emails for the Executive Director’s review.
• Create an inventory bank of compelling content, photography and videography, that aligns with Client’s brand, voice, and mission.

Press and Outreach Archive

• Organize and archive all Client press releases, media coverage, and outreach materials.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of past communications for reference and analysis using organization’s CRM software.

Event Promotion

• Plan and execute promotional strategies for BBEC events, including creating marketing materials and managing event-specific communication channels such as managing event registrations and RSVPs for programming, networking, and workshops. 
• Coordinate with event organizers to ensure effective promotion and media coverage.

Reporting and Analysis

• Provide weekly and quarterly reports on communication activities, including media coverage, social media metrics, and outreach effectiveness.
• Analyze communication strategies and outcomes to continuously improve engagement and impact.

Administrative Support

• Assist with administrative tasks as required, including scheduling meetings, coordinating with other departments, and supporting organizational initiatives.
• Perform other ad hoc tasks as assigned by the supervisor or Executive Director.