Digital Communications Associate

Chicago Foundation for Women - Chicago, IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused nonprofit organization in Chicago seeks a Digital Communications Associate to support marketing campaigns and digital communications strategies. The role includes content development for social media, email marketing, and digital analytics. Candidates should demonstrate strong writing skills and a passion for using digital platforms to enhance brand awareness. This is a great opportunity for someone organized and proactive, eager to contribute to impactful marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital marketing or communications.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Passion for digital platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support marketing campaigns and content creation.
• Manage social media accounts and engagement.
• Collaborate on integrated marketing campaigns.
• Assist with email marketing initiatives.
• Execute media relations strategies.

Skills

Content development

Social media management

Email marketing

Digital analytics

Proficiency in Canva or Adobe Creative Suite

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Digital Communications Associate will support the execution of marketing campaigns, content creation, and digital communications strategies. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to multiple facets of marketing, including social media management, email marketing, content production, analytics, and more. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and passionate about using digital platforms to drive brand awareness and engagement.

Position Breakdown

• Content Development & Management (35%)
  • Develop, curate, and schedule engaging content for social media, webpages, and email campaigns.
  • Draft, edit, and proofread written materials, ensuring brand voice consistency across platforms.
  • Assist in creating visual content using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Maintain and manage updates to the organization's website, ensuring content is accurate, engaging, and aligned with brand guidelines and strategic goals.
  • Track and analyze key performance metrics for social media, email, and digital campaigns.
• Social Media Management (25%)
  • Manage content calendars and schedule posts across social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X).
  • Social Listening: Monitor engagement and respond to audience interactions in a timely, professional manner.
  • Analyze social media performance using insights and analytics tools to optimize campaigns.
  • Prepare performance reports with actionable insights to improve and inform strategy.
• Campaign Support & Coordination (20%)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute integrated marketing campaigns.
  • Support project timelines and deliverables to ensure campaigns are on schedule and aligned with goals.
  • Assist in digital advertising initiatives as needed.
• Email Marketing (15%)
  • Assist in creating and sending email campaigns, including drafting copy for CFW’s newsletter, segmenting audiences, and analyzing performance.
  • Maintain and update email lists to ensure accuracy and deliverability.
• Media Relations (5%)
  • Assist in executing media relations strategies by:
    • Coordinating and drafting press materials
    • Building and maintaining media lists
    • Monitoring coverage
    • Supporting outreach efforts to enhance CFW's public profile
  • Attend and actively participate in required CFW events, educational programs, and departmental and staff meetings.
  • Protect CFW’s value by keeping information confidential.
  • Update knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; maintaining networks; participating in professional organizations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter, and any relevant work samples (e.g., writing portfolio, social media examples) to [e-mail].

Subject line should read: Your Name + Digital Communications Associate
No phone calls please

CFW seeks to fill this position as soon as possible and will work actively to build a diverse pool of candidates.