Marketing & Events Manager

Organizational Overview

Upward Bound House (UBH) is dedicated to ending the cycle of intergenerational family homelessness. We compassionately provide a continuum of services ranging from crisis housing to permanent housing and homelessness prevention. With over 30 years of experience in family homelessness, UBH is a leading services provider, contributing to and advocating for lasting solutions to end family homelessness. UBH provides a fast-paced environment that values empowerment, collaboration, diversity, relationships, efficiency and communication. UBH provides a supportive, caring and merit-based environment for team members and is vested in their growth and development.

Position Summary

UBH seeks a bright and highly-motivated individual with excellent critical thinking ability to join our growing Development Department. The Marketing & Events Manager plays a vital role in supporting our 2024 revenue goal of $11 million. This person will be responsible for building a marketing and communications plan that raises the visibility of UBH and engages with new donors and partners, in addition to managing a few fundraising and community events throughout the year. Prior experience working on a wide range of marketing functions including branding, communications, advertising, email marketing, digital marketing, website and content creation is preferred. ** Please note this position is full-time in the office in Santa Monica and does not offer hybrid work flexibility at this time. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Marketing & Communications:

Lead marketing and communications in order to increase awareness of UBH while keeping our community of donors and volunteers updated on the impact of their contributions.

• Build a comprehensive external marketing and communications plan.
• Create and manage communications materials and templates, including but not limited to website, social media, electronic newsletters, presentation decks, and event scripts.
• Manage the creation of a comprehensive portfolio of marketing assets for external audiences such as individual donors, community partners, volunteers, corporations, and foundations.
• Update marketing materials as needed using Canva and other design programs.
• Create a social media strategy and strategic content calendar that raises awareness of UBH, building meaningful relationships with community and drives donations.
• Create and post social media content in coordination with various departments.
• Assist with copywriting and content development for print, web, and social media communication.
• Track online engagement and success with various audiences and platforms over time.
• Lead online giving campaigns such as our year-end appeal and Adopt-a-Family program.
• Ensure all visual communication adheres to brand guidelines and reflects UBH mission.
• Maintain and update UBH website.

Event Management:

Lead the design and execution of two signature fundraising events per year; a 5k community       race and a fundraising dinner for major donors . In addition, play a key support role for staff and community events.

• Plan and manage all aspects of two signature fundraising events per year, including but not limited to: venue and vendor contracts and negotiation, recruiting and managing volunteers, managing guest lists and registration, monitoring budgets, ordering supplies, securing permits, and all other pieces related to the event.
• Assisting Chief Development Officer in securing event sponsorship.
• Drive social media strategy and execution for each event.
• Solicit event feedback from guests, volunteers and vendors in order to improve future events.
• Assist Program Team in organizing a few family events per year.
• Be the point-person for third party fundraising events, providing materials and staffing when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field.
• A minimum of three years’ marketing, communications and event planning experience, preferably supporting a nonprofit development/fundraising
• A genuine belief in the important role marketing and communications plays in supporting the nonprofit sector.
• Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and various social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, and strong attention to detail.
• Strong critical thinking ability with a focus on providing solutions.
• Builds strong rapport with staff, board members, donors and volunteers.
• Available for occasional work on weekends and

  RESPONSIBILITIES COMMON TO ALL AGENCY EMPLOYEES

• Maintain a safe work environment and confidentiality at all times.
• Be proactive, creative, and flexible in determining, evaluating, researching, and resolving issues.
• Organize and prioritize multiple activities to meet all external and internal deadlines.
• Maintain professional demeanor that reflects positively on the agency.
• Demonstrate respect and courtesy toward others.
• Able to thrive in a work environment emphasizing teamwork and collaboration.
• Respond in a timely manner in all aspects of communication.
• Work with average supervision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Employment eligibility verification
• Current California driver’s license and State-required insurance and a driving record acceptable to the organization and/or its insurance
• Reliable transportation
• Successful completion of background