Communications Specialist - Calgary, Canada - Grace Presbyterian Church

Description

Our Vision:
Transforming lives through God's grace


Our Mission:
Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we grow disciples of Jesus Christ to love our neighbours and effect social change


Position Name:
Communications Specialist


Reports to:
Support Services Director


Work Hours:
Monday - Friday

Due to the nature of events, the Communications Specialist may be required to accommodate meetings, special events, etc. during the evenings and weekends


ROLE SUMMARY:

The Church Communications Specialist's goal is to increase engagement across the congregation and surrounding communities.

The main responsibilities to accomplish this goal are:

• Communicate the mission and vision of Grace Presbyterian Church
• Reflect Grace Presbyterian Church missional priority
• Connects Grace Presbyterian Church to the community, including the church, local and broader community.
• Engages with Grace church members and community

POSITION:

• Full time hours per week
• Salary Range $70,000 $75,000 per year
• Benefits package including 4 weeks annual vacation, professional development days, tuition assistance, extended health, dental and LTD
• Reports to the Support Services Director
• May work from home or at an office in the church building as required

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

The Communications Specialist will work collaboratively with the ministers, staff, committee members and volunteers


This position requires:

• Attendance and participation at regular staff meetings
• Meet regularly with the Ministers
• Staff support for Session Committees, programs, events, or initiatives as outlined by the Support Services Director, Ministers and/or Session
• Attending events, programs or initiatives as required / needed
• Attending Sunday worship as needed to provide communication support
• Work with contractors to complete the communications work as needed

RESPONSIBILITIES:


Communications:

• Develop and update the Annual Communications plan and editorial calendar
• Write and distribute the monthly newsletter
• Deliver integrated campaigns that market and communicate initiatives to internal and external audiences
• Develop content and materials for Grace Presbyterian Church events, programs and/or initiatives (i.e., Preaching Grace, Grace Kids, Community events like Trunk & Treat)
• Recruit and train volunteers for specific communications projects, i.e. content creators, writers, photographers, social media volunteers) in collaboration with the Coordinator of Volunteers

Branding:

• Ensures that all promotional materials are aligned with the Grace Church brand identity
• Ensure all communications follow Grace Church's mission and values

Website:

• Manage the Grace Church website. This work includes updates, page management, content development, and ensuring all communications are centralized on the website
• Managing the WordPress Content management system
• Manage online registrations

Social Media:

• Analyzes Grace social media and look for ways to promote further engagement
• Develop and run Grace social media campaigns that highlight Grace ministry, programs, events, community initiatives and/or promote engagement
• Plans and runs digital ads on our social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Google plus emerging opportunities

Marketing, Advertising and Public Relations:

• Seek out advertising and opportunities for public relations to raise the profile of Grace Church
• Source additional marketing opportunities for ad space, special event listings and specifically targeted markets
• Initiate Public Relations activities that would increase the known presence of Grace Church.
• Write content for advertising and public relations
• Edit promotional materials before distribution

Worship Service Support:

• Provide design assistance and oversight of the weekly bulletin in collaboration with the office admin staff and ministers
• Assist with additional Worship Service content as required. i.e., video clips, or visuals

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Have passion, enthusiasm, a positive outlook, and a sense of humor
• Critical thinking, conflict resolution, consensus builder, and team building skills are required
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting the needs of diverse groups including committees, members of the congregation, and the community
• Capable of thinking creatively and analytically
• Familiar with nonprofits and/or church networks
• Organized, selfmotivated and models teamwork
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• Computer skills and a good understanding of new and trending technology
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and take direction when required
• Ability to communicate messages in a professional and engaging manner
• Excellent organizational skills: able to manage several projects and prioritize work.
• Able to work in cooperation with various Grace Churc