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Walker Sands

<div>We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Walker Sands is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes everyone to our team.

In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example &ndash; she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc).

If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

The Opportunity

Walker Sands is looking for an Associate Director, Content to help lead and evolve how we deliver content that drives meaningful business outcomes for B2B brands.

This is a senior, client-facing role for someone who brings both strategic perspective and hands-on expertise in demand generation content. You'll work closely with our paid media, strategy, analytics and other teams to plan and execute content that supports integrated campaigns from early engagement through conversion.

You'll play a central role in shaping demand generation content programs, guiding clients and teams, and ensuring the work we deliver is not only well-crafted, but effective.

What You'll Do
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Lead Demand Generation Content Strategy</h4>
<ul><li>Develop content strategies that support integrated demand generation campaigns and conversion goals</li>
<li>Partner with paid media, strategy, analytics and other teams to align messaging with audience, channel and campaign approach</li>
<li>Guide the creation of key campaign assets, including emails, landing pages and lead generation content</li>
<li>Use performance insights and testing to refine and improve content over time</li>
<li>Support new business efforts through thoughtful strategy, scoping and client conversations</li>
</ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Create and Elevate B2B Content</h4>
<ul><li>Oversee and contribute to a range of content, including campaign assets, blogs, bylines, ebooks, white papers and research reports</li>
<li>Step in as a lead writer or editor on complex or high-priority work</li>
<li>Help clients translate complex ideas into clear, credible and engaging content</li>
<li>Ensure content aligns with buyer needs, channel expectations and performance goals</li>
<li>Act as a trusted advisor to clients, identifying opportunities to strengthen and expand content programs</li>
</ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader">Lead People and Process</h4>
<ul><li>Manage and mentor 1&ndash;2 team members, providing ongoing feedback and support</li>
<li>Help ensure projects are scoped appropriately and delivered efficiently</li>
<li>Identify ways to improve processes, quality and collaboration across the team</li>
<li>Contribute to broader team initiatives and training efforts</li>
</ul>
What You'll Bring
<ul>
<li>6+ years of experience in B2B content, including strong exposure to demand generation</li>
<li>Experience developing campaign-driven content such as email, landing pages and lead generation assets</li>
<li>A solid understanding of how content supports the buyer journey</li>
<li>Experience using performance data and testing to inform content decisions</li>
<li>Confidence presenting ideas and recommendations to clients</li>
<li>Experience managing or mentoring others</li>
<li>Comfort participating in and supporting sales efforts.</li>
<li>Strong writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity, structure and purpose</li>
<li>Agency experience is a plus</li>
<li>Familiarity with AI tools and emerging technologies preferred</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Why This Role Matters</h3>

At Walker Sands, content plays a central role in how we help clients grow. This position is an opportunity to shape work that connects strategy, creativity and performance &mdash; and to help raise the bar for how content contributes to demand generation across the agency.
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Compensation + Benefits</h3>
<ul><li>We strive for salary range transparency in our hiring process. This is a major step towards not only complying with regulations where required, but also to make sure pay equity and DEI are top of mind during the hiring process. Base salary is only a part of the total rewards package - this role will also be eligible for a bonus based on company performance, as well as benefits. Below is the starting salary for this role: 
Starting Salary: 85,000 - 90,000 a year</li>
<li><ul><li>Placement on the salary scale will be determined by various factors, such as, but not limited to, relevant qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, education, business or organizational requirements and internal equity.</li>
<li>Starting salaries are not inclusive of a full range of compensation for this role and are instead meant to reflect the expected beginning salary for a new hire. Merit-based increases can be earned after time in role.</li>
</ul></li>
</ul>Total Rewards Package:
<ul>
<li> Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus mental health resources, pet insurance, fertility benefits, and more.</li>
<li> Retirement Savings: Employer-matched 401(k) and access to financial planning services.</li>
<li> Flexible PTO: Take time as needed for vacations, mental health, or personal days. Includes 8 paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year.</li>
<li> Hybrid Work: Mix of in-office and remote work, with tools to stay connected across teams.</li>
<li> Milestone Sabbatical: Celebrate five years with a two-week sabbatical and a $2,000 gift.</li>
<li> Family Support: Generous paid leave for new parents and caregivers, plus policies for pregnancy loss, adoption challenges, and more.</li>
<li> Growth Opportunities: Clear career paths, mentorship programs, and learning events to help you grow professionally.</li>
<li> Culture: Our agency values our supportive, collaborative culture where we work hard to achieve the best outcomes for clients. Read more on our website here!</li>
</ul>
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Associate Director, Content

