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The Communications Manager guides the strategy for all communications, website, and public relations messages and collateral to consistently articulate IFI's mission.
Job Responsibility:
Research, develop, implement, and evaluate a Columbus communications plan across IFI's discrete audiences in collaboration with the IFI team and constituents
Monthly email newsletters to local Columbus volunteers, prayers, donors, and students
Social media strategies and post content to be used by the Columbus ministry accounts
Online content on websites and social media that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action
Columbus websites performance, including making improvements to increase visitor engagement online
Print/online graphics, such as mass mailings, newsletters, brochures, videos, and websites
Videos to vividly express IFI's ministry to international students, local volunteers, and donors
Ensure media needs for local events, such as, event signups, video/audio, photography, and mailed/online promotions
Hire media production teams for large live events, including an annual banquet and large student events
Manage staff and interns to help them excel in their work and meet deadlines and requirements
Submit and manage the annual Columbus Communications budget
Develop and maintain financial and prayer partnerships for the budgeted needs of the role
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in related field or demonstrable experience
Experience supervising others and managing projects
Training, experience, or certification in online media creation, social media, or online marketing
Familiarity with concepts of design exemplified by a portfolio of work
Willingness to use/learn Trello, Canva and Adobe Creative Cloud apps, including, but not limited to, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and Audition
Adherence to IFI's statement of faith, core values, and policies
Is faithful, loyal and dedicated to IFI's mandate from the Lord to extend life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students out of reverence for Jesus
Well organized with attention to detail and ability to complete tasks independently
Be a self-starter, able to work independently, as well as a team player
Ability to work under stress and be flexible and hold others accountable
Proficient with technology, including Microsoft Office and Google applications
Exhibits a positive, professional manner and ability to work under stress and be flexible
Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills
A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing a variety of key initiatives concurrently
Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial
enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives
Nice to have:
Experience/familiarity with global social media platforms and social media advertising
experience with cross-cultural ministry
What we offer:
Paid vacation, sick, holidays, and more (once eligible)
Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision)
403(b) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
Flexible hours and work-from-home availability
Work for a growing Christian organization
Staff care to support mental, social, and spiritual health for all staff