Careers

Marketing Manager

Reports to: VP of Development of Downtown Rescue Mission (DRM) 

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with four years of experience. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 

• Problem-solving skills autonomously and collaboratively. 

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects within deadlines. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Drive. (Clearview - CRM) 

• Duties and responsibilities mostly take place on weekdays during office hours.

Duties and Responsibilities: The Marketing Manager and Events will oversee all tasks for marketing and events. This position works under the supervision and guidance of the VP of Development and works closely with the Development Team and, at times, other DRM constituents (staff, volunteers, etc.). Duties and responsibilities included but were not limited to: 

• Plan and execute marketing, advertising, and product promotion activities consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization. 

• Responsible for the creation and implementation of the marketing plan. 

• Coordinate developing and implementing marketing, advertising, and public relations activities. 

• Develop and manage annual marketing budgets and regularly monitor expenditures, and prepare summary reports. 

• Direct and coordinate production and implementation of all newsletters, direct mail, email blasts, advertisements, media advisories, press releases, social media, etc. 

• Responsible for all events, including but not limited to in-house events, outside fundraising events, third-party events, and other assigned events. 

• Plan and manage all events, which vary in size, location, and purpose. 

• Coordinate with staff and volunteers to ensure the success of events. 

• Have a general knowledge of what guests of respective events expect.

• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and venues. 

• Create reliable financial reports and remain under budget with all costs. 

• Anticipate and address potential problems that may arise. 

• Research, propose, and secure possible venues for functions based on budget, geography, accessibility, aesthetic appeal, and availability.

• Prepare formal briefing materials with final details for fellow DRM members, event hosts, and other constituents (if applicable). 

• Develop staffing plans to ensure quality standards are met. 

• Collaborate with fellow Development Team members and vendors in the creation and distribution of event invitations and the tracking of responses. 

• Determine benchmarks for success before each event, evaluate their effectiveness afterward, and incorporate improvements for future events. 

• Brainstorm and propose additional events that could benefit DRM. 

• Representing DRM at events and speaking publicly when required or assigned. 

• Supervise and manage the team production and expectations. 

• Full-time onsite position

Disclaimer: This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the basic elements that are essential to the job. Job descriptions are subject to change according to the needs and vision of DRM. The employee signature below constitutes the employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.

For more information, please contact:  jonathan.walsh@downtownrescuemission.org