Grant Thornton

<div>Grant Thornton is seeking a PMD Talent Effectiveness Associate Director to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below. 
The PMD Talent Effectiveness Associate Director (AD) leads the strategy activation and end‑to‑end execution of the Partners and Managing Director (PMD) performance management process for the U.S. Aligned to the firm&rsquo;s broader talent and performance agenda, this role is pivotal in enabling a high‑accountability, performance‑driven partner experience that reinforces clarity of expectations, transparency of outcomes, and continuous, high‑quality feedback for the firm&rsquo;s most senior leaders.
While scope of responsibilities currently includes PMD performance for the U.S. only, the AD supports strategic design development and operational execution to facilitate the PMD performance process with a global mindset, establishing scalable standards, governance, and operating rhythms that can support future global expansion. Reporting to the Director, Global Talent Effectiveness, the AD serves as the U.S. PMD performance owner, accountable for translating global PMD performance strategy into a cohesive operating model for the U.S. firm. This role exercises significant autonomy, maintaining focus and navigating ambiguity to drive decisions. The AD is accountable for facilitating and governing the PMD performance execution model end-to-end (plans, timelines, cadence, tooling/data readiness including Oracle inputs, reporting/insights, and Canvas content stewardship).
The AD partners closely with colleagues in the firm&rsquo;s Go to Market function under the Chief Operating Officer (scorecard strategy/design owner) and cross-functional stakeholders (HRIS, People Experience, Service Line Operations, Quality, etc.) to ensure accurate, timely, and well-governed design and execution. In this capacity, they will also independently engage PMDs and senior leaders across the firm, as well as serve as people manager for a direct report, the INDUS-based Global TE Senior Associate. 
Qualifications (Personal Characteristics, Skills/Abilities, Academic):
The ideal candidate will be:
<ul><li>A business‑minded talent effectiveness professional who excels at owning and operating complex programs and processes, with strong planning, coordination, and follow‑through.
</li><li>Operationally rigorous and outcome‑accountable, delivering accurate, high‑quality work in a fast‑moving, matrixed environment.
</li><li>Analytical and judgment‑driven, comfortable using metrics and data to drive decisions, and set timelines; an ability to engage with and provide clear guidance to senior executives.
</li><li>A concise, audience‑aware communicator who can independently write, edit, and sequence communications that drive clarity and action.
</li><li>A strong collaborator across GTM, People &amp; Culture, Tech/HRIS, Service Line Operations, and Quality teams; adept at role clarity, RACI management, and influencing without direct authority.
</li><li>Trusted with highly confidential information; exercises sound judgment, discretion, and executive‑facing professionalism.
</li></ul>The Ideal Candidate Will Possess:
<ul><li>10+ years of progressive experience in performance management, HR program management, PMO/operations, or organizational effectiveness within a professional services environment; global experience preferred.
</li><li>Hands‑on experience owning and executing complex, multi‑stakeholder program plans (e.g., Smartsheet), including development and maintenance of SOPs and process documentation.
</li><li>Strong data and reporting capability (Excel, Power BI, or similar) and experience partnering with HRIS/Technology teams to ensure system and data readiness (e.g., Oracle workflow inputs and validations).
</li><li>Proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint/Teams, and content maintenance on Canvas or similar intranet platforms.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including independently drafting broad‑reach communications, FAQs, job aids, and leader‑ready talking points.
</li><li>People leadership experience preferred, including delegating work, quality‑assuring outputs, and developing junior team members.
</li></ul>Core Responsibilities:
1) U.S. PMD Performance Process Facilitation
<ul><li>Own and build the annual calendar and execution plan for PMD expectation-setting, mid-year and year-end performance cycles, including milestones, dependencies, risks, and cutovers.
</li><li>Partner with GTM to provide strategic input into the PMD scorecard approach, informed by execution insights, PMD feedback, and process outcomes, while GTM retains scorecard design ownership.
</li><li>Design and maintain the operational playbook (SOPs, timelines, roles/RACI), serving as the single source of truth for all stakeholders.
