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Development and Communications Coordinator

Legal Aid Society Cincinnati

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

$23.35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Development and Communications Coordinator, Cincinnati, Ohio

Position Open Until Filled.

The Legal Aid Society of Greater Cincinnati is a non-profit that provides free legal assistance to resolve serious problems for low-income families so they can achieve economic security and family stability. We’ve helped tens of thousands of families stay safe and stable since 1908.


Legal Aid is seeking a full-time Development and Communications Coordinator. In this multifaceted role, you will work with the Director of Development & Communication to create effective fundraising campaigns and develop high-impact digital, video, and print communications for multiple audiences. The position requires experience in content development, video editing, and copy editing, as well as strong writing skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.


If you are passionate about shaping effective messaging that drives awareness and support for an organization that serves families in need, we encourage you to apply! Visit www.lascinti.org for more information about Legal Aid.


Position Description

  • Provide administrative and creative support for the Director of Development & Communication
  • Manage donation tracking and donor recognition notifications, with focus on accuracy and timeliness
  • Responsible for the DonorPerfect database, reports, and campaign lists
  • Manage communications calendar and help create social media posts, videos & events
  • Assist in development of fundraising, newsletters, annual report, and other communication materials
  • Responsible for shooting and editing photos and videos as well as working with outside graphic design firms to create marketing materials
  • Responsible for managing regular edits and uploads to the Legal Aid and affiliate websites
  • Provide administrative and creative support for organization events


Qualifications

The successful application will meet the following qualifications.

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited college or university; a degree in Marketing or Communications preferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong copy editing skills is a plus.
  • Experience in a non-profit development or marketing communications environment is preferred
  • Expert on Microsoft Office products
  • Experience with Donor Management Databases; DonorPerfect knowledge a plus
  • Experience with content management systems and e-mail marketing platforms, Constant Contact a plus
  • Strong knowledge of graphic design, photography, and video editing; Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and Microsoft video editing proficiency a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently, multitask with ease and under pressure


Compensation and Benefits

  • Legal Aid offers competitive compensation, $23.35+/hour, dependent on experience
  • Excellent Benefits package includes generous paid leave, comprehensive health insurance, 401K and pension plan
  • This is a full-time 40-hour-week M-F position with occasional evening event support required


Application Process

Applicants should submit all items listed below via Legal Aid’s ADP platform: http://bitly.info/job

  1. Cover letter explaining the reasons for your interest,
  2. Current resume, and
  3. Contact information for three professional references.

Interviews will be arranged by Legal Aid Society. Please do not call.

The Legal Aid Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Legal Aid offers reasonable accommodations in the hiring and employment process. If you need assistance, you may request an accommodation.

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