Department: Administration Missions, Inc. Programs
Reports to: Director of Advancement
Location: Plymouth, MN (Hybrid possible)
Hours: FT 40 hours per week
Mission Statement:
Missions Inc. Programs provides a collaborative community and safe space where individuals are empowered to heal and transform their lives. Our vision is a world where every person recognizes their inherent worth and lives with dignity, free from addiction and violence.
Our values include:

• Affirming human worth
• Fostering self-determination
• Valuing diversity
• Seeking social justice

Position Summary:
The Communications Associate is responsible for:

• Electronic and print communications
• Digital media.
• Branding and marketing.

Position Responsibilities:
 

• Oversee brand standards, providing guidance and training to staff
• Build a repository of organization materials
• Ensure consistent messaging and branding for all organizational materials
• Write content for and develop digital and print marketing
• Develop strategies for and guide short video productions
• Coordinate with program staff to support marketing aspect of events such as conferences, community events and outreach presentations. Provide tabling materials to ensure brand consistency.
• Promote fundraising events through digital and print media
• Continuously monitor and benchmark the effectiveness of our online work using analytical tools like Google Analytics, Meta Business Insights etc.
• Record, review and update communication strategies and plans

• Oversee social media content on multiple channels and any new platforms you feel are necessary to further engage our audience and promote our services
• Research, acquire, and schedule a variety of relevant content to post on these platforms with a schedule of engagement 2-3 times per week
• Oversee and update website content on regular basis
• Ongoing search engine optimization
• Update all program details, page content and calendars as needed
• Develop new pages for upcoming events or other needs
• Create, edit and manage all online fillable forms

 Advancement 

• Work cooperatively as part of Advancement team to achieve team and organizational goals.
• Support team with content and format development for fundraising and event appeals including stories, themes, layout and printing
• Capture stories about Missions Inc. Programs – residents, clients, volunteers and staff – through photos, videos, and writing

 Electronic and Print Communications 

• Develop content including newsletters, annual reports, press releases, event promotional materials, program brochures etc.
• Work with vendors for all printing and promotional needs
• Oversee production of biannual print newsletters coordinating the project through print, mail and internal distribution
• Collaborate with Advancement team to determine Monthly Mission e-newsletter stories and themes

Position Qualifications:

Education and Experience  

• Two or more years of experience with communications and/or marketing – nonprofit experience preferred
• WordPress experience
• CRM and database experience a plus
• Social media strategy experience
• Experience with email marketing platforms and analytics tools

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to create inclusive, respectful, and trauma-informed communications
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or equivalent design tools (Canva)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Storytelling and creative writing skills and the ability to write for different audiences and media
• Eagerness to work with people from diverse racial, cultural and economic backgrounds

 Other Requirements 

• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to travel to multiple program sites when needed
• Passion for and commitment to the mission and goals of Missions, Inc.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range: $47,000 – $50,000/year (non-exempt) depending on qualifications & experience
• Benefits: Health and Dental Insurance, 403(b), Employer paid life insurance, virtual care benefits, long-term disability, PTO, and 10 paid holidays.

Missions Inc. Programs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.