Director of Communications
AgeSpan
Formerly Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley/North Shore
At AgeSpan, You'll Find a Work Environment That Combines
Essential Functions: (Core duties or tasks that are fundamental and not marginal to the performance of the job)
AA/EOE
AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. It is important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve. We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
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Formerly Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley/North Shore
At AgeSpan, You'll Find a Work Environment That Combines
- A refreshing culture that is supportive, collaborative, and encouraging of diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
- A focus on innovation with a team recognized for developing and implementing innovative programs and novel solutions.
- Encouragement of your development through opportunities to get involved, use your voice, and gain new knowledge and skills.
- A satisfying balance between your work and personal life, including a flexible workplace, generous paid time off, and wellness programs.
- Flexible schedule and hybrid work opportunities
- Competitive salaries
- Healthcare (medical, dental)
- 403b Retirement Plan with agency match
- 20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, and 12 Paid Holidays
- Social Work Licensing Program
- License Renewal Paid by agency for RN's and Social Workers
- And MORE!
Essential Functions: (Core duties or tasks that are fundamental and not marginal to the performance of the job)
- Develop, implement, and continually assess and improve an annual communications plan in collaboration with Executive and Senior Leadership. This includes communications both internal and external to the agency, such as education and public relation materials, marketing efforts, use of social media, community education, and internal training and support for staff and at all levels of the agency;
- Partner with our Human Resources department to develop and implement strategies for effective communications with staff, volunteers, and interns, including but not limited to electronic communications and the agency intranet;
- Lead the development and distribution of material that engages multiple relevant audiences and increases awareness of the agency's mission, vision and services. This includes all print and electronic collateral, such as, but not limited to, an annual report, newsletters, brochures and the agency website;
- Collaborate with internal directors and managers to develop appropriate awareness and marketing materials for our diverse programs and services;
- Direct and manage all social media communications across multiple platforms;
- Collaborate with our Development department to coordinate, promote, and organize annual meetings and fundraising stewardship events to engage the agency's diverse audiences and stakeholders;
- Exercise judgement in prioritizing communications and marketing opportunities;
- Prepare talking points, speeches and other support material for the Executive Team as needed;
- Serve as the lead person on media interactions and other efforts to increase awareness and visibility of the agency;
- Manage a small communications team, which may include staff, interns, and volunteers to support the execution of the communications strategy
- Manage relationships with communications related vendors or consultants;
- Other related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related degree required. Master's degree preferred. A minimum of five years related experience required, with some portion in a communications leadership role.
- Experience in or substantial knowledge of the private, non- profit sector is a plus.
- Experience with website and newsletter production and message development required.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, supervisory and computer skills essential.
- A strong commitment to the agency's mission.
- Ability to work collaboratively, across the organization, and as part of a team
- Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications, Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
AA/EOE
AgeSpan is strongly committed to fostering a professional environment that recognizes, respects, and encourages the unique contributions of a broad spectrum of qualified employees. It is important that our employees reflect the diverse communities we serve. We maintain a work atmosphere that allows people of varied backgrounds to grow professionally and contribute to our mission by promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and work-life balance.
Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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