Part-Time Marketing & Social Media Specialist

POSITION TITLE: Part-Time Marketing & Social Media Specialist

ABOUT US:
NeighborWorks Salt Lake is a mission-driven nonprofit committed to building stronger, more vibrant communities. Through housing, engagement, and neighborhood initiatives, we work “house by house, block by block, neighbor by neighbor” to create lasting impact.

We are seeking a creative, reliable, and detail-oriented Social Media & Marketing Specialist to lead our marketing efforts. This role reports directly to the Director of Community Initiatives and Marketing and is ideal for someone who thrives on inspiring others through storytelling, enjoys balancing creativity with structure, and takes pride in producing polished, impactful work.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Marketing Priorities: Take ownership of the organization’s marketing efforts, focusing on projects that align with key events, programs, and community initiatives.
• Social Media Management: Plan, create, and schedule engaging, mission-driven content to strengthen our online presence and community voice.
• Campaign Development: Design and implement targeted social media campaigns to support events, fundraising, and community engagement.
• Graphic Design: Create flyers, graphics, and visuals that highlight our programs and brand in a professional, consistent way.
• Event Marketing: Develop and execute promotional strategies for signature events and initiatives.
• Brand Stewardship: Ensure all messaging and materials are accurate, consistent, and aligned with our mission.
• Collaborative Approach: Work closely with staff and leadership to identify priorities and translate program goals into effective communications.

Note: This is a part-time position (between 20-29 hours/week). Marketing priorities will be scoped to fit within available hours.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Influential Communicator – You love inspiring people, crafting messages that connect emotionally, and bringing energy into your work.
• Steady & Reliable – You follow through on commitments, keep campaigns running on schedule, and bring consistency to our marketing presence.
• Detail-Oriented – You have an eye for design and accuracy, making sure our brand is always represented professionally.
• Proactive but Collaborative – You’re comfortable taking initiative and being the “go-to” person for marketing while working well in a nonprofit team setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of experience in marketing, social media management, or related field (nonprofit experience a plus).
• Strong graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, or similar).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging newsletter content.
• Experience running campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, and other platforms.
• Proficiency with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo, or similar) for newsletter creation, distribution, and analytics.
• Professional experience using Asana and LinkedIn.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with consistency and attention to detail.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENT:

• Your resume.
• A portfolio or examples of work showcasing your design, layout, social media, or campaign work.
• One creative sample: a flyer, social media post, or visual mock-up for the 41 Paint Your Heart Out (PYHO).
• We are most interested in seeing your design style and creative vision.
• This does not need to be a finished product line. We want to see your approach, not polished deliverables.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Schedule: Part-time (Monday-Thursday), on-site (between 20-29 hours per week).
• Location: Salt Lake City, Utah.
• Compensation: $24/hour.
• Reports to: Director of Community Initiatives and Marketing.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Work Location: In person