Communications Associate

The Kansas Methodist Foundation seeks a Communications Associate to support the total operation of KMF in fulfillment of its ministry and mission. The areas of focus for this role are communications and marketing, donor relations, as well as other operational support. The KMF team is small and each person adds value in multiple areas.

We seek a team member who is committed to making an impactful difference at KMF in our ministry for the church and the world through stewardship and generosity.

General Duties:

Communications & Marketing

• Prepare and update written and video content for the website, newsletters, brochures, annual report, flyers, and other publications or media used, including working with MailChimp and other Adobe Suite software.
• Enter, update, and maintain client and relationship databases and files, in support of growing relationships.
• Use customer relationship management system to promote services and programs for current and prospective relationships (individuals, churches, and institutions).
• Create and manage grant and scholarship programs (registration, application receipt, distribution of funds) facilitated by the Foundation directly.
• Develop and implement a digital media strategy, including social media on multiple platforms.
• Research, conduct interviews, coordinate photo and video shoots, and create stories about Foundation donors, grantees, and programs for use in multiple mediums.

Donor Relations

• Contact current donors or investment partners in stewardship of relationships. Such contact may include setting up staff presentations, discover how KMF work can be strengthened, or discover how the relationship can grow to meet generosity needs.
• Participate in a few annual events to build relationships.

Administrative Support

• Cover Office: answering, receiving, and directing all phone calls and office traffic with hospitality and grace. Maintain a professional and welcoming presence in the office.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail.
• Prepare materials for development packets, presentations, and mailings.
• Works with the President and CEO to assist with various tasks, such as preparation for Board and Project Team meetings, schedule appointments and travel arrangements, and prepare correspondence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Accounting Support

• In collaboration with Director of Finance, make deposits of new contributions to the Foundation and corresponding filings into systems. Create and send emails, communicating appreciation or distribution of funds for ministry.
• In time, learn basics of the sub-accounting systems to provide checks and balances for total financial and accounting system.

Necessary Skills:

• High degree of dependability and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding clients and donors.
• Exhibit a positive, helpful attitude of teamwork, yet able to work independently and alone at times.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for office administration.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prefer competency with Adobe InDesign, Premier Elements, Canva, Mailchimp, and WordPress.
• Understanding of customer relationship management (CRM) systems and basic accounting is a plus.
• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with donors, board members, stakeholders, staff members, and peers in the field.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, nonprofit management or related field.
• Commitment to help churches and church-related organizations grow resources for financial wellness and impactful ministry, while also being committed to grow generosity of people of faith in their personal lives.

Salary/Benefits: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and skills, with an anticipated starting non-exempt pay rate of between $23.50 and $27.00 per hour. Kansas Methodist Foundation offers paid-time off, paid holidays, and a 7% retirement plan, following a probationary period. Additional benefits include a single health insurance, vision, dental, disability, and life insurance. This role will be performed in the office, at least for the first year.

How to apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two samples of work done in other settings to Dustin Petz, President & CEO, at dustin@kansasmethodistfoundation.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.50 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What experience do you have with customer relations management systems?
• What administrative strengths do you bring to support the team?
• How does this role match your career goals?

Ability to Commute:

• Hutchinson, KS 67501 (Required)

Work Location: In person