Communications Manager

WHAT WE OFFER

• Energetic team driven by a mission to advance good
• Award-winning, entrepreneurial nonprofit with a collaborative culture
• Generous PTO policy
• Convenient location and peaceful, supportive office environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Ability to make a real, lasting difference in children’s and families’ lives

Festa is serving our neighbors and building life-changing relationships that end poverty—in this generation. We partner with children and families facing poverty – many are New Americans, and many reside in suburbs.

The Communications Manager is responsible for planning, creating and managing all aspects of the organization’s marketing and communications. As the sole member of the marketing department, this person must be a strong writer, creative thinker and highly organized executor who can operate independently while collaborating across departments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, a sharp eye for design and detail and a firm understanding of how to deliver consistent, compelling messages that reflect our mission and brand.

• Develop and execute a content strategy that tells the organization’s story across platforms and formats
• Write and edit engaging, mission-driven content for social media, email campaigns, website, print materials and fundraising campaigns
• Maintain and implement a consistent brand voice across all communications
• Collaborate with staff to collect stories, testimonials and program highlights for external audiences
• Create messaging that is accessible, inclusive and tailored to diverse stakeholders

• Manage the organization’s social media presence (Facebook, Instagram, Linked In) with timely, on-brand content
• Design digital and print materials using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Canva (flyers, program reports, event signage, social graphics)
• Write and design email newsletters and automated campaigns via Mailchimp
• Monitor campaign performance and adjust strategies based on analytics

• Manage and update the organization’s Wix website with new content, events and pages
• Optimize site usability and SEO to ensure a high-quality user experience
• Use Google Analytics to monitor site traffic and report on key performance indicators

• Oversee the organization’s Google Ads account through the Google for Nonprofits Grant
• Create and manage paid search campaigns to increase awareness and engagement
• Track ad performance and ensure full utilization of grant funds

• Serve as the point person for all marketing collateral needs across the organization
• Produce and coordinate printed materials (posters, brochures, signage, banners) for events and programs
• Maintain an organized library of brand assets, templates, and design files
• Ensure all staff have access to up-to-date and properly branded materials

• Manage an annual marketing and content calendar
• Collaborate with leadership and program staff to promote key initiatives and events
• Align marketing efforts with fundraising, advocacy and community engagement goals
• Perform other related duties as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Graphic Design, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in a marketing or communications role, preferably within a nonprofit or mission-driven environment
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills
• Proven ability to adapt and implement a consistent brand voice
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator and InDesign) and Canva
• Experience with website management (Wix preferred) and SEO best practices
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects independently

• Familiarity with Google Analytics and managing Google Ads for Nonprofits
• Experience coordinating print production and working with vendors
• Passion for social impact and alignment with our mission and values

Position requires satisfactory completion of a background check. Festa is an equal opportunity employer.