Communications Manager

The Communications Manager will carry out the mission of Indian River Habitat for Humanity by assisting the Chief Development Officer in managing activities related to communications, electronic and print outreach, and community-driven fundraising in order to meet the strategic and operational goals of the organization. Responsibilities will include stewarding and managing community-driven communications, leading social media strategy and execution, managing peer-to-peer fundraising events, and crafting family partner stories through interviews, photography, and writing.

Social Media, Writing, and Communication
Create, write, and archive compelling cross-functional content that informs and inspires IRHFH’s audiencethrough communication channels that include our website, newsletter, e-newsletter, and social media posts.
Conceive and research stories that cultivate and steward existing donors while inspiring new individualsand organizations to support Habitat’s work.
Help create and curate dynamic written, graphic, photography, and video content.
Create and send a monthly e-newsletter.
Assist the Chief Development Officer in developing appeals, collateral, and sponsorship opportunitycommunications

Events and Fundraising
In concert with the Chief Development Officer, lead Development’s peer-to-peer fundraising efforts(example: Women Build and Circle of Faith) to include managing the peer-to-peer platform, drivingstrategy, and motivating participants.
Participate and assist with all Development led events including wall raisings, home dedications, andfundraising events.

Community Fundraising
As the primary point of contact, lead annual fundraising for communities that support IRHFH throughhouse sponsorship, including overseeing monthly reporting for funds raised and volunteer hours (currentlyGrand Harbor and Orchid Island).
Respond to requests from community volunteer teams with the goal of maximizing their efforts andsupporting their efforts.
Assist annual strategy with regard to print appeals, e-appeals, events, and stewardship.
Draft community print and electronic appeals.
Oversee execution of community group communication with support from other Development staff.
With the Chief Development Officer, develop a strategy to reengage lapsed community groups and createliaisons with new community groups.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Experience building and sustaining relationships with volunteers, donors, and vendors
Effective written and oral communication skills
Advanced working knowledge of social media and social media analytics
Curious nature and willingness to try new ways of engaging donors and volunteers
Experience in creating compelling content that stewards and cultivates donors
Commitment to a high standard of ethics, including but not limited to maintaining a high level of confidentiality with information acquired about IRHabitat prospects, donors, and volunteers.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge and experience in Raiser’s Edge, strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience in the engagement of volunteers
Experience in interviewing individuals and translating that interview into various forms of content
Bachelor degree preferred
This is a full-time, non-exempt position requiring flexibility to work evening and weekend hours as needed for homebuyer wall raisings, home dedications, meetings, and projects. The Communications Manager will likely work, on average at least five days per week, Monday through Friday (40-hour work week).

Visit Indian River County Habitat For Humanity - Job Opportunities to apply or submit your cover letter and resume, to: [email protected] with “Communications Manager” in the subject line.

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