Marketing and Events Assistant

About the AHA

Founded in 1991 to address the overwhelming need for affordable housing in Monmouth County, the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA) has grown from a small $25,000 grant into a multi million dollar annual operation and powerhouse non-profit. In our decades of service, we've developed over 600 affordable housing units with a strong pipeline fueling future growth. Our passionate team of difference-makers guides residents through every step of the housing journey - from homelessness prevention and rental assistance, to homebuyer education and foreclosure counseling.

At the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA), we believe that safe, decent and affordable housing is a fundamental human right. Everyone deserves to feel secure, comfortable and supported in the place they call home. As a catalyst for change in our community, the AHA strives to uphold this right by providing comprehensive housing services and solutions for all who need it most.

Our Core Values

• Integrity - We demonstrate honesty and unwavering ethical conduct in all of our actions. At the AHA, we build trust through transparency and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.
• Hope - We meet each person where they are in their unique journey with genuine understanding. By offering tangible assistance, we nurture hope and empower individuals to build their path forward.
• Adaptability - We embrace change as an opportunity to innovate and grow stronger. At the AHA, we respond dynamically to evolving community needs, turning challenges into possibilities for those we serve.
• Community Service - We dedicate ourselves to uplifting others and improving lives through meaningful action. At the AHA, we create positive change by empowering individuals, fostering independence, and building a more vibrant community for all.

Job Summary:

The Marketing & Events Assistant supports the execution of AHA’s communications and outreach strategy to promote the organization’s mission and programs while supporting fundraising and development initiatives. This role executes day-to-day communications activities and event logistics under the direction of the Head of Marketing & Communications. This hands-on role focuses on content creation, social media management, event coordination, and project support that promotes AHA’s mission, programs, and services across communications and outreach efforts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

Content & Communications Production

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  Draft and schedule social media posts using established messaging, tone, and content guidelines
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages across social media platforms in a timely and professional manner
• Review basic engagement metrics available through social media platforms and share observations about trends and performance with the Communications team
• Assist with the creation of marketing and communications materials, including flyers, graphics, presentations, and other digital assets
• Build and send email newsletters and announcements using established templates and tools
• Manage and maintain email distribution lists, including updating contacts, removing duplicates or outdated entries, and supporting efforts to keep lists accurate and usable
• Update website pages and post content using the organization’s content management system
• Capture photos and short videos at events and programs for use in communications
• Make routine content updates and revisions based on feedback and direction

Events & Outreach Support

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  Coordinate event logistics, including scheduling, RSVPs, registration lists, materials preparation, and vendor coordination, with guidance and oversight
• Prepare and distribute event-related promotional materials and communications
• Serve as the primary on-site coordinator for events, supporting setup, breakdown, and day-of logistics
• Track event-related expenses and receipts and assist with post-event documentation
• Attend community events and outreach activities on behalf of AHA, as needed, to share information about programs, services, and upcoming initiatives

Administrative & Team Support

Provide organizational and administrative support to ensure communications and events work is executed efficiently and responsively.

• Respond to incoming communications and event-related requests and route information appropriately
• Help manage shared inboxes, calendars, and intake processes related to communications and events
• Update project trackers, schedules, and content calendars as directed
• Order materials and coordinate printing or distribution of communications assets
• Maintain organized digital files, content libraries, and shared folders
• Provide general administrative support within the communications function as needed

Key Qualifications

• A degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, or a related field is helpful but not required. Strong writing, editing, and communication skills are required and may be demonstrated through work samples, prior experience, or other relevant work.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Highly organized with excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• This role will work extensively with digital tools used for communications and marketing, including:
  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact)
  • Design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
  • Website content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Squarespace)
  • Social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, Sprout Social)
  • Office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).

The successful candidate will be:

• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams, adapt to new tools and processes, and bring creative, solutions-focused thinking to day-to-day work

• Motivated by work that supports communities and helps people access resources and services; flexible to attend occasional evening or weekend events as needed

We encourage applications who:

• Have lived experience with homelessness or housing insecurity, with insight into both the barriers and opportunities that come from these circumstances.

• Demonstrate a passion for using personal experience to support others and advocate for meaningful change.

• Offer a firsthand understanding of systemic challenges connected to poverty and economic insecurity.