Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Job Title: Manager, Communications
Department: Strategic Development and Marketing
Reports to: Vice President, Communications
# of direct reports: 0
Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000
Position overview: The Manager, Communications, works with the Vice President, Communications handling internal and external media and communication efforts for Best Buddies International. Candidates must be collaborative in nature and equipped with a strong work ethic. As a member of a small team, this position will provide intense exposure to the field of communications. On-the-job training will be provided and quick learning is required. This position also requires maintaining strong cross-department collaboration with other teams where there is an overlap or synergy in communication touches, working directly with staff who oversee Best Buddies’ website, email, social media, stewardship, and sponsor relations efforts.
Job requirements --- Qualified applicants must have:
2+ years of professional experience in either Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Journalism or another related field.BA/BS degree required.
Excellent writing and proofreading/editing skills Strong command of AP Style Knowledge of the media, including the ability to differentiate between news and non-news eventsAbility to write and pitch press releases for media outreach.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, WordPress blog, Media monitoring database and Excel.Efficient and effective project and time management skills, including detailed follow-up.Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, as well as media leads at partner/sponsor organizations. Keep up with current events and scan the media for opportunities to place Best Buddies (staff/key supporters) into stories about philanthropic organizations, key fundraising events, human interest stories, etc.Experience writing and submitting award entries.Ability to think quickly and work well in high pressure situations such as live events, crisis communications, newsworthy and press opportunities where Best Buddies is involved. Ability to thrive, multi-task and be flexible in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.Commitment to the goals, values, and mission of the organization.
Programs
Serve as the PR liaison between Best Buddies headquarters and state offices; Provide public relations support to state offices and oversee the production of public relations materials for all offices and departments.Grow earned media coverage for Best Buddies national events including the Best Buddies Challenges and Best Buddies Friendship Walks.Support the planning of donor stewardship and End-of-Year campaigns by assisting the VP, Communications with messaging and implementing digital tactics (email/social media).Development
Deliver sponsor benefits to assigned media sponsors at major events throughout the year.Maintain yearly internal editorial calendar for media sponsors and press opportunities.Oversee content creation of donor centric stewardship emails, mailers, templates, and social media posts as needed.
Communications
Assist with drafting press releases, media advisories, annual report content, website and social media copy, email campaigns as well as other communication documents.Assist with the development, distribution, and execution of BBI's Annual Report.Maintain consistent use of facts, figures and language throughout organization through effective internal communications toolsMonitor news clips in real-time and distribute news clips to keep senior leadership team fully informed and engaged about earned media stories and Best Buddies in the news. Identify sources for compelling content to be used in email campaigns, annual reports and website. Ensure all staffers adhere to organizational style and brand guidelines.Human Resources
Work collaboratively with seasonal interns within the Communications department.Operations
Assist with tactical PR plan for special events and facilitate the needs of attending media.Finance
Assist Vice President, Communications, in optimizing donated dollars and in-kind assets to maximize visibility.Miscellaneous
• This position requires 25% travel for work-related events
• Works extended hours/nights/weekends as needed during Special Events
Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
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Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Job Title: Development Associate, Best Buddies Challenges
Department: Strategic Development and Marketing
Reports to: Regional Ride Director
# of direct reports: n/a
Salary: $40k-45k
Position Overview: The Development Associate is a key position on the Development Team charged with recruiting new participants and teams, retaining alumni, increasing participant fundraising and providing excellent customer service to all participants in the Best Buddies Challenge Rides (which support Best Buddies International). This position focuses heavily on peer-to-peer fundraiser recruitment and support. Areas of responsibility and associated task functions are outlined below. The goals and direct responsibilities associated with this position are to increase participant recruitment while providing positive relationships resulting in increased participation and revenue. By accomplishing these goals, participant recruitment and fundraising revenues will directly contribute to the bottom-line profitability and success of the Best Buddies Challenges.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience in marketing and/or communicationsExperience with P2P fundraising campaigns is highly desirable Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPointExcellent customer service skillsExperience in managing relationships with key stakeholdersDatabase knowledge (pulling reports, analyzing data, updating records, etc) Organized and detail-orientedAbility to manage multiple deadlines Ability to work independently in a team environment Work well under pressure and with a variety of peopleMotivated self-starter personalityDeadline conscious with ability to work within sales and development goalsAbility and flexibility to work nights and weekendsPlan and manage eventsOwn a car and be willing and able to travel locally and nationallyBe a team playerKnowledge of cycling a plusAbility to approach potentially stressful situations with a sense of humorJob Duties include, but are not limited to:
Oversee and manage key participant relationships for the organization aimed at increased revenueCreate and follow participant on-boarding, lead-flow, and fundraising stratification processes and protocolsSupport participants with fundraising and team developmentManage all aspects of participant database for the rides Manage and maintain ride and sponsor CRM (Customer Relationship Management) platform including regular updates and collection of data from teamAssist with rider team development and customer service leading up to and during the eventPlan and execute information sessions in person and over the phoneWrite and assist with external communicationsAssist in data collection process and analyzation for annual survey and marketing reportsHandle customer service issues as requestedCreate regional calendar and attends events, expos, and conventions to promote the Best Buddies Challenge and recruit new riders
Objectives:
Increase participants and participant revenueBuild new community and corporate teamsAchieve and exceed participant revenue goalsDevelop new leads for teamsRetain and grow current teamsImprove participant customer serviceUtilize standardized lead and participant communication plans Assist in management of CRM databaseLocation: Hybrid WFH/National Rides Office in Boston, MA
Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
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