Marketing And Communications Manager

NOTE: All applicants must provide a cover letter and resume through our online portal at https://apply.workable.com/social-venture-partners-connecticut-1/ Submissions through LinkedIn, Indeed, Zip Recruiter, etc. will NOT be accepted.

Position Summary

Are you an experienced and versatile marketer/storyteller looking to be part of a dynamic team that is on a mission to be a catalyst for positive social change in Connecticut?  

Social Venture Partners Connecticut (SVP CT), a social impact organization that offers pro bono thought leadership and capacity building services to Connecticut leaders across nonprofit, businesses, education, and state government organizations, seeks a part-time Marketing and Communications Manager. This individual will play a critical role building awareness for the organization and inspiring engagement among its constituents. This team member will be aligned with our values of Equity, Humility, Collaboration, Impact and Optimism, enthusiastic to tell our story, and compelled to advocate for SVP CT and its mission. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and passionate about social change.

Responsibilities

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer

The Marketing and Communications Manager will be responsible for content creation and distribution, management of SVP’s editorial calendar, coordination of all aspects of the organization’s social media presence, writing press releases and pitches, and more. Ideally, the candidate will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. The successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively across multiple channels with a diverse range of stakeholders.

We’re looking for an experienced and versatile marketer/storyteller who has writing experience and has developed and executed marketing campaigns in a highly collaborative, multi-stakeholder environment. 

General Marketing and Communications

• Collaborate with the Senior Advisor, Marketing and Communications and the Chief Operating Officer to develop results-driven marketing and communications plans to promote SVP CT and our partners across all relevant media, digital, and social platforms.
• Execute the marketing strategy from start to finish, leveraging internal support and driving collaboration across the organization.
• Maintain the communications editorial calendar including web, email, social media and publicity deliverables
• Design engaging content that enhances the organization’s visibility with consistent branding and messaging
• Interview stakeholders, write and edit content for SVP website and email marketing efforts, including monthly and quarterly newsletters
• Write press releases and pitch media
• Ongoing management of website, social media, and email marketing (Mailchimp) platforms
• Develop and manage event promotions, fundraising, and donor engagement campaigns in collaboration with other staff
• Track, analyze, and report on digital marketing analytics and event engagement data to inform communications strategies
• Contribute to content development for key documents and presentations and ensure a unified look and theme across all communications such as Board presentations, annual reports, fundraising communications, grant applications, etc.

Social Media Management

• Manage all aspects of SVP’s social media presence (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) including leading content creation and posting, and drive strategy to increase engagement on social media accounts

Data & Analytics

• Analyze target insights, consumer trends, market analysis, and marketing best practices to build successful strategies
• Create, maintain,, and conduct reporting across multiple platforms 

Requirements

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 - 5+ years of relevant professional experience in communications and/or marketing, preferably in a mission-driven organization
• Experience coordinating marketing and/or publicity
• Proven success in executing cross-channel marketing plans and campaigns
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals including but not limited to community members, cross-sector leaders, and funders
• Strong organization storytelling skills
• Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Metrics-driven innovative marketing mind 
• Keen eye for graphic design, attention to detail, and creativity
• Mastery of core Microsoft Office, Google, and business applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, G-Suite, Zoom and related suite of tools. Experience with CRM data systems, Salesforce strongly preferred.
• Proven results in managing social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) and analytics technologies to engage a diverse audience
• Familiarity with website management (WordPress, etc.), experience with graphic design (e.g. Canva, photoshop), social media marketing tools (e.g. Hootsuite), email marketing (e.g. Mail Chimp, Constant Contact), and the ability to track and report on communications analytics across multiple platforms. 
• Interest and knowledge of current events and marketing trends 
• Self-starter who is proactive and demonstrates high levels of motivation, organization and accountability and works both independently, and as a team member 
• Committed to the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion
• Passion for working toward a thriving Connecticut where every person has equitable access to a high quality education and a sustainable livelihood

Benefits

This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) with a compensation range of $42,000 - $52,000 annually commensurate with experience and qualifications. Generous vacation and paid holidays.  

Work Location and Requirements

SVP operates out of offices in Westport, CT.  Flexible schedule including hybrid option. This position will be expected to work from the Westport office the equivalent of at least one day a week, attend twice weekly staff meetings (one virtual, one in-person) and occasional offsite and evening organizational events. All employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID. Travel to offsite locations in Connecticut for events and conferences may be required.

Physical Requirements

The employee is regularly required to communicate clearly, in oral and written formats, with others in person, over the phone, and via other devices. The employee must be able to transcribe, read extensively, prepare and analyze data, and constantly operate a computer and other standard office machinery.

About Social Venture Partners Connecticut

Social Venture Partners Connecticut (SVP), a social impact organization that offers pro bono thought partnership and capacity building services to non-profit, business, education, and state government organizations, fosters collaborative solutions to critical social challenges. SVP has strategic relationships with the Office of Workforce Strategy, the Office of Early Childhood and Connecticut State Colleges and Universities.

Since its founding in 2013, SVP CT has supported a wide range of nonprofit organizations, government entities, and systems change initiatives by providing funding, staffing capacity, technical expertise, and thought partnership to support their growth and development, and scale their impact. Together, the volunteer partners and staff of SVP have played a key role in building a stronger and more resilient social sector in Connecticut. As social change makers, we envision a future where every person has equitable access to a high quality education and a sustainable livelihood.

To Apply

All application submissions must be through the online portal at online portal: https://apply.workable.com/social-venture-partners-connecticut-1/

Social Venture Partners Connecticut (SVP) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to sound EEO practices in all professional activities and employment practices. SVP will comply with the Connecticut Fair Employment Practices Act, and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws. SVP prohibits discrimination, including harassment, against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, disability or any other protected category.