Marketing & Communications Specialist

Paws for Purple Hearts

Ruther Glen, VA

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Facilities Management, Fundraising, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Military, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Record Keeping, Salesforce.com, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Ruther Glen, VA
POSTED
Today

The Paws for Purple Hearts (PPH) Marketing & Communications Specialist (MCS) plays a key role in our organization. In support of our mission and in alignment with our values, the MCS conducts effective fundraising and general managerial activities to sustain and grow our footprint in their geographic area of responsibility. The MCS reports directly to, and is accountable to, the San Antonio facility Site Manager and the Chief Executive Officer - CEO. The MCS coordinates activities with other staff as appropriate for the ongoing planning and implementation of site activities, based on the guidance and direction of the reporting senior.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the site administration;
  • Support ongoing fundraising and donor cultivation efforts;
  • Support PPH’s community engagement, volunteer program, and marketing efforts in coordination with the advancement team:
  • Assist the Site Manager in the administration, scheduling and organizational management of Paws for Purple Hearts’ offices;
  • Seek innovative ways to advance the PPH mission, steward PPH’s donors and support the Site Manager to ensure maximum effectiveness.

Requirements/Qualifications

1.  PPH MCS position is required to have met the following minimum educational requirements:

     *High school graduate;

     *Associates Degree;

     *Coursework in Communications and/or Management.

2. Prior experience necessary for this position includes

    *Strong background in marketing and communications support;

    *Work in or a knowledge of military organization and culture, Veterans issues and assistance dogs;

    *Affinity for military service members, Veterans and assistance dogs;

    *A background in organization and administration.

3. Basic qualifications include the following areas:

   *Knowledge of and an ability to support the site

    *Knowledge of and an ability to provide the administrative and organizational skills needed to help

     further our mission;

    *Great attitude and professionalism;

    *Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

    *Excellent writing ability;

    *Strong computer skills – especially Salesforce and Excel expertise;

    *Accurate reporting and record keeping.

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