Marketing and Communications Manager

POSITION SUMMARY 
The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary mobilizes human and financial resources to support and strengthen our local and regional Jewish community along with our community connection to Israel and international Jewry.  Seeking to strengthen Jewish identity, the Federation serves as the facilitating force that connects all Jews within our growing community. 

The Marketing and Communications Manager will support the mission and strategic plan of the Federation by leading all marketing and communications initiatives to achieve a broader understanding of the work and impact of the Federation, its agencies and programs.

This person is responsible for supporting marketing and communications efforts in storytelling, audience outreach, and brand management. The Marketing and Communications Manager focuses closely on communicating and engaging with a wide variety of audiences through messaging strategy and content development. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced, high energy environment and must be capable of switching tasks quickly and efficiently. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborate with Senior Staff and Board of Trustees to conceptualize, write and produce compelling and informative collateral such as email blasts, social media, website updates and ongoing maintenance, press releases, flyers, etc.

  • Draft, coordinate, and copy edit weekly e-newsletter 

  • Engage with and support social and traditional media outreach, including strategy, content development, and tracking/analytics

  • Update content calendars and work alongside professional staff to ensure creation and scheduling of media content

  • Manage projects with vendors including but not limited to; graphic designers, website development, photographers, printing and publications.

  • Ability to jump in and help colleagues as needed

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS 

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications or related field and/3-5 years professional work experience in Marketing and communications.

  • Genuine passion for and understanding of the mission of The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary. 

  • Exceptional communications skills, both verbal and written, with a proven ability to present written information in a concise and persuasive format. 

  • Knowledge of all social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter. . .), understanding of email marketing systems, familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and other comparable design, photo and video editing software 

  • Outstanding time management and organizational skills Video skills a plus Experience in media relations highly desirable 

This is a full-time, salaried position. Compensation is commensurate with experience. The Jewish Federation of Raleigh-Cary is an equal opportunity employer. All individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, veteran status, or any other class protected under federal, state, or local laws.

To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter and writing sample that communicates why you would be a “great fit” for the position to careers@shalomraleigh.org