Marketing & Community Engagement Specialist - Raleigh, Nc

THE MARKETING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST is responsible, at the state level for the development, execution and monitoring of a diversified, comprehensive outreach plan aligned with MADD’s strategic plan. Ensures effective and aggressive growth in brand awareness, volunteer capacity, and fund development through core strategies which are committed to fulfilling MADD’s mission. This includes but is not limited to: MADD special events and campaigns, public relations and awareness, social media, event promotion, and fundraising initiatives. Work with staff and volunteers, providing direction and coordination for all volunteer functions. Develop community relationships to promote volunteer and funding opportunities within MADD.

This is a remote, work from home position, but the selected candidate must reside in the Raleigh or Eastern, North Carolina general area.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (essential functions of the position):

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Responsible for creative and logistical aspects of events to ensure efficiencies, deadlines and adherence to budget. Ensure that MADD follows all regulatory requirements for conducting the event, including proper logo and branding, and timely filing or submission of permits/applications/fees.
• Create and implement community outreach plans to build awareness of events. Identify, solicit and cultivate individual donors and businesses/corporations to secure monetary and in-kind sponsorships and donations as appropriate to the event.
• Develop and nurture relationships with community leaders, potential donors, and key stakeholders to expand MADD's presence in the state.
• Manage the local social media channels and local madd.org site, ensuring consistent and engaging content.
• Create and implement comprehensive media strategy campaign to increase awareness of MADD's initiatives, campaigns, and events in the state.
• Develop, implement, and manage special events to achieve defined objectives. Assist in the development of strategic, financial, and operational goals annually and for each event.
• Establish a volunteer recruitment plan to assure adequate volunteer resources for all event activities. Cultivate, train, and manage volunteer staff and committees to assist with programs and events.
• Plan, schedule and conduct new volunteer orientation and training. Provide appropriate tools (job descriptions, handbooks, manuals etc.) and ensure volunteers understand MADD’s policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree with three to four years of proven results in fundraising and/or special event planning/management required and one to two years coordinating volunteers, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a non-profit environment.
• Some travel and flexible hours necessary.
• Strong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to develop and convey thoughts clearly, logically and concisely both orally and in writing, using appropriate grammar and command of the English language.
• Ability to work both independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work on a timetable, meet deadlines, follow instructions and accept direction on given assignments.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to maintain a high activity level.
• Must have exceptional internal and external customer service orientation.
• Must have demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook and be familiar with entering data into on-line systems. Should also have basic record keeping and math skills.
• Ability to maintain social, ethical and organizational standards in job related activities, at work and in the community.
• Ability to maintain workplace confidentiality and take ownership/accountability for own actions and aspects of the job.
• Demonstrated commitment, passion and compassion for the mission of MADD.

BENEFITS

Eligible within first 30-45 days
Health, Dental, Vision
Retirement 403(b) + 3% employer matching
Minimum 3 weeks Vacation
12 Paid Holidays per calendar year
Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar year
Paid Sick Time
Modified Educational Assistance
Parental Leave
Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered by Employer
FSA, HRA
Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Have you been cited or convicted of an impaired driving offense?

Work Location: Remote