COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING

Position: Communications & Marketing Manager
Organization: Community Forests International
Location: Flexible - Remote or in-person (within 4 hours of Atlantic Time Zone). Optional office space available in Sackville, New Brunswick. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings and events.

Are you passionate about communications for change? Do you love to use the power of storytelling and design to captivate audiences and inspire action towards a sustainable future? Join our team at Community Forests International as a Communications & Marketing Manager and play a pivotal role in amplifying our impact and engaging our community.

• Position: Communications & Marketing Manager
• Location: Flexible - Remote or in-person (within 4 hours of Atlantic Time Zone). Optional office space available in Sackville, New Brunswick. Occasional travel may be required for team meetings and events.
• Hours & Term: Full-time (37.5 hours/week), with a 1-year annually renewable contract and potential for indefinite term.
• Compensation: Competitive salary range of $50,000 - $55,000 negotiable based on experience. Benefits package including paid vacation, holidays, health bursary, and sick leave.
• Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis up until and inclusive of May 20, 2024. Preferred start date is June 3rd, 2024. Please submit your resume and cover letter to jobs@forestsinternational.org with the subject line "Communications & Marketing Manager". Please indicate you saw this posting at GoodWork.ca.

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About Community Forests International:

At Community Forests International, we believe in the power of communities and forests to combat climate change and promote environmental justice. We empower communities worldwide to thrive alongside forests, centring our efforts on climate justice and equitable solutions.

Job Description:

The Communications & Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies to support our mission and engage our community. You will oversee various communication channels, and lead content development for our growing audience across our website, social media, email newsletters, and more. The ideal candidate will come with strong writing and communication skills. They are creative, strategic, and dedicated to advancing environmental sustainability, climate action, and justice through storytelling.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Communications Strategy & Management:

• Leverage existing organizational strengths and approaches to develop, direct, and implement a Digital Communications strategy and plan in close collaboration with the Executive Director and Program Director.
• Champion the Community Forests brand, including our mission, vision, and values and ensure all outward communications uphold and strengthen Community Forests’ brand and voice.
• Maintain a communications calendar and schedule, providing final quality assurance on communication outputs.
• Work with external contractors on communications outputs, including but not limited to project partners, social media creators, journalists, and independent content creators.
• Actively seek out and manage marketing opportunities to increase Community Forests’ brand recognition.

2. Stories & Community:

• Write compelling content for digital platforms, including social media, website, and monthly email newsletters.
• Work collaboratively with all team members in Canada and Zanzibar to facilitate storytelling and content generation from various programs and projects.

3. Digital Design Work

• Create compelling graphics for digital platforms, including social media, website, and newsletters.
• Design project and/or campaign materials such as the Annual Report, project reports, and other project-specific communications materials.

4. Fundraising & Campaigns:

• Collaborate with the development team on fundraising concepts, key messages, and campaign development.
• Draft fundraising campaign emails, and social media posts, and design campaign materials as needed; including but not limited to posters, flyers, fundraising packages, etc.

5. Systems and Platforms:

• Maintain digital platforms including CRM platforms (Keela and MailChimp), website (WordPress), and Google Accounts.

Qualifications:

Candidates without a bachelor’s degree or diploma are asked to illustrate their relevant work or volunteer experience for this role. 3+ years of work experience in communications, marketing, or other related functions is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in communications, preferably with non-profits, benefit corporations, or other social purpose companies.
• Strong writing, digital design, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in web management tools (WordPress), social media platforms (Meta, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube), and design software (Canva or Adobe preferred.)
• Proficiency in CRM and DRM platforms (Keela or equivalent, MailChimp.)
• Commitment to environmental sustainability, equity, and social justice.

Are you considering applying but feel uncertain about meeting all of the qualifications? We encourage you to apply! At Community Forest International, we emphasise equity in the hiring process and therefore encourage all prospective applicants to express their interest.

Alternatively, are you considering applying but feel you might be overqualified? Please reach out if you have a high level of experience as we would appreciate an opportunity to explore a role suited to your capacity.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to help tell stories about people and forests working together for climate justice, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@forestsinternational.org with the subject line "Communications & Marketing Manager". Please indicate you saw this posting at GoodWork.ca.

Community Forests International is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from equity-seeking groups.