</li><li>Lead and coordinate leader and participant briefings (slides, agendas, run of show) and align logistics with cross-functional partners (e.g. People Experience, Internal Communications, and Service Line Operations).
</li><li>Oversee and manage PMD support mailbox triage for related inquiries and ensure timely, accurate Q&amp;A routing and closure
</li></ul>2) PMD Scorecard Partnership
<ul><li>Partner with the Office of the COO on the PMD scorecard approach, providing strategic perspective informed by execution insights, PMD feedback, and downstream process impacts, while the COO retains scorecard design and strategy ownership.
</li><li>Lead the operationalization of the scorecard by coordinating with the Office of the COO and HRIS/Technology teams to ensure Oracle performance‑cycle data is prepared and delivered accurately and on time (data definitions, required fields, upload templates, load monitoring, issue resolution).
</li><li>Own and manage issue and risk logs tied to scorecard use (e.g., targets, sales crediting impacts, quality or lead integration points); assess implications, elevate tradeoffs, and escalate with clear recommendations.
</li></ul>3) Partner with the People Experience team to shape and steward the U.S. partner and managing director experience, ensuring the process align with overall expectations of the partner and managing director roles.
4) Communications, Training &amp; Canvas Content
<ul><li>Translate annual PMD scorecard updates and process changes into clear enablement resources, applying judgment to determine messaging emphasis, sequencing, and level of detail needed for senior audiences.
</li><li>Lead development and delivery of PMD performance process communications and supporting materials (cycle announcements, instructions, FAQs), ensuring alignment to strategic intent and clarity of required actions.
</li><li>Own PMD program content on Canvas (guidance, timelines, tool links), setting content standards for accuracy, version control, and usability; coordinate archival and structural improvements as needed.
</li><li>Partner with the Office of the COO and Service Line/Quality teams to provide clarifying guidance where PMD scorecard measures intersect with SL‑specific standards or lead behaviors; elevate themes and implications for broader alignment.
</li></ul>5) Data, Reporting &amp; Insights
<ul><li>Own PMD cycle reporting (participation, timeliness, exceptions, cycle progress), applying judgment to highlight insights, risks, and decision‑relevant themes for leaders.
</li><li>Ensure end‑to‑end data integrity for PMD‑related data flowing into and out of systems (Oracle uploads, dashboards); proactively partner with Technology, HRIS, and Analytics to resolve issues and improve reliability.
</li><li>Synthesize trends, recurring questions, and pain points from reporting, office hours, and mailboxes into actionable insights and recommendations to inform process improvements and future approach decisions.
</li></ul>6) Governance, Documentation &amp; Continuous Improvement
<ul><li>Own and maintain PMD SOPs, RACI, and decision logs, setting governance standards and ensuring version control across shared repositories.
</li><li>Lead post‑cycle retrospectives, assess effectiveness of timelines, tooling, and communications, and prioritize improvements based on impact and feasibility.
</li><li>Monitor external best practices in performance enablement and apply relevant insights to enhance clarity, quality, speed, or scalability of the PMD process.
</li></ul>7) People Leadership &amp; Collaboration
<ul><li>Directly manage the INDUS‑based Global Talent Effectiveness Senior Associate (U.S. PMD TE; U.S. Promotions; Global Core Succession); set priorities, provide coaching, and review outputs for quality and completeness; coordinate dotted‑line work with the Global Succession &amp; Readiness Manager.
</li><li>Partner with Total Rewards to align PMD performance and rewards timelines and processes, anticipating downstream impacts and resolving interdependencies.
</li><li>Enable and train HRBPs on PMD core processes they support (e.g., calibration facilitation), providing guidance on complex or sensitive scenarios.
</li><li>Coordinate with Analytics and Finance to ensure PMD performance processes are supported with accurate data and reporting.
</li>Act as business owner for PMD‑specific Oracle performance forms, defining requirements, validating usability, and driving continuous improvement based on user and process feedback. 
<li>
</li></ul>The base salary range for this position in the firm&rsquo;s Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Cleveland, OH, Minneapolis, MN, and Baltimore, MD offices only is between $144,000 and $216,000 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm&rsquo;s Washington, DC, Boston, MA, Edison, NJ, and New York, NY, and Melville, NY offices only is between $155,520 and $233,280 per year.</div>

