We are Hiring! Marketing & Communications Officer

Marketing & Communications Officer

The Community Foundation for Kingston & Area is looking for a Marketing & Communications Officer to join our team.

The Community Foundation is a local public foundation with a mandate to connect the generosity of donors in the Kingston region with local charities addressing community needs. Our endowment fund model allows us to invest in the community in perpetuity, with the aim of building community resilience. With over $31.1 million in funds held in trust, the Foundation has granted over $15 million to over 360 charities to date. Our Community Grants Program has funded hundreds of local projects that have resulted in meaningful and lasting impacts in our community, both small and large.

OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing and Communication Officer is a key member of the Community Foundation team and will develop and implement marketing and communications with the goal of increasing contributed income and growing awareness for the Community Foundation. This position will lead communications and marketing initiatives and will research, write, edit, and proof all marketing and communications information to effectively and accurately support the organization’s marketing and communications goals and objectives.

 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

This 1-year, full-time position performs a wide range of professional operational tasks under tight deadlines, requiring a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and discretion. The ideal candidate for this role has a strong communications background and a proven marketing track record. You will need to have the ability to think creatively, collaborate with others, and be process-oriented. If you have a demonstrated commitment to service excellence within the charitable or non-profit sectors, exceptional attention to detail, & excellent analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with a desire to make a difference in the community through your work, this might be a great fit for you. Meet our team: https://cfka.org/people

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, develop, and execute the Community Foundation’s comprehensive marketing, communications, public relations, and advertising strategies to align with the overall fundraising program supporting the organization’s new strategic plan. Develop, manage, and report on objectives and key results indicators and analytics to track the effectiveness of marketing, communications, and campaigns to continuously improve and ensure the achievement of development financial goals.

Communications (50%)

• Continue to build upon the Foundation’s brand recognition, ensuring clear strategic messaging across all print, web, email, social media, and advertising channels. Increase awareness and understanding of the organization and its mission.
• Develop and actively maintain the Foundation’s essential communication and fundraising tools, including the website, digital marketing tools, and other software.
• Craft key message documentation (e.g., frequently asked questions, voicemail, and email templates for the Foundation Team).
• Stay up to date on best practices for non-profit marketing and communications, using learning to operate with initiative and innovation. 

Digital & Print Marketing (40%)

• Serve as project lead for the new website, annual Community Impact Report, monthly newsletters, and other key publications, both print and digital.
• Oversee all social media and web posting to ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and strategic messaging.
• Develop storyboards and scripts for Foundation videos and vignettes.
• Develop and execute campaigns around key programs, events, and initiatives.
• Liaise with local news outlets as needed to promote events, campaigns, and programs.
• Identify and develop high-value communications opportunities with key donors and other partners, resulting in joint amplification and co-branded initiatives.
• Create and upload content for the Foundation’s website.
• Help create donor collateral.
• Collect and translate grant impact and donor profile stories, photos, and videos into compelling assets to inspire and engage external audiences.

Creative & Events Support (10%)

• Support donor and volunteer stewardship events and other community outreach events managed by the Foundation.
• Attend and provide logistical support for Foundation events.
• Support the Donor Services Officer in identifying and developing high-value touch opportunities to engage high-capacity donors more deeply.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

 KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant experience in marketing/communications, digital/print campaigns, media relations, fundraising, public relations, or another related field.
• Post-secondary diploma in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Display proven expertise working on marketing and promotions campaigns and experience producing multiple types of communication products and media.
• Proficiency in working with a customer relationship management tool (CRM) within the non-profit sector is an asset.
• Have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including editing.
• Strong writing, editing, layout, design, and professional publishing skills preferred.
• Experience working with various social media platforms and web design/development preferred (experience with WordPress is an asset).
• Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
• Have advanced computer proficiencies in MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and other relevant software.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects while maintaining focus and flexibility in the face of change and ambiguity.
• Ability to think creatively, take the initiative, and work independently while collaboratively across the organization.

Employment Type: New Full-Time Position

Term: 1-year contract.

Location: Primarily onsite at our office, 100-275 Ontario St, Kingston ON K7K 2X5. Flexible work arrangements are negotiable.

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week. Generally, the work hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; some evening hours will be required for events.  

Annual Salary Range: $55,000 – $62,000, commensurate on experience and education.

Compensation includes a group insurance benefits plan (Health, AD&D, and Life) available after the probationary period. Parking is available as a taxable benefit. Ongoing professional development opportunities are available.

Recruitment Process

Our hiring process for qualified candidates generally includes:

• Initial screening of applicants
• Portfolio recommended for interview
• Interview with Manager, Finance & Operations and Executive Director
• Written assignment
• Final Interview (if required)
• Reference Check (3 references)

 Vaccination Policy

Please be advised that the Community Foundation for Kingston & Area has a vaccination policy in place, and all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination status or a relevant exemption from a qualified healthcare practitioner.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to careers@cfka.org by 11:59 PM on January 3, 2025. Save your document in .PDF, .doc, .docx format using Last Name, First Name as your naming convention.

The Community Foundation for Kingston & Area is a signatory to the Kingston Workplace Inclusion Charter and is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and equitable workforce reflecting the community we serve, and we encourage members of the designated equity-deserving groups from all diverse backgrounds to apply and self-identify. Please inform us of any accommodation we need to make to ensure a barrier-free recruitment experience for you. Contact us at 613.546.9696 or careers@cfka.org