Strategic PR & Special Events Lead

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp is seeking a Public Relations & Volunteer Programs coordinator in Texas. The role covers creating press materials, coordinating volunteers, and organizing events that support local Salvation Army programs.

You will manage communications, newsletters, and donor relations, while partnering with advisory boards and community groups. The position involves travel within the state and weekend/evening scheduling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
• Four to five years progressively responsible experience overseeing special events and/or volunteer-related activities.
• Any equivalent combinations of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Writes and submits news and press releases to media to promote Salvation Army events and projects.
• Designs and prepares a quarterly newsletter to keep donors and media up-to-date on Salvation Army activities.
• Prepares and maintains records and databases for volunteers and events; coordinates volunteer appreciation activities.
• Plans, organizes and executes Salvation Army’s special event activities and fundraising efforts; monitors budgets and timelines.
• Speaks to groups about Salvation Army programs to garner support and foster partnerships.

Skills

Public relations

Volunteer coordination

Event planning

Internet marketing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Salvation Army A Georgia Corp is seeking a Public Relations & Volunteer Programs coordinator in Texas. The role covers creating press materials, coordinating volunteers, and organizing events that support local Salvation Army programs.

You will manage communications, newsletters, and donor relations, while partnering with advisory boards and community groups. The position involves travel within the state and weekend/evening scheduling as needed.