Communication Manager - Fathers and Families Center

Eskenazi Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Manager to lead a comprehensive communication and marketing program. This role involves engaging with the community, managing social media, and ensuring the organization's website is up-to-date and reflective of current activities. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills, proficiency in social media management, and experience in website maintenance. Join a recognized organization that values commitment to community service and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field required.
• One year of professional experience in communications or marketing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute monthly press releases to media outlets.
• Manage and grow the organization's social media presence with multiple posts weekly.
• Plan and execute at least 12 community outreach events per year.

Skills

Social Media Management

Content Creation

Writing Skills

Graphic Design

Website Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Tools

WordPress

Job description

Division:Eskenazi Health

Sub-Division:FQHC

Req ID:23283

Schedule:Full Time

Shift:Days

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Job Role Summary

The mission of Fathers and Families Center (FFC) is “To equip fathers and empower families to ensure children thrive.” The vision is that “All fathers have what they need to transform their children’s destiny. We accomplish this by working with fathers and their families to help them to be better partners, providers, and parents.

The Communications Manager will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive communication and marketing program that includes community engagement, website development and maintenance, print media, marketing media, and social media. The successful candidate will work closely with all departments to develop and implement communication strategies to support the mission of FFC.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute press releases to media outlets at least once a month.
• Manage and grow the organization’s social media presence across platforms with multiple posts weekly.
• Plan and execute community outreach and engagement strategies with at least 12 events per year.
• Maintain and update the organization’s website to reflect current activities, programs, and initiatives, ensuring content is current and relevant, that all links work, and the site meets brand guidelines.
• Design and develop promotional materials and marketing collateral to meet the needs of FFC.
• Oversee the production of newsletters, brochures, reports, kiosks, and other materials.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align messaging and branding.
• Track engagement metrics and assess the effectiveness of communication efforts.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Social Services, or a related field required (Master’s degree preferred).
• One-year professional experience. Experience in communications, public relations, or marketing preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and content creation.
• Experience with website maintenance and development (WordPress or similar platforms preferred).
• Graphic design and photography skills a plus.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work occasional weekends and attend community events.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• A deep commitment to the mission and values of our organization.
• Knowledge and experience in all aspects of communication and marketing, including social media, advertising, marketing, and website design and maintenance. Aware of best practices and current trends.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive communication and marketing strategies that include a range of social media and print opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and the community.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named as one of Indiana’s best employers by Forbes magazine for two consecutive years and the top hospital in the state for community benefit by the Lown Institute, Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community. As the sponsoring hospital for Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services, the city’s primary EMS provider, Eskenazi Health is also home to the first adult Level I trauma center in Indiana, the only verified adult burn center in Indiana and Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, the first community mental health center in Indiana, just to name a few.