Communications Coordinator

The UpCounty Hub; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Job summary

The UpCounty HUB in Germantown, MD seeks a Communications Coordinator to lead all strategic marketing and communications efforts, brand development, public relations, web content and design, and to oversee data management across departments.

This part-time role (25–30 hours/week in office) requires expert written, editing and oral communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress/Wix/Squarespace, and email marketing tools like MailChimp or Constant Contact.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of marketing/communications experience.
• Expert written, editing and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of cultural diversity and community social services.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite and web CMS.
• Experience with email marketing platforms (MailChimp, Constant Contact).
• Video content experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing plans that tell a cohesive narrative.
• Manage web and social channels to promote activity aligned with strategy.
• Ensure consistent messaging across departments.
• Design and maintain data collection for HUB services.
• Support Grant Manager with information for grants and reports.
• Prepare mid-year and end-of-year Annual Report.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Written communication

Editing

Oral communication

Project coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Wix

Squarespace

MailChimp

Constant Contact

Job description

Benefits

• Paid time off

The UpCounty HUB was developed during the pandemic to meet the needs of local families. The Hub provides food and families for those living in the Upper Montgomery County Region.

Position Summary

Communications Coordinator will develop, lead, and manage all strategic marketing and communications efforts for the UpCounty HUB. The Communications Coordinator serves as the primary resource for brand development and strategy, marketing efforts across all departments, public relations, web content and development, and creative design. The director will also oversee data management.

Essential Duties

• Part-time 25-30 hours weekly in office.
• Develop and implement marketing plans that tell a cohesive narrative that speaks to clients, donors, employees, partners and community leaders.
• Manage web and social media channels to promote marketing activity aligned with overall strategy and priorities.
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure consistency in message and voice.
• Design and maintain system for, and supervise, the daily collection of data for services provided by the HUB.
• Support the Grant Manager with timely information necessary for grant applications and reports.
• Prepare a mid-year and end of year Annual Report detailing …
• Other Duties As Required.

Position Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a marketing and or communications role.
• Expert written, editing and oral communication skills.
• A understanding of and keen interest in cultural diversity, racial equity, and community social services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), and web management software (e.g., WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, etc.)
• Proficiency with email marketing software (e.g., MailChimp, Constant Contact) and experience in developing email campaigns.
• Experience Shooting And Directing Video Content Preferred.
• Ability to understand, translate, apply writing style and technique, and drive messaging to a diverse range of audiences.
• Interact tactfully and effectively with other professionals.
• Have a commitment to the mission of the HUB in providing essential services to our community

The UpCounty Hub has an institutional commitment to the principle of diversity. In that spirit, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.