PMD Talent Effectiveness Associate Director

Illinois Institute of Technology

<div>The salary range for this role is $66,000-$72,000 and is commensurate with experience
Benefits: Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive benefits package located here: https://www.iit.edu/hr/benefits 

 
The Office of Advancement supports the Illinois Institute of Technology community by building meaningful relationships with key constituents and securing philanthropic investment that advances the university&rsquo;s mission and strategic priorities.
The Associate Director of Advancement Communications, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Advancement Communications, plays a key role in driving communication efforts across digital platforms, alumni and donor engagement channels, and other Advancement projects. This position supports the development of impact-driven content, manages routine communications operations, and collaborates with partners across the university to help deliver compelling stories that strengthen alumni and donor engagement.
The ideal candidate is a strong writer with experience crafting clear, engaging, and persuasive content; is detail-oriented; and is comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines.
For full consideration, please submit a cover letter with your resume.
Key Responsibilities
Advancement Communications Execution
<ul><li>Assist with writing, editing, and producing impact-driven content for donors, alumni, and key stakeholders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with Advancement messaging.
</li></ul><ul><li>Develop donor stewardship materials and short-form stories, in addition to alumni, board, and event communications that highlight institutional priorities and philanthropic impact.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate closely with the Senior Director on campaign projects and high-priority initiatives, providing research, drafting, editing, and project management support as needed.
</li></ul><ul><li>Support project intake, scheduling, and coordination to ensure timely delivery of communications assets.
</li></ul>Digital Engagement and Email Management
<ul><li>Manage day-to-day email communications for Advancement, including proofing content, building emails, scheduling, and ensuring brand consistency.
</li></ul><ul><li>Build and maintain a social media strategy to enhance Advancement&rsquo;s social media presence, including content planning, copywriting, basic graphic creation, posting, and analytics.
</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain Advancement&rsquo;s editorial calendar and contribute ideas to enhance audience engagement and storytelling through Advancement initiatives, including but not limited to Giving Day, direct mail appeals, newsletters, and stewardship materials.
</li></ul>Institutional Collaboration
<ul><li>Act as project lead for Advancement Communications contributions to the annual Illinois Tech Magazine, working closely with the Office of Marketing and Communications on story development, logistics, and editorial needs.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with campus partners on the creation of departmental newsletters, event promotions, and constituent engagement materials.
</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in developing shared communications resources&mdash;including messaging guides, templates, boilerplate narratives, and image banks&mdash;to support Advancement team members in producing consistent, branded materials.
</li></ul>Design and Content Production
<ul><li>Create small-scale, in-house design assets such as social graphics, event materials, and basic stewardship collateral.
</li></ul><ul><li>Prepare print and digital content for cultivation tools, alumni engagement initiatives, Advancement events, board materials, and other Advancement priorities, ensuring accessibility, accuracy, and alignment with brand guidelines.
</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain digital assets, including photography and videography, for use across ongoing donor, alumni, and event communications.
</li></ul>Education and Experience
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, English, or a related field preferred.
</li></ul><ul><li>Approximately 3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing, nonprofit/higher education advancement, or a related field.
</li></ul><ul><li>Demonstrated writing experience, preferably including impact stories, donor or alumni communications, or audience-centered narratives.
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience with social media management and email marketing tools (e.g., Blackbaud NXT, Constant Contact, or similar).
</li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with ThankView or other video messaging platforms preferred but not required.
</li></ul><ul><li>Basic design skills and experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) or equivalent tools.
</li></ul>Knowledge and Skills
<ul><li>Strong writing, storytelling, and editing skills with an ability to deliver clear, compelling content on tight deadlines.
</li></ul><ul><li>Comfortable balancing multiple priorities and managing projects from start to finish.
</li></ul><ul><li>Familiarity with communications best practices across digital, print, and social platforms.
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborative working style with strong interpersonal communication skills.
</li></ul><ul><li>Detail-oriented, organized, and committed to producing high-quality work.
</li></ul><ul><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM platforms (such as Raiser&rsquo;s Edge) is a plus.</li></ul></div>

