Marketing Specialist 1 - Podcast

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.The Marketing Specialist 1 - Podcast position exists to provide marketing support to the podcast marketing teams to include general administration, marketing plan assistance, tactical implementation, inter-departmental communication, and plan entries into the project management system to track approvals and deadlines.

Provide project status information at regular intervals and when requested. Wor ks with Sr. Marketing Director to track and report on projects.

Requires general supervision, project direction, and refers questionable matters to the Sr. Marketing Director.Essential Duties / Responsibilities : Provides support in the development of marketing plans to include writing basic plans, schedule adherence, tactical implementation and follow up in plan elements, preparing plan calendars, reporting on plan status and exceptions, and distribution of final plan to (internal and external) key stakeholdersEnters marketing plan activities (e.

g., plan elements, advertisements, cover images and artwork, direct marketing etc.) into the project management tool, Aprimo (training provided) making sure the needed approvals are obtained and deadlines are met.

Gathers necessary information from members of the marketing strategy team and other internal / external stakeholders. Tracks projects to completionWorks cross-departmentally to accomplish marketing goals, and clearly communicates the milestones for a project, following through in a timely manner on all assigned parts of a project, promptly responding to requests for informationConducts research for competitive analysis, SWOT analysis, to ensure that the team is hitting the right core audience, maximizing our ROI potential and ministry impactNurtures professional relationships with outside vendors and third-party contractors as neededAssists in the planning and preparation of various inter-departmental meetings and other on-site partner meetings.

Takes notes of action items, decision, and other issues for follow up in meetings as assigned. Follows up on assignments given to ensure agreed upon deliverables are metIdentifies areas of growth and creates strategies for assigned programsMaintains marketing calendar for the department, organizes marketing plan files and gather plan elements and samples to stakeholders (Ads, Covers, Promo copies etc.

Is responsible for ordering, tracking, and controlling inventory for all applicable campaign marketing materials, product samples and merchandiseAssists in preparing work orders, purchase orders and identifying budget for plan activities.

Keeps marketing budget up to date, and works with the Business Affairs Department, legal team when necessary, and other stakeholders to help coordinate budget and contractual issuesAssists in maintaining effective internal client communication, while building trust and credibility.

Addresses concerns in a timely wayReviews packaging, promotional copy, and other communications for accuracy recommending changes as neededCreates innovative ways to internally communicate FOTF resources.

Develops and executes internal marketing plans that inspires and informs FOTF employees about upcoming campaigns and related resourcesWorks with Marketing Director to aid in tracking and communication of monthly activities as it relates to ministry wide campaignsCommunicates closely and in a timely manner with the Marketing Director with up-to-date weekly reports on all assigned campaignsOther Duties / Responsibilities : Limited travel may be required for events, conferencesManages travel arrangements for Director and staff as needed, along with any marketing materialsAssist in managing interns and volunteersPrepares and submits travel expense reports for department (Concur reporting software)Share the general administrative duties of the marketing strategy areaPerforms other duties as assignedWorking Environment / Physical Requirements : Fast-paced office environment with constantly changing prioritiesThis role may require occasional travel including nights and weekendsJOB QUALIFICATIONSCharacter / Spiritual : Exemplifies Ephesians 5 : 1-2, Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us.

• Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28 : 19-20, Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you;
• and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus;

adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct () and Statement of Faith () ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayerPrays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayerEngages in Christian ministryDemonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values ()Personal Characteristics : Approaches projects from an interdependent philosophy.

Must be a creative thinker, strong work ethic, able to collate with other. Can professional represent FOTF to outside partiesKnowledge / Experience : B achelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, or business-related experience preferred2-4 years of experience in advertising, marketing, or communications with proven project management skill.

Exposure to basic marketing principles. Podcast experience a benefit.Computer proficiency in a variety of Windows-based software and other SaaS systemsExperience in giving presentations and public communication preferredKnowledge of digital and social media communication tools and platformsSalesforce Social Studio or Marketing Cloud experience a benefitSkills, Abilities and Special Talents / Gifts : Exceptional writing and verbal skills (assessment may be given)Ability to work with confidential informationAbility to pivot and flex and manage multiple projects and functionsHigh Emotional Intelligence (assessment may be given)Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret dataAttention to detail and accuracyRational, systematic, and creative approach to problem solvingAbility to bring a positive approach to the marketing cultureStewardship Requirements : Ability to remain within budget assigned for projects, recognizing stewardship responsibility of donor resourcesPay Range : $24.

00 to $27.50 / hrApplication Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CVApplication Materials Instructions : Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.

To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm / yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time.

2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for : Norton LifeLock ID Theft CoverageLegal Shield / ID Shield CoverageAFLAC403B Retirement PlanVacation Time & Vacation PayoutSick TimeHolidaysService AwardsCommunity Service DaysBookstore DiscountFitness CenterEmployees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and : Medical PlanDental PlanVision PlanLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountsEAP (Employee Assistance Program)Tuition ReimbursementWarehouse Membership ReimbursementNote : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above.

For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for : Sick TimeBookstore DiscountFitness CenterTentative Search Timeline : Priority will be given to applications submitted by October 25th, 2024.

However, this posting will remain open until filled.The potential employee start date is October 28th, 2024.Posting date : September 25th, 2024Unposting date : ongoing until filledPosting contact email : job@fotf.

orgHelping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.Job DetailsPay Type Hourly