Communications Coordinator - CFI

Communications Coordinator - CFI

Job ID

2435

Company

Washington, DC

About Accion :

Accion is a global nonprofit on a mission to create a fair and inclusive economy for the nearly two billion people who are failed by the global financial system. We develop and scale responsible digital financial solutions for small business owners, smallholder farmers, and women, so they can make informed decisions and improve their lives. Through targeted investment strategies, advisory solutions, and expert thought leadership, we work with local partners to develop and scale cheaper, more accessible, and customer-friendly financial solutions. Since 1961, Accion has helped build 267 financial service providers serving low-income clients in 75 countries, reaching 440 million people. More at https : / / www.accion.org.

About Center for Financial Inclusion (CFI) :

Founded in 2008, the Center for Financial Inclusion (CFI) is an independent think tank housed at Accion deeply committed to creating a fair and inclusive economy where underserved people have quality financial choices and opportunities. Our vision remains clear : a world in which all people can use financial services and participate in the economy to improve their lives and prosper. CFI works to make this vision a reality through cutting-edge research, convenings, the piloting of innovative solutions, and the dissemination of knowledge around some of today's most pressing and transformative issues, including consumer protection, artificial intelligence, and digital public infrastructure. More at http : / / www.centerforfinancialinclusion.org

Position Summary

CFI is looking for a Communications Specialist who will help shape and implement CFI's communications strategies and support outreach and engagement through our publications and convenings. This position will play a key role in managing digital channels, supporting event management and operations, as well as creating and disseminating engaging content to drive awareness of CFI publications and research insights.

This position is based in Washington, D.C.

Position Responsibilities

Write and edit communications, including web copy, newsletters, blogs, social media copy, and other collateral to support CFI publications, convenings, and other initiatives

• Create digital graphics and other collateral for CFI's website, events, and speaking engagements
• Manage the production of in-house videos and provide design support for all internal and external presentations
• Collaborate with designers and consultants to ensure content aligns with CFI visual identity
• Ensure management of CFI assets through Sharepoint to ensure all team members have access to updated templates, logos, photography, videos, etc.
• Manage CFI's social media calendar, build promotional toolkits, and design creative content to drive social media engagement
• Manage CFI's website by ensuring all content is up to date; draft website copy, and liaise with developers for enhancements and troubleshooting
• Drive internal project execution and proactively assist with the organization and execution of external events such as the Responsible Finance Forum, Financial Inclusion Week, webinars, workshops and other engagements
• Support with the coordination of virtual and in-person meetings and events, including marketing promotions, speaker coordination, registration, and basic IT support
• Support the Senior Communications Director in managing ongoing projects and executing external and internal communications and strategies
• Regularly monitor, analyze and report on team KPIs and suggest improvements to drive impact.
• Other duties to be assigned as appropriate.

Position Qualifications

Travel Requirements

Compensation and Benefits

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Accion is not sponsoring applicants for work visas at this time.

Accion is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Accion seeks qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by law. Accion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.