Media and Events Specialist

Media, Communications & Writing Full Time

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Media and Events Specialist for Catholic Human Services Job Description

The Media and Events Specialist for Catholic Human Services (CHS) reports directly to the Chief Communications Officer of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. This individual works in conjunction with the three main agencies of CHS - Catholic Social Services (CSS), Catholic Housing and Community Services (CHCS), and Nutritional Development Services (NDS). CHS is the largest faith-based human services provider in Southeastern Pennsylvania and benefits more than 300,000 individuals of all faiths annually.

This Media and Events Specialist liaises with CHS administrators as well as CHS employees to identify opportunities to promote the good works associated with the respective divisions of CHS and then develop and execute effective public relations strategies for internal and external stakeholders utilizing traditional and new media.

The Media and Events Specialist facilitates local and national media requests with appropriate CHS parties in both the secular and religious press. At times interaction and collaboration with lobbyists working on behalf of the ministries of CHS will also be required.

Additional responsibilities include providing support and assistance with technology related efforts to communicate effectively through digital media; attending various events sponsored by CHS agencies and manage the press relations components of those events; and a variety of other communications duties relative to the ministries of CHS as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations and a minimum of three to five years of experience in a non-profit or corporate communications setting is required. Previous experience with social service or charitable agencies is preferred. A strong knowledge of the Roman Catholic Church and its teachings is also preferred.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

  • With the Chief Communications Officer, develop and implement communication plans to advance the mission and good works of CHS agencies.
  • Identify accomplishments, achievements, and current happenings through regular updates from program directors to bring client stories and program services to light with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Serve as a key writer and editor for CHS' monthly newsletter, Charity in Action.
  • Draft regular blog posts for the Catholic Social Services website to inspire and educate site visitors while enhancing search engine optimization (SEO).
  • Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, stakeholder emails, and other collateral to drive coverage and visibility of CHS agencies.
  • Facilitate local and national media requests with both secular and non-secular press.
  • Draft talking points and event flows to prepare staff and administrators for media interviews or events.
  • Monitor media coverage of CHS agencies through OFC's media monitoring software and produce reports to be sent to administrators.
  • Serve as the main administrator of each agency's social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) including responding to comments, messages, and other communications from the public. Develop meaningful content, including copy and graphics, for posting.
  • Coordinate and produce collateral that promotes the work of CHS agencies including brochures, flyers, film scripts, etc. as needed and requested.

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