Events and Communications Manager

About Girls in the Game

At Girls in the Game every girl finds her voice, discovers her strength and leads with confidence through fun and active leadership, sports and health programs. Our programs empower all girls to be gamechangers in their own lives and in their communities. We strive to serve girls year-round and over the long-term and offer a continuum of programs for girls at each stage in their development. Our heart is in Chicago, but in recent years we’ve expanded to include programs in Bloomington, Illinois and Baltimore, Maryland.

Position Summary

Girls in the Game seeks a driven, engaging, and strategic development professional with exceptional written and verbal communication skills and the ability to self-direct to work with Girls in the Game’s Director of Development and Communications to ensure that Development team goals are met for both fundraising and marketing plans. The Events and Communications Manager will oversee special event efforts in Chicago, including oversight of the organization’s two largest fundraisers (Field of Dreams gala and Chip in for Girls golf outing) as well as partner event and cause marketing efforts. In addition, the Events and Communications Manager is responsible for the organization’s communications, marketing and social media efforts, including management of the organization’s website, email communications, marketing materials and creation of the annual report. The ideal candidate is tech savvy, flexible and organized with a good sense of humor and the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.  

Girls in the Game is seeking a Events and Communications Manager to do the following:

Special Events

• Oversee all aspects of annual Chip in for Girls golf outing, working with committee and Development Director to ensure that event revenue goals are met
• Work with Individual Giving Manager to create stewardship plan for golfers post-event to develop them as donors
• Work with Development Director to oversee annual Field of Dreams gala, including all logistical details for the event, auction oversight, sponsorship fulfillment and on-site event execution, working towards eventual full oversight of the event

Marketing

• Manage organization’s website to support achievement of organization's strategic goals
• Promote organization’s mission and activities through social media
• Manage media outreach and relations
• Develop media reach in both Chicago and external markets
• Produce quarterly e-newsletter and other regular e-communications
• Produce Girls in the Game’s annual report
• Work closely with the rest of the Development team to produce fundraising material and appeal packages
• Work with Programs staff to develop recruitment materials as needed
• Write and edit blog posts, opinion pieces, and other materials
• Provide support to program and development staff on digital campaigns, materials and marketing for program recruitment, special events, and print publications
• Ensure proper use of organization logo, photos and other collateral with outside media and third parties
• Manage Peer-to-Peer fundraising efforts including days of givingand other social media giving campaigns
• Manage video footage and editing for digital projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least five experience in non-profit development or comparable experience
• Working knowledge of Chicagoland’s philanthropic and non-profit community
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer environments, e.g. Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal support

Licensing and Requirements

• Employment is contingent upon proof of eligibility to work
• Verification of degree/credentials
• Background check and fingerprint clearance
• Valid driver’s license
• Proof of insurance on personal vehicle
• Recent satisfactory DMV printout of driving record
• Must be available to work evenings or on weekends for various scheduled events and programs
• Flexibility, positive attitude and desire to continually improve professional skills
• Agreement to uphold all of the Girls in the Game Policies and Procedures (by signature)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

LANGUAGE

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with individuals and groups, including regular public speaking
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities and time manage in a fast-paced and self-directed team environment
• Ability to maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of people including, but not limited to; board members, staff, volunteers, interns, community partners, organizational donors, media
• Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and deal with each person in an effective and professional manner
• Ability to advocate for and work with girls/young women in a variety of settings and activities
• Ability to work with and engage other from diverse cultures and various sectors of the community
• Spanish-speaking ability highly desirable

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to develop and manage program budget and provide required reports

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to manage a team of staff and professional volunteers
• Ability to plan strategically, prioritize and delegate
• Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and staff both on and off duty as defined by agency ethical codes
• Ability to solve problems and resolve conflicts effectively
• Possess a caring attitude towards fellow employees and clients served

Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This position requires:

Frequently:          Sitting, Walking, Running, Active Play, Seeing, Hearing, Speaking, Standing, Carrying, Driving

Occasionally:      Stooping, Lift up to 40 lbs, Squatting, Kneeling, Bending, Pushing/Pulling

Seldom:               Climbing, Twisting

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a fast paced environment and the noise level is usually moderate.

Compensation

Salary is $50,000 annually with yearly reviews, opportunities for raises and advancement. Benefits include health and dental insurance, 401K match, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, generous PTO policy plus 11 paid holidays, and more.

Accountability

This position reports to the Director of Development and Communications.

Girls in the Game is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, national origin or sexual orientation.

Submit resume and writing sample to Tammy at hr@girlsinthegame.org.