Assistant Director, Communications Strategy Team, Nashville, TN
Basic Purpose: Assists Senior Director of Communications and Brand Strategy with planning and implementing strategies related to Rethink Church, Brand Management, ICT4D, and Training. Assists Senior Director with media planning, metrics and tracking. Develops and/or assists in the development of copy, (advertising, eblast, promotional materials and creative materials) for the promotion of all teams within Communication Strategy Team. As needed, manages contractors to extend the reach and scope of communications team. Assists the Senior Director by serving as a liaison to interpret and promote resources for church leaders across the denomination. Provides leadership support to Communications Strategy team in Senior Director’s absence and as assigned for special products. Serves as a representative for Communication Strategy Team at events and conferences as needed.
Requirements:
- This position requires strong organizational and project management skill.
- A minimum of three years’ experience in branding, marketing, advertising and media with an understanding of both traditional and digital media.
- Background in social media use and best practices preferred.
- A capacity for intensive and sustained work and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.
- Must have project management experience.
- Must be able to work individually as well as part of a creative team is required.
- Sensitivity and commitment to the faith of the church, creativity and verbal /written communication skills needed.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Knowledge of the structure and programs of The United Methodist Church are needed
Benefits:
- Base salary (Contact HR)
- Regular Full-time Position (L13)
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and Dependent Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Retirement/Pension Plan /Personal Investment Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
- Paid Holidays (eleven annually)
- Paid Vacation / Paid Sick Leave and Personal Leave
- Continuing Education
- Free Parking
To apply or for more information contact: UMCom/Human Resources
P. O. Box 320 (810-12th Ave. S., Nash. 37203), Nashville, TN 37202-0320
Phone: 615-742-5137 Fax: 615-742-5428, Email: hr@umcom.org
To apply please provide the following:
Cover Letter→ Resume →Complete Application Form →References
Writing samples and examples of past work will be required.
http://www.umcom.org/employment_application