Communications & Community Outreach Associate

The Communications & Community Outreach Associate provides support for a broad scope of communications, marketing, outreach, and event-related activities to develop and implement strategic communications efforts for Home Front Military Network (HFMN). This position plays a key role in increasing awareness of HFMN programs, strengthening relationships with partners and stakeholders, supporting fundraising and outreach events, and ensuring consistent, high-quality communications across all platforms.

The Communications & Community Outreach Associate duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in the development and implementation of HFMN’s strategic communications plan, including communications and outreach with partner agencies, donors, consumers, and other stakeholders.
• Write, coordinate, and manage print and electronic communications projects, including e-newsletters, website content, blog content, and other communications materials.
• Develop graphics and content for e-newsletters, brochures, outreach and informational materials and distribute them to stakeholders.
• Manage and maintain stakeholder contact lists.
• Manage and update HFMN’s website and social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Linked In, etc.) to ensure content is current, accurate, and engaging.
• Monitor, track, and report on website traffic, social media engagement, outreach metrics, and other communications data using tools such as Google Analytics.
• Work with the HFMN case management team and Program Director to identify clients to feature as testimonials and share HFMN success stories across multiple platforms and formats.

• Coordinate and provide support for HFMN outreach activities, including maintaining outreach and event calendars, staffing outreach events, and tracking/reporting outreach metrics.
• Provide planning and communications support for fundraising events and other outreach activities.
• Coordinate with HFMN partners, VA, military installations, and other stakeholders regarding opportunities for collaborative outreach events.
• Represent HFMN at military, veteran, and community events to conduct outreach and provide information about HFMN programs and resources.
• Manage and maintain the Network of Care Community Calendar in collaboration with HFMN staff and partners to ensure events are current and accurate.
• Coordinate with the Program Director to connect potential clients contacted through outreach events with the case management team, as appropriate.
• Monitor the HFMN information email account and respond to inquiries or ensure communications are forwarded to appropriate staff members.
• Participate in HFMN Event Committee and subcommittees.
• Staff HFMN fundraising, outreach, and special events, as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support HFMN’s mission and operations.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or related field.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Constant Contact, Word Press, survey tools (e.g., Survey Monkey), and Google Analytics.
• Experience working with nonprofit organizations.
• Experience working with service members, veterans, and their families preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to network and build relationships with individuals, agencies, corporations, and other stakeholders.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet minimum qualifications may be considered.

The individual in this position must be able to work independently while also being a strong team player. A demonstrated commitment to HFMN’s mission of assisting service members, veterans, and their families is essential.

HFMN Development & Communications Director

Salary range: $3,350-$3,750 per month based on experience

HFMN offers a flexible work schedule, group Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Colorado FAMLI Leave, optional Colorado Secure Savings, as well as accrued Paid Time Off and twelve paid holidays per year.