Development & Communications Specialist

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays and PTO

Job summary

The Homeless Children's Education Fund (HCEF) seeks a Development & Communications Assistant to tell its story across social media, newsletters, and events, while maintaining donor records and providing essential office support.

The role involves creating engaging content, short-form video, and coordinating eblasts under the MarCom team and CEO supervision, with a focus on accuracy and timely communications.

Qualifications

• Experience creating and managing social media content, including short-form video.
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Canva or similar design tools and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with donor databases and maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media posts three times weekly on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
• Create engaging content, short videos, reels, stories, and photos.
• Design and distribute eblasts and newsletters; maintain distribution lists.
• Update website and calendar; support annual report and presentations.
• Enter donor data, process gifts, and maintain records for fundraising campaigns.
• Provide administrative support and staff coordination as needed.

Skills

Social media content

Canva

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Writing & communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, digital media, or related field

Tools

CapCut

Adobe Express

Premiere Rush

Salsa (email marketing)

Job description

The Homeless Children's Education Fund (HCEF) seeks a Development & Communications Assistant to tell its story across social media, newsletters, and events, while maintaining donor records and providing essential office support.

The role involves creating engaging content, short-form video, and coordinating eblasts under the MarCom team and CEO supervision, with a focus on accuracy and timely communications.