Marketing & Community Engagement Manager

The Marketing and Community Engagement Manager at Housing Opportunities of Northern Kentucky (HONK) leads the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing and communications plan while directing community engagement efforts to expand HONK's impact in Covington, Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and execution of a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy aligned with HONK's overarching strategic plan.
• Plan and coordinate special events and collaborative opportunities.
• Expand HONK's involvement with a vintage car collection.
• Support annual giving campaigns and fundraising activities.
• Foster cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors, businesses, and foundations.
• Assist in managing the donor management and acknowledgement system.
• Maintain accurate records and provide regular progress reports on marketing and communications goals.
• Create and implement an annual community engagement plan to grow and retain HONK's client, volunteer, and donor base.
• Maintain relationships with collaborative partners and cultivate new ones.
• Participate in relevant councils, commissions, committees, and community meetings.
• Develop outreach materials (newsletters, brochures, flyers, electronic media, etc.) to effectively convey HONK's mission.
• Develop and schedule presentations; coordinate with staff regarding coverage and responsibilities.
• Cultivate HONK’s social media presence to attract clients, volunteers, and donors.
• Coordinate events including open houses, groundbreaking ceremonies, fundraising activities, donor/partner/volunteer appreciation events, and presentations of new client welcome baskets or gifts.
• Maintain records and provide regular reports on goals within the community engagement plan.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to meet the goals of the strategic plan.
• Contribute to and coordinate efforts with HONK’s Development & Marketing Committee.
• Assist with Candid Seal of Transparency, BBB accreditation, CHDO recertification, and related activities.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support HONK’s mission, while upholding the organization’s ethical standards and representing its faith-based foundation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, English or related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Excellent written communication, strong visual design sense, and solid presentation skills.
• High level of organization with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively with a diverse population.
• Outgoing and engaging personality with confidence to interact face-to-face with individual and corporate donors.
• Ability to prepare and present oral and written reports on marketing and community engagement activities, track progress, and address program deficiencies as they arise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge and experience with social media platforms, email marketing, and website management.
• Experience with nonprofits and event planning is preferred.

Technologies

Software tools include Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and the broader Microsoft Office suite.

Benefits

• Health Care
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Time Off
• Eligible for Simple IRA Retirement Plan after 1 year
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Organizational Expectations

• Supports HONK objectives, principles, and values
• Interacts effectively with HONK staff, volunteers, and clients
• Adheres to HONK policies and procedures and acts professionally
• Suggets ways to improve organizational success

Compensation

Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions

Candidates will not be considered without a cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter accompanies your resume.

Relocation

Relocation to Covington, KY 41011 is required before starting work.

Work Location

Onsite, in person at Covington, Kentucky.

Job Type

Full-time