Marketing and Communications Director

The Marketing and Communications Director will work on a wide range of internal and external communications that contribute to Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City's voice, presence, and reputation in the community.

The director leads the communications strategy and execution of fundraising campaigns,
marketing for our five ReStore locations, as well as management of owned and earned
channels - PR, social media, web site, advertising, email.

General:
Develop and manage Habitat KC's communication strategy including creative development.
Collaborate with internal leadership to craft internal communications that engage and educate staff on initiatives.
Identify and develop compelling stories and content that reflect the organization's strategic priorities, messaging, and image.
Work closely with Vice President of Development to produce plans that ensure annual
fundraising goals are achieved. Including creating, project managing and execute fundraising campaigns.
Manage all external-facing communication, ensuring brand requirements are met and key messages are clear.
Develop strategy and oversee production and publishing of print and digital communication and campaigns.
Develop and coordinate in-house and paid marketing, including advertising campaigns, website, and social media, blogs, search engine optimization, etc.
Manage direct reports and maintain consistent communication regarding goals and career development.
Maintain and use Habitat KC website and social media channels to develop and reinforce the organization's mission and vision and engage with consumers.
Supervise direct report to implement social media strategies: Facebook, Instagram,
LinkedIn
Ensure appropriate communication and marketing strategies for Habitat KC events and manage all online components.
Manage external vendors including contract development and relationship management (printer, mail house, web designer, video production and graphic designer).

Media Relations:
Create media advisories, press releases and opinion pieces.
Build and maintain relationships with press and media contacts.
Leverage thought leadership opportunities to position Habitat KC as affordable housing expert.

Fundraising:
Collaborate with Vice President of Development to develop strategy and produce content for promoting the organization's fundraising initiatives.
Create, project manage and execute marketing and communication for fundraising campaigns and volunteer efforts including Women Build, Pride Build, and Veterans Build.

Preferred Qualifications, Education and Experience:
Minimum of 4-6 years of marketing and communication experience, preferably in an agency or with a nonprofit.
Superior oral and written communication
Creative and analytical, using data to inform all decisions.
Experience managing marketing operations and processes.
Experience with people management and development expertise.
Self-motivated team player, with strong organizational and communication skills.
Flexibility, ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Strong project management skills and able to manage multiple strands of work towards an overall objective.
Experience working with Microsoft Office and design software to assist with marketing creation.

Active support of Habitat for Humanity of Kansas City's values:
Humility - We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
Courage - We do what's right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
Accountability - We take personal responsibility for Habitat's mission.

Physical Requirements Necessary to Perform This Job:
Outside meetings and presentations are frequently required and may include some evenings and weekends. Individual may need to sit or stand as needed. The position may require walking primarily on a level surface at various times throughout the day. The individual may reach above shoulder heights or below the waist or lift as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Individual may be subject to intermittent moderate noise levels.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

To Apply: Please click here and submit the following materials.
Cover letter addressing how your personal and professional experiences have prepared you for this position
Resume
Three professional references
Must satisfactorily pass all applicable examinations including, but not limited to, a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check.

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