Marketing Development Associate Jobs in Orange, CA

About the Role:This is for acontracted employee role, with an expected duration of six (months).At the end of the contracted period of employment, job performance, attendance, attitude and overall interest in the job will be assessed in a performance evaluation to determine if an offer of full-time at will employment will be made, if the contract period will be extended, or if the contract will be ended without further offer of employment.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Development Associate works under the Development Director's supervision and is responsible for supporting C4K's growth and engagement strategies in the South Bay. This versatile position involves assisting with fundraising initiatives, distributing, and updating content across digital media channels, planning, and executing events, and maintaining relationships with volunteers. The Development Associate plays a critical role in expanding C4K's audience and strengthening community relationships through the agency's service areas (2 & 8).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Job Duties:

• Uphold the mission and core values of Counseling4Kids.
• Update and maintain the grant, outreach, and social media calendars.
• Maintain accurate records within donor and volunteer databases, SharePoint sites, workflows, and project management systems.
• Maintain and organize outreach and marketing supplies.
• Attend internal and external meetings documenting highlights, deliverables, agreements, opportunities, and next steps.
• Manage and execute direct mail campaigns.
• Design, edit, and format materials such as marketing collateral, presentations, banners, emails, signage, infographics, branded items, and more per the agency's direction.
• Ability to create digital assets within brand style/tone guidelines and incorporate feedback into revised work.

• Source stock images or other photography as needed.
• Upload and monitor content across social media platforms.
• Participate in all Fundraising Events and Campaigns, including event planning, coordination of logistics, communications, setup of events through teardown.
• Assists with event sponsorship requests to businesses, corporations, vendors and community-based organizations.
• Conduct research related to current projects and upcoming events.
• Collaborate with the team to highlight recent programs, partnerships, and events.
• Interact with various external contacts and volunteers on behalf of the Development Department.
• Development Department

-Collaborate with various departments to develop content for both internal and external communications.

-Create presentation materials for the agency (i.e., ICE videos, CSD Consent videos, etc.).

• Outreach Items

-Logistics planning

-Stay informed about community outreach events and maintain relationships with community partners through

ongoing outreach and communications.

• Volunteer Coordination

-Communication with volunteers (i.e., scheduling).

• Maintenance of Agency Systems & Social Media
  

-Update and maintain the grant, outreach, and social media calendars.

-Maintain accurate records within donor and volunteer databases, SharePoint sites, workflows, and project management

systems.

-Maintain and organize outreach and marketing supplies.

-Upload and monitor content across social media platforms.

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Note: In the event that the Agency requests the regular usage of bilingual skills, the passing score of 70% on a proficiency test is required to receive a monthly bilingual stipend; per the Agency's Bilingual Stipend Policy.

Competencies

• Aptness to work well under pressure and tactfully with various personalities.
• Flexibility and openness to diverse experiences and perspectives.
• Highly meticulous attention to detail and time-management skills.
• A proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving, handling multiple concurrent tasks, and a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Provides a positive customer-oriented attitude and professionalism.
• Ability to assume responsibility and function effectively in a team environment or independently.
• Willingness to work some evenings, weekend days to complete special projects and participate in fundraising events.

Supervisor Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

-Superior communication both verbally and written and able to listen and write clearly and analytically.

- Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to relate one-on-one and in groups with confidence, empathy and poise.

- Superb Time Management and Organizational Skills, with an ability to prioritize, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines.

- At least 2 years of experience managing Department and/or Administrative Level schedules.

- High level of comfort with the internet and technology, especially social media

- Must have working experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, InDesign.

- Experience in taking and editing photos and videos with iPhone/iPad.

- Punctual and proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

- Event planning and hospitality.

-Experience in branding, typography, and multimedia projects is highly valued.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of an A.A./A.S. degree in Communication, Marketing or related to Social Services industry.

- 2 years of experience working/volunteering for a non-profit organization.

- Must be able to communicate clearly; both verbally and in writing.

- Understanding of branding principles and the ability to apply brand standards consistently across various forms of communication and design.

- Comfort with technology and adaptability to new digital tools and platforms that enhance communication and development efforts.

EEO Statement:

Counseling4Kids provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Counseling4Kids complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Counseling4Kids expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Counseling4Kids' employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.