Associate Director, Advancement Communications

Minds Matter Chicago

<div>
 
 
 About Minds Matter Chicago:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Minds Matter Chicago is part of Minds Matter, a national organization with chapters in cities across the country. Minds Matter connects driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation, and possibilities to succeed in college, create their future, and change the world.
 
 
 Through a multi-year, cohort-based model, Minds Matter Chicago provides individualized mentoring, academic enrichment, and college advising to support students as they navigate the path to and through college. Our work is grounded in a student-centered approach and focused on ensuring students have the access, guidance, and support needed to achieve their academic and personal goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Social Media Manager is a volunteer role responsible for shaping and executing digital storytelling that elevates the mission, impact, and community of Minds Matter Chicago. This role supports a student-centered culture guided by the organization&rsquo;s mission by creating engaging, authentic content that connects students, families, volunteers, donors, and partners to our work.
 
 
 This is an opportunity for a creative and strategic communicator to expand Minds Matter Chicago&rsquo;s digital footprint while contributing meaningfully to student success and access to opportunity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You Will Gain From This Role:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Volunteering with Minds Matter Chicago offers meaningful professional, personal, and community-based benefits. In this role, volunteers become part of a collaborative community committed to supporting students as they navigate critical academic and life transitions.
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits include:
 
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 Career Compass Exchange, an intentional space for volunteers to engage in professional learning, reflection, and skill-building alongside peers across industries
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 Opportunities to build and expand professional networks through collaboration with staff, board members, and volunteers who bring diverse perspectives and expertise
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 Experience working within a mission-driven, team-oriented environment that values shared responsibility, collaboration, and mutual support
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 Volunteers with Minds Matter Chicago gain not only professional experience and community, but also the chance to be part of work that has a lasting and meaningful impact on students&rsquo; lives.
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 Reporting Structure:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Social Media Manager reports to the Director of Marketing &amp; Communications and works closely with the Marketing &amp; Communications team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 This role collaborates regularly with:
 
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 Marketing &amp; Communications team to align messaging and strategy
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 Program Team to capture stories, milestones, and program impact
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 Associate Board and volunteers to amplify events and initiatives
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 Design partners to bring visual concepts to life
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 Responsibilities &amp; Scope:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Responsibilities
 
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 Execute and refine a year-round content calendar across Instagram (primary), Facebook, and LinkedIn
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 Develop timely, trend-aware content that aligns with organizational values and resonates with diverse audiences
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 Capture and edit high-quality photos and short-form videos using tools such as Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Premiere Rush, Canva, and CapCut, ensuring content aligns with brand standards and platform best practices
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 Produce and optimize visual content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other relevant channels, managing the full workflow from concept and on-site capture to final edit and scheduling.
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 Draft, schedule, and manage social media content that reflect program impact and organizational priorities
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 Balance messaging for multiple audiences, including students and families, current and prospective volunteers, and donors
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 Monitor platform performance, engagement, and growth metrics to inform content strategy
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 Support community growth by increasing follower engagement and reach across platforms
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 Secondary Responsibilities
 
