Communications Manager- Hybrid
Company: College Possible
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Communications Manager
College Possible, Portland -Hybrid
About College Possible:
As one of the largest and most successful college access and
success organizations in the country, since 2000 College Possible
has empowered more than 85,700 students on their path to earning a
college degree. Its pioneering model matches eligible students with
a near-peer coach and an evidence-based curriculum designed to help
them overcome the most common barriers to getting into college and
completing their degree - all at no cost to students or their
families. Compared with their peers from similar backgrounds,
College Possible students are 30% more likely to enroll in college
the year after high school graduation, and three times more likely
to earn a bachelor's degree.
College Possible is a proud AmeriCorps program. AmeriCorps is a
federal agency that brings people together to tackle the country's
most pressing challenges through national service. Our AmeriCorps
members commit to a year of service as College Possible coaches in
communities throughout the country. Many represent the identities
of the students they serve, and each brings a commitment to social
justice and closing the college equity divide.
Our near-peer coaching model has earned national recognition: the
inaugural Evergreen National Education Award recognized our
leadership in increasing access to and success in college for
students from low-income backgrounds. It also earns top-of-field
results: a Harvard study found that the program more than doubles a
student's chance of enrolling in a four-year college, and our
students are four times more likely to become college graduates
than their low-income peers. College Possible has an annual
operating budget of -$33.5 million, more than 190 full-time
employees and more than 245 AmeriCorps and VISTA service members.
During the 2021-2022 school year, we reached an estimated 25,700
students nationwide.
Headquartered in Saint Paul, MN, College Possible operates regional
sites in Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; Omaha, NE;
Philadelphia, PA; Portland, OR; Saint Paul, MN; and Seattle, WA; as
well as Catalyze partnerships in California, Iowa, Minnesota, New
York, Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
College Possible is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion,
and seeks to build a diverse workforce to create impact in
partnership with the communities we serve. We welcome a diverse
pool of qualified applicants. For each of its positions, College
Possible is mindful about what best serves our students, and seeks
to hire staff with relevant experience, skills and aptitude, and a
commitment to the power of education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
College Possible is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will
receive consideration for employment regardless of their race,
color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,
disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public
assistance. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals and
conduct all possible activities in fully accessible settings.
Alternative application formats are available upon request by
contacting hr@collegepossible.org.
Your Role as Communication Manager
We are seeking an experienced marketing professional to drive our
communications and brand strategy in support of our mission to help
underserved students on their college journey. We are looking for a
strategic partner who can strengthen the organization's reputation
as a leader in the college access and success space. As
communications manager, you will build and implement a strategic,
multi-faceted communication program and be a compelling storyteller
who can distill complex information into impactful and digestible
language. This position will work closely with College Possible's
National marketing team and play an integral role in fundraising
communications to increase individual giving.
Strategy:
Create and implement the overall marketing strategy for the Oregon
market.
In conjunction with College Possible National, strengthen the brand
in our local region.
Develop and execute annual communications plan.
Content Creation:
Lead the development of messaging and content marketing strategy
for traditional and social media, including developing and
soliciting content from stakeholders in our community.
Create, implement and manage external communication efforts,
including those created for development, program, advocacy and
AmeriCorps recruitment.
Content creation and management for digital media platforms
including website, email marketing and social media. Create talking
points and speeches for executive leadership and board members.
Fundraising Communications:
Partner with the development team to create effective donor
materials, execute integrated campaigns and engage constituent
networks in raising money to support the organization.
Manage the production of all printed collateral aligned with brand
standards.
Monitor and analyze the performance of email marketing campaigns,
website traffic and social media metrics, and provide regular
reports to the team.
Public and media relations:
Build and foster long-term working relationships with media,
members of the community, foundation and government entities, and
other organizations.
Respond to media requests for information and facilitate media
interviews with College Possible constituents.
Actively pitch stories to media, promoting programs, people and
initiatives; track and analyze media impressions.
Other Duties as Assigned.
What You Bring
Education/Certifications/Licenses:
Bachelor's degree required.
Related Work Experience:
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing,
development or transferable related skills.
Experience building and implementing multi-faceted communications
strategy.
Strong and demonstrated writing and editing skills (examples
include feature stories, website content, news articles, social
media content, donor materials, and email marketing).
A strong track record as an implementer who thrives on managing
multiple projects and deadlines concurrently.
Experience creating marketing materials using Adobe Creative Suite
or similar platform.
Ability to position communications discussions at both the
strategic and tactical levels.
Experience with a variety of marketing communications channels
including writing social media posts, video shooting and editing
and photography with photo editing skills.
Preferred experience in fundraising communications.
Computer/Software Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite
required.
Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud (or similar CRM/email
marketing platform) and Canva.
Understanding of and experience with data analytics.
Other Skills, Abilities and Requirements:
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
Comfort with public speaking.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work in fast-paced work environment.
Ability to manage stressful or sensitive situations.
Relationship builder with the flexibility and sensitivity to
balance the perspectives of others.
Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent
groups, including staff, volunteers, donors, program participants,
elected officials, community partners, and other supporters.
Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial.
Enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Skilled at multi-tasking and handling potentially stressful
situations calmly and appropriately.
High energy, enthusiastic, strong commitment to public service and
social justice.
Strategic thinker and problem-solver.
What We Offer
In addition to joining a committed, diverse, values-based
organization, we offer:
An opportunity for you to have a tremendous impact both internally
and in the broader country.
A competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits including complete health, dental, life,
short-term and long-term insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Encouraged sustainability through a generous paid time off
program.
Personalized professional development and growth opportunities.
To Join Our Growing College Possible Team
Please apply at: Include a resume and cover letter.
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