This position requires on-site work at our Lawrence and Broadway location with scheduled remote workdays.

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, the Communications & Media Outreach Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing IAFC’s mission through strategic communications, media relations, social media engagement, development initiatives, and special events.  This position is ideal for a proactive storyteller and relationship-builder who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.  The role requires a high level of initiative, creativity, and professionalism in alignment with organizational standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following. The organization reserves the right to add, delete, change, or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time.

Other Functions: The organization may assign other functions to the job at its discretion

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree and three+ years related experience and/or training.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to compose complex written communications as well as proofread and edit a wide variety of documents. 
• Self-directed and motivated; able to work independently across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to establish priorities.   
• Industry, integrity, and curiosity. The candidate must have an energy level that ensures high quality productivity on a timely basis, exercise good judgment and confidentiality when dealing with volunteers, donors, and staff, and exhibit patience and understanding of the needs of others.  
• Accuracy, independence, and reliability. The candidate must be able to perform effectively under the pressure of demanding deadlines and work with limited supervision/instruction yet possess a team attitude and be willing and able to “pinch-hit” when necessary. 
• Ability to read Spanish a plus (for proofreading).
• Understanding of IAFC, its mission, and work.

Benefits of Working at IAFC:

Working with passionate team members that are driven by our Mission: Illinois Action for Children is a catalyst for organizing, developing, and supporting strong families and powerful communities where children matter most.

We strive to foster and implement a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion across our organization. We know it is not only critical to the success of diversity initiatives - but instrumental in creating an unbiased and inclusive workplace! It not only relates to the diverse clients we serve but also creates a positive employee experience.

We offer an extensive benefits package that adds value to your total compensation. Our benefits include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans with a company contribution of 95% for single coverage
• 401k with company match
• Generous PTO – first year-23 days, the second year-28 days, the third year and on - 35 days
• 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• STD & LTD insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance

Location: Uptown, Chicago - Hybrid - 3 days in-person

Illinois Action for Children is EEO/M/F/V/D employer

While we desire for this job posting to be comprehensive, all aspects of the position may be amended at any time at the discretion of IAFC including job duties, work location and/or work schedule.