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 Identify emerging platform trends, tools, and features to keep content fresh and effective
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 Test new content formats and iterate based on performance insights
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 Collaborate on content capture during programs or events (optional but encouraged)
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 Support additional communications projects as needed
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 Student Services Support
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 Provide student services support in emergency or capacity-related situations as needed to ensure continuity of services
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 Time Commitment and Schedule:
 
 
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 Volunteer commitment of approximately 5&ndash;10 hours per week
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 Flexible schedule with remote work
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 Optional in-person engagement for events, networking, or content capture opportunities
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 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications
 
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 Strong understanding of Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn best practices
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 Demonstrated ability to create engaging, on-brand content
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 Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of design work across formats and platforms
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 Strong time management skills and ability to work independently
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 Comfort collaborating remotely while maintaining creative ownership
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 Commitment to the mission and values of Minds Matter Chicago
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
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 3&ndash;5 years of social media management experience (professional or significant volunteer experience)
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 Experience growing digital audiences and engagement
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 Familiarity with social media analytics and performance tracking
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 Experience in nonprofit, education, or mission-driven marketing
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 Education &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required
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 Relevant professional, volunteer, or lived experience in communications, marketing, or digital media
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 Language &amp; Communication Skills:
 
 
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 Strong written communication skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences
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 Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with internal stakeholders
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 Copywriting and design experience valued
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 Training &amp; Compliance Requirements:
 
 
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 Completion of required onboarding and role-specific training
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 Participation in training focused on fostering belonging, respect, and culturally responsive practices
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 Adherence to organizational policies and expectations that support a student-centered culture aligned with the mission of the organization
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 Compliance with applicable funder or regulatory requirements
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 Completion of background checks and clearances required for work with students
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 Participation in ongoing training or refresher sessions as required
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 Volunteer Status &amp; Role Continuation:
 
 
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 This is an at-will volunteer position. Service in this role is subject to ongoing evaluation and assessment throughout the year to ensure alignment with organizational expectations and needs.&nbsp;
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 Minds Matter Chicago reserves the right to modify or discontinue this role, including the removal of responsibilities, at any time and without cause.
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Social Media Manager (Volunteer)

Connections for Abused Women and their Children

Position OverviewThis position provides administrative and operational support across multiple functional areas including executive administration, development/fundraising, marketing, and general office operations. The role supports the Executive Director with Board relations and administrative tasks, assists the Development Director with donor database management and gift processing, coordinates non-direct service volunteers in support of marketing efforts, and serves as the primary point of contact for phone and in-person inquiries. This is a multi-faceted position requiring the ability to manage diverse responsibilities and shift between different types of tasks throughout the workday.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelopment, Marketing &amp; Fundraising Support (90%)<ul><li>Process and enter donor gifts into database with accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Prepare and send donor acknowledgment letters and tax receipts</li><li>Coordinate tracking and documentation of in-kind donations</li><li>Maintain accurate donor records and generate reports as needed</li><li>Assist Development Director and Assistant Director with campaign logistics and coordination</li><li>Support grant reporting and compliance documentation</li><li>Help coordinate donor events and stewardship activities</li><li>Support marketing initiatives including social media scheduling, email newsletters, and promotional materials as needed</li><li>Assist with event planning and community outreach activities</li><li>Update website content as needed</li></ul>Board Support (5%)<ul><li>Prepare materials for Board of Directors meetings including agendas, packets, and presentations</li><li>Coordinate Board meeting logistics and scheduling</li><li>Record and track Board member volunteer hours and engagement</li><li>Maintain Board calendar and communications</li></ul>Office Operations &amp; Reception (5%)<ul><li>Serve as first point of contact by answering phones and greeting visitors at the office door</li><li>Maintain welcoming and professional office environment</li><li>Process incoming and outgoing mail</li></ul>Physical Requirements &amp; Work Environment<ul><li>Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer work</li><li>Occasional lifting of supplies or materials up to 25 pounds</li><li>Office environment located in Humboldt Park, Chicago</li><li>Accessible by public transportation</li><li>Occasional evening or weekend hours for events or Board meetings (with advance notice.)</li></ul>FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime pay)This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60651

