Strategic Communications Specialist

Grand Rapids Community Foundation; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community Foundation seeks a Strategic Communications Specialist to work closely with the Vice President, Strategic Communications to develop and implement messaging and marketing strategies that connect with our diverse audiences.

This role oversees marketing and media relations projects, curates content and experiences to advance the Foundation’s strategic goals, and requires collaboration across cultures with strong listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication and marketing strategies to engage diverse audiences.
• Oversee marketing and media relations projects aligned with strategic goals.
• Curate content and experiences to advance the Foundation’s mission.

Job description

The Strategic Communications Specialist works closely with and under supervision of the Vice President, Strategic Communications to develop and implement communication and marketing strategies and tactics to connect and engage the Community Foundation’s various audiences. The Strategic Communications Specialist position oversees marketing and media relations projects and curates content and experiences to advance the Community Foundation’s strategic goals, as directed by the Vice President, Strategic Communications.
The Strategic Communications Specialist will have an understanding of and commitment to the Community Foundation’s North Star. They will have experience working effectively with persons from various cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds. They will have a demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative setting, effectively communicate around sensitive issues, a highly developed cultural awareness and the ability to be an active listener.