Job Summary
The External Communications Specialist will create written and multi-media content to help Solid Ground connect with donors, volunteers, program participants and the general public. Working in collaboration with the Communications staff and our partners in Resource Development and program departments, the Specialist will work on a combination of assigned and self-initiated projects to be published via Solid Ground’s website, blog, social channels, email blasts and other media and featured in event programs. The position will also pioneer improved communications with residents at Solid Ground housing facilities.
Essential Responsibilities, Duties & Tasks
40% Writing, Reporting
- Promote the work and positive impacts of Solid Ground’s programs and advocacy to community stakeholders, donors and general public by authoring blog posts, Eblast content, long-form pieces such as annual reports and community needs assessments and video or other multi-media productions
- Collaborate with staff from programs, Communications and Resource Development to identify stories, interview sources, research issues, draft pieces and participate in editorial process to refine and publish work
- Participate in the development and updating of Solid Ground’s key messages and communications strategies and integrate key messages and strategies throughout projects
25% Program outreach to participants
- Collaborate with Solid Ground programs to support marketing and content development to achieve their goals
- Support communications with residents at the Sand Point Housing campus. Help develop outreach materials for print and virtual media
15% Fundraising content
- Support the Resource Development department by collaborating on content for special events, fundraising campaigns and fundraising materials, to include talking points for public speakers, direct mail materials, brochures, handouts and more
10% Anti-racism organizing
- Participate as an active member of the Resource Development-Volunteer Services-Communications Anti-Racism Action Team. Work on the larger team and in small group settings to move group projects forwards
10% Administration/Internal Operations
- Participate in departmental, program and agency meetings and relevant trainings as required, including the cross-agency Communications Functional Leadership Team
- Represent Communications in meetings throughout the agency
- Other duties as assigned
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Percentage of time spent on responsibilities varies based on shift worked.
Note: Candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a portfolio showcasing their work
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