Communications Associate

Louisvillegigs; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization as a Communications Associate, where you'll play a vital role in creating and delivering engaging internal communications. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a culture of connection and engagement, ensuring that employees are informed and aligned with the organization's goals. Your creativity will shine through in drafting compelling content and designing impactful materials. Collaborate with the Communications Manager to support various campaigns and initiatives while managing internal communication platforms. This is a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others while enjoying a supportive work environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Options

Short Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Dependent Care Program

Pet Insurance Discount Program

Health Savings Account Assistance

Long Term Disability

Competitive 401K

Generous Vacation and PTO

Personal Days and Holidays

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in communications, marketing, or PR roles.
• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Draft and design internal communication materials like newsletters.
• Update and maintain internal communications channels and platforms.

Skills

Copywriting

Creative Design

Graphic Design

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications

Bachelor's degree in public relations

Bachelor's degree in marketing

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Canva

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates | Louisville , KY 40202

At Network for Hope (NFH), the Communications Associate supports the internal communications team by assisting with the creation, coordination, and delivery of content that keeps employees informed, engaged, and aligned with NFH's goals. The Communications Associate's primary responsibility is the execution of internal communications: drafting copy, creative design, scheduling and implementing planned communications, and supporting teams in need of design excellence. Working closely with the Communications Manager, the Communications Associate ensures internal communications are timely, clear, and consistent, while providing valuable administrative and operational support for ongoing campaigns and initiatives that reinforce company culture and align with organizational goals.

Candidates will be asked to submit sample communications materials if invited to interview. Please be prepared to share no more than 4 items created--primarily or in whole--by you. Samples should showcase your skills in copywriting and creative design. Examples may include a newsletter, email, webpage, digital signage, or other print or digital collateral. Materials created for a real campaign or concept pieces are equally acceptable, and each must include a brief explanation of the communication's context and goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

Content Creation and Communications

1. Graphic and creative design and copywriting to draft, edit, and distribute internal communication materials, including newsletters, intranet articles, and TV digital signage under direction of Communications Manager.
2. Support larger communication campaigns under guidance of Communications Manager.
3. Contribute to communications plans that foster a connected and engaged workforce and support initiatives such as surveys, focus groups, and cultural campaigns through copywriting and creative design.

Platform Management

1. Update and maintain internal communications channels such as the intranet and TV digital signage systems.
2. Help manage lists and assist with scheduling for internal communications channels such as all staff emails.
3. Ensure content on all internal channels (including intranet, message boards or printed flyers, and TV digital signage) is maintained up to date-scheduling and removing content as necessary.

Event Support

• Assist with execution of internal events such as town halls, all staff meetings, and celebrations.

Brand Alignment

1. Help ensure all internal messaging aligns with company's brand guidelines in tone, voice, and values.
2. Help maintain internal brand toolkit, support staff adherence to brand standards through the creation of graphics, icons, and other creatives as necessary.

Education, Experience and Training

1. Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field required. Extensive work experience may be substituted for education requirements.
2. Experience: 1-2 years of experience in communications, marketing, PR, or similar role (internships included). Must be familiar with common creative design software (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, etc.) and must be familiar with common communications platforms and software, as well as asset and content management. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Outlook strongly preferred.
3. Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: N/A

About Us

Network for Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving and enhancing lives through organ and tissue donation. We work tirelessly to provide exceptional care to our donor families, facilitate organ and tissue recovery, and educate the communities we serve. The dynamic field of organ and tissue donation offers exciting and rewarding employment opportunities for those looking to make a meaningful difference in others' lives.

In addition to being part of a lifesaving mission, NFH offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and generous time off. Here are some of the benefits available to our team members:

Voluntary Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Options
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Program
• Pet Insurance Discount Program

Employer Provided Benefits

• Health Savings Account Assistance
• Long Term Disability
• Competitive 401K
• Vacation, Sick, PTO, Birthday, Holidays, and Personal Days