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Who Are We: 
Banyan is a woman-owned, mission-driven agency with over 25 years of experience creating communications solutions for nonprofits, foundations, community organizations, and government agencies. Banyan's culture and work is driven by our core values - boldness, compassion, curiosity, collaboration, and passion. We believe that creative communication can illuminate thinking, inform behavior, inspire action, and empower individuals and communities to create positive, lasting change in the world.
 

What We Value: 
We've built a culture reflective of our values - boldness fueled by curiosity, a passion for the work and our mission, a collaborative spirit, and a compassionate approach. This combination cultivates a culture that invites every voice to the table in an effort to create great work that truly has an impact in the world we share.

How We Operate:
Change doesn't happen without people, and neither does our work. That's why we put people first in everything we do, from the way we create to the audiences we strive to reach. We're constantly investing in our team of change-makers to provide opportunities for growth and fertile ground for collaboration. We believe in giving people the means to grow and thrive in whatever they do.

Potential Job Opportunities with Banyan Communications

Banyan is growing and we would like to pique your interest in joining our organization.  While we currently have a few open positions posted, we anticipate ongoing hiring throughout 2022 and beyond.  This job advertisement aims to pool the best candidates - creative, highly collaborative professionals who share our mission, are driven by a desire to change the world for good, and looking to join a diverse, dynamic team.
 

Core Competencies:

Anyone interested in joining Banyan should have some or all these core competencies.

• Interpersonal, teambuilding, and collaboration skills

• Organizational and creative problem-solving skills

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

• The ability to be flexible and adaptable in the face of challenges

• Ethical responsibility to self and others

• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, Slack, Zoom, and Adobe software
   

Technical Competencies:

We are highly skilled in the following areas.  These key competencies make Banyan a success, differentiate us from our competitors and will continue to make us a leader in our field.

Client Services - we are looking for candidates proficient in budget planning, risk management, project planning and forecasting, task management, people management with preferable knowledge of PM tools and familiarity with agile and other PM methodologies.

Design - we are looking for candidates with strong proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, strong design skills and knowledge of color theory, usability, layout, typography, design principles, UI/UX principles (HTML/CSS is a plus), skilled in designing for print, digital, web, and social media. Familiarity with 508 Compliance is preferred. 

Copywriting - we are looking for candidates with experience in sourcing, developing, editing, and managing content development, including call to action and measurable outcomes.

Web Development - we are looking for candidates with strong knowledge of coding/programming languages (C/C++, C#, Java, Javascript, Perl, PHP, Python, Swift, Go, SQL, R, Ruby, etc), experience with front-end Javascript frameworks such as Vue, Angular, React or similar, utilize agile software development practices, data and testing standards, code reviews, source code management, continuous delivery, and software architecture, basic understanding of UX practices to improve usability and interaction between the customer and the product.

Human Resources - we are looking for candidates with sound knowledge of HR principles (including, but not limited to recruitment, performance management, change management, learning and development, compensation and benefits, employee engagement and satisfaction, and compliance policies), experience with HRIS/ATS/Benefits/Payroll systems is preferred.

Operations - we are looking for candidates proficient in office management, budget planning, vendor management, needs assessments, and tech-savvy.

Communications Strategy - we are looking for candidates with expertise in contemporary communications strategy and experience developing and deploying of integrated marketing campaigns and PR efforts for issue awareness, cause marketing, or public health. Candidates with a demonstrable understanding of Social and Behavior Change Communications theories and/or Health Communications/Social Marketing practices are preferred. 

Digital Communications - we are looking for candidates with expertise in strategizing and deploying content for social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, etc.) including paid media management, audience development, analytics, experience with SMMS tools (such as Sprinklr, Spreadfast, Hootsuite) and Facebook Ads Manager, Google Ads, and Google Analytics, and SEO tools, familiarity with activating and evaluating paid social, search, display, and YouTube advertising, implementing research, monitoring, and evaluation plans and protocols, data and insights, web analytics, social media metrics, and media monitoring insights.

Education and Experience:

We are looking for candidates with Bachelors, Masters, and PhDs.  You should also have a minimum of two years of related experience. 

If you are interested in joining our team and possess these Core and Technical Competencies, then please apply. Submit your letter of interest identifying your area of expertise that corresponds to our Technical Competencies and an updated resume to us. We look forward to learning more about you.

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