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COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER
Catholic Community Foundation
Posted July 28, 2008

Organization background:
The Catholic Community Foundation helps values-driven donors take advantage of the tax and income benefits of planned giving through charitable gift annuities, donor-advised funds, endowments and other vehicles in order to simplify their giving, and ensure a legacy for future generations based on Catholic faith values. This strong commitment to Catholic identity has helped the foundation grow steadily in size and scope. In 2007, total assets grew to $192 million with grants totaling $6 million made to hundreds of Archdiocesan schools, parishes, social ministries and other charitable organizations. These grants represent the philanthropic interests of the foundation’s more than 2,300 donors.

Job description:
The Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) is seeking an experienced Communications & Marketing Manager to develop programs that will take the organization’s brand awareness and identity to the next level. This individual will be charged with managing communications and marketing for print, broadcast and web campaigns. The position includes designing and implementing marketing and communications strategies to drive interest and awareness. The qualified candidate will also be involved in the coordination and execution of several events.

Primary duties and responsibilities:
Responsible for developing and managing the communications and public relations program for CCF. Build awareness of CCF mission, programs and services. Manage and coordinate all media relations, special events, external publications, advertising, direct marketing programs, brochures and promotional materials, and website. Oversee organizational identity development, and develop and manage communications and marketing department budget.

Awareness-building and Brand Management: Work with senior management to develop and implement brand awareness building strategies and new brand identity platform.
Publication Production and Management: Design, write, and update all publications, presentations, reports, news releases, speeches, presentations, and advertising. Create and manage website content. Oversee work of the Communications & Marketing Associate (future hire).
Media Relations: Maintain and increase media visibility for CCF by pitching news/feature story ideas, building relationships with key media personnel, and preparing and distributing media kits.
Special Events: Coordinate several annual special events and donor recognition initiatives in partnership with development staff.
Development Support: Work in partnership with lead development staff to plan and implement effective fundraising communications and solicitation strategies.
Organizational Communications: Support other departments on communications advancement initiatives by planning and coordinating constituent communication.
Evaluation: Measure the effectiveness of communication strategies and recommend changes or improvements as warranted.
Budget and Vendor Management: Manage communications budget and outsource projects or project components as needed and manage vendor relationships.
Other: Assist senior leadership with various communications/marketing duties, such as board communications, PowerPoint presentations, and speech-writing as requested.

Required qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five or more years of relevant communications, marketing, advertising, event management, public relations, or related experience
Previous writing skills to include editing and proofing
Experience working with the web and electronic communications
Advanced skill at using MS Office software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
Experience with desktop publishing and graphic software, particularly InDesign and Photoshop
Able to work occasional early mornings, evenings or weekends
Writing samples will be requested of candidates invited for interviews
Qualified candidates must possess an understanding of and heart for the mission of the Catholic Church, and familiarity with the local Catholic community

Desired qualifications:

Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to work as part of a team with a diverse group of individuals
Excellent verbal and written communication ability to include customer service, professionalism, and problem-solving
High energy, positive attitude, enjoys challenging, fast-paced work

To apply:
E-mail resume to Jim Seidel, CFP, CCF Vice President of Development and Donor Relations, at seidelj@ccf-mn.org.

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