Best Buddies in Massachusetts & Rhode Island
Manager, Communications and Stewardship
Best Buddies in Massachusetts & Rhode Island, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Overview
Job Title:
Manager, Communications and Stewardship
Department:
State Operations and Programs
Reports to:
State Director
Position Overview:
The manager, communications and stewardship is primarily responsible for developing the communications and awareness plans for Programs and Fundraising throughout the state, including Friendship Walk, Champion of the Year, and Gala events. The goals associated with this position are to create brand and mission awareness as well as supporting fundraising efforts through thoughtful communication plans and calls to action.
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with IDD. Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with IDD. Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 4 years relevant experience in general fundraising administration and planning and external communications including email, social media, and mail.
Strong project/time management skills - including planning, analysis, attention to detail, problem solving, and ability to effectively multitask
Strong persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Ability to provide quality results under pressure and strict deadlines
Proficiency managing multiple digital platforms, including content management systems, email marketing software, and social media tools
Basic photography and photo editing skills
Ability to shoot and edit video using a digital camera and video editing software
Ability to write and distribute a press release to targeted members of the media
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity/comfort with database management systems (i.e., Raisers Edge, Salesforce)
Initiative, dependability, drive for results, and self-assessment skills
Must be adaptable and able to quickly and effectively develop and balance multiple relationships, and get results from a variety of people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be comfortable engaging with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and working with them in a supporting role
Must be comfortable with frequent travel throughout the state, use personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities
Responsibilities
Programs
Supports the director, programs on communications for the statewide planning and standardization of program events and volunteer training
Ensures that program participants and staff are appropriately integrated into regional fundraising/awareness efforts and collaborates with program staff to ensure that donor stakeholder communications are highlighting local program efforts
Work with the director, programs to develop and facilitate statewide leadership training materials for volunteers
Support mission advancement and participation in all Best Buddies initiatives through coordinated communications and social media
Collaborate with state staff to develop materials for expansion of programs and engagement of participants, parents, employers, etc.
Development
Develop and maintain event communications content focused on recruitment and fundraising for Friendship Walk events
Create incentive-based communications aimed at maximizing participant fundraising
Develop content for participant fundraising tools including, but not limited to, participant fundraising resources, fundraising support tools
Coordinate with senior event staff as well as fund development staff on regional and local special event communications
Work with local and senior development staff and graphic designer to create content for event materials and digital visibility strategies
Collaborate with local and senior donor relations staff to create messaging for digital appeals including Giving Tuesday and year-end giving campaign
Support development staff on special events including but not limited to: publicity, event experience, communication, volunteer engagement
Work with staff to ensure compliance with donor relations “best practices,” including acknowledgements and special recognition
Support staff in writing copy for solicitation pieces, sponsorship decks, event marketing materials, and program resources
Assist in creating standardized calendar and timeline of programmatic and event activations including kickoffs, incentives, and communications
Marketing
Develops a comprehensive regional public awareness strategy, and works with local staff on its implementation
Creates a strong presence for Best Buddies statewide through public speaking, community involvement, public service announcements, social media campaigns, news releases, and other media initiatives
Oversees organization of local content and images for updates to state website
Oversees creation and distribution of local annual reports and e-newsletters
Develops and manages an annual communication and marketing plan through emails, social media, and direct mail campaign
Increases social media fans, followers, and overall virtual community engagement, in part, through segmenting Social Media effectively via region as well as by audience type
Build and maintain relationships with local media
Develops content for print and electronic promotional materials, event and program materials, including decks and slideshow presentations
Take/edit photos, record video, capture testimonials, live stream events
Ensures that donors and sponsors are highlighted on the appropriate event, state, and national websites and in state e-newsletters
Stay current with trends and best practices related to communications and marketing in the nonprofit sector
Operations
Maintains communication with State Director/Area Director with timely reports, quarterly goals, and other information as directed
Benefits Best Buddies is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
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Manager, Communications and Stewardship
Department:
State Operations and Programs
Reports to:
State Director
Position Overview:
The manager, communications and stewardship is primarily responsible for developing the communications and awareness plans for Programs and Fundraising throughout the state, including Friendship Walk, Champion of the Year, and Gala events. The goals associated with this position are to create brand and mission awareness as well as supporting fundraising efforts through thoughtful communication plans and calls to action.
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with IDD. Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with IDD. Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and minimum 4 years relevant experience in general fundraising administration and planning and external communications including email, social media, and mail.
Strong project/time management skills - including planning, analysis, attention to detail, problem solving, and ability to effectively multitask
Strong persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm
Excellent editing and proofreading skills
Ability to provide quality results under pressure and strict deadlines
Proficiency managing multiple digital platforms, including content management systems, email marketing software, and social media tools
Basic photography and photo editing skills
Ability to shoot and edit video using a digital camera and video editing software
Ability to write and distribute a press release to targeted members of the media
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity/comfort with database management systems (i.e., Raisers Edge, Salesforce)
Initiative, dependability, drive for results, and self-assessment skills
Must be adaptable and able to quickly and effectively develop and balance multiple relationships, and get results from a variety of people
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be comfortable engaging with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and working with them in a supporting role
Must be comfortable with frequent travel throughout the state, use personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities
Responsibilities
Programs
Supports the director, programs on communications for the statewide planning and standardization of program events and volunteer training
Ensures that program participants and staff are appropriately integrated into regional fundraising/awareness efforts and collaborates with program staff to ensure that donor stakeholder communications are highlighting local program efforts
Work with the director, programs to develop and facilitate statewide leadership training materials for volunteers
Support mission advancement and participation in all Best Buddies initiatives through coordinated communications and social media
Collaborate with state staff to develop materials for expansion of programs and engagement of participants, parents, employers, etc.
Development
Develop and maintain event communications content focused on recruitment and fundraising for Friendship Walk events
Create incentive-based communications aimed at maximizing participant fundraising
Develop content for participant fundraising tools including, but not limited to, participant fundraising resources, fundraising support tools
Coordinate with senior event staff as well as fund development staff on regional and local special event communications
Work with local and senior development staff and graphic designer to create content for event materials and digital visibility strategies
Collaborate with local and senior donor relations staff to create messaging for digital appeals including Giving Tuesday and year-end giving campaign
Support development staff on special events including but not limited to: publicity, event experience, communication, volunteer engagement
Work with staff to ensure compliance with donor relations “best practices,” including acknowledgements and special recognition
Support staff in writing copy for solicitation pieces, sponsorship decks, event marketing materials, and program resources
Assist in creating standardized calendar and timeline of programmatic and event activations including kickoffs, incentives, and communications
Marketing
Develops a comprehensive regional public awareness strategy, and works with local staff on its implementation
Creates a strong presence for Best Buddies statewide through public speaking, community involvement, public service announcements, social media campaigns, news releases, and other media initiatives
Oversees organization of local content and images for updates to state website
Oversees creation and distribution of local annual reports and e-newsletters
Develops and manages an annual communication and marketing plan through emails, social media, and direct mail campaign
Increases social media fans, followers, and overall virtual community engagement, in part, through segmenting Social Media effectively via region as well as by audience type
Build and maintain relationships with local media
Develops content for print and electronic promotional materials, event and program materials, including decks and slideshow presentations
Take/edit photos, record video, capture testimonials, live stream events
Ensures that donors and sponsors are highlighted on the appropriate event, state, and national websites and in state e-newsletters
Stay current with trends and best practices related to communications and marketing in the nonprofit sector
Operations
Maintains communication with State Director/Area Director with timely reports, quarterly goals, and other information as directed
Benefits Best Buddies is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
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