Development Assistant

The Poetry Foundation

<div>Description: 
The Poetry Foundation is seeking a full-time social media associate. The social media associate plays a key role in collaborating on social media strategy to increase engagement, foster community, grow Poetry magazine audiences, and communicate the work of the Poetry Foundation. This role is part of the Communications team, and reports to the communications manager, collaborating with team members on the to achieve the team&rsquo;s shared goals. Collaborating closely with Grants, Editorial, Creative, Programs, and IT teams, this role requires a mix of creative content development, cultural fluency, and analytics savvy.
The Poetry Foundation is a hybrid workplace. This position will be in-person at our Chicago offices three days per week, with the option to work from home two days per week.
The salary range for this role is $70,000-$78,000. The final offer amount will be based on the candidate&rsquo;s skills and experience, and will be aligned with our internal pay structure. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For priority consideration, please apply by March 31, 2026.
The Objectives You Will Meet<ul><li>
Develop, curate, and post content across the Foundation&rsquo;s multiple social media platforms (e.g, . Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Bluesky, TikTok, YouTube) in alignment with strategic efforts;;</li><li>
Produce social media content (e.g., short-form video, audiograms, behind-the-scenes features).</li><li>
Plan and execute social media campaigns in support of the Foundation&rsquo;s philanthropic, editorial, and programmatic initiatives;</li><li>
Monitor and respond to social media interactions, building a vibrant and inclusive social media community;</li><li>
Manage relationships and workstreams with external content creators (e.g., poets who appear in social media content);</li><li>
Track performance analytics and prepare reports monthly and upon request to inform strategy;</li><li>
Create content calendars and maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity;</li><li>
Collaborate on strategies to convert social media engagement into Poetry magazine subscriptions and community interest;</li><li>
Stay current with social media trends, tools, and best practices, especially within arts and culture spaces;</li><li>
Occasional travel locally or domestically to produce content for social media, inclusive of video.</li></ul>
How We Invest In You
Please note that the provisions of the benefit plan are subject to change.<ul><li>
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance are available to full-time employees. The Foundation also offers short- and long-term disability, as well as life insurance.</li><li>
Retirement Plan: After six months of service, the Foundation will contribute 10% of the employee&rsquo;s regular salary to the employee&rsquo;s retirement plan account and the employee must contribute 5% of their regular salary. All employees may contribute non-matched pre-tax earnings at any time.</li><li>
Paid Time Off: All full-time employees are eligible for vacation days, sick days, floating holidays, and personal days. The Foundation is closed for 11 holidays per calendar year. Foundation staff also enjoy a paid holiday week between Christmas Eve and New Year&rsquo;s Day.</li><li>
FSA Benefits: Full-time employees have the opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars for a Healthcare FSA, dependent care, transit expense, and parking expenses.</li><li>
Technology: All employees are provided with the hardware needed to perform their duties. This includes a laptop and accessories.</li><li>
All employees receive a complimentary subscription to Poetry magazine, special borrowing privileges from the non-circulating library collection, and access to Poetry Foundation events.</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Poetry Foundation values the perspectives and talents of a diverse staff and is committed to creating a workplace where employees thrive both personally and professionally. The Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, color, age, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other bases protected by law. 
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For priority consideration, please apply by March 31, 2026.
Requirements:

Who You Are
A well matched candidate will bring the following skills to the role:<ul><li>
3+ years of experience managing professional social media accounts (internships included);</li><li>
2+ years of experience collaborating with teams in a corporate or nonprofit environment;</li><li>
1+ year of video production (story development, filming, and editing)</li><li>
Demonstrated success in growing digital audiences and engagement;</li><li>
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills&mdash;especially short-form content;</li><li>
Creative skills to utilize existing branded templates and create collateral in design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, and Figma);</li><li>
Strong organizational and time management skills;</li><li>
Deep collaboration skills in a team environment,</li><li>
Experience with social media management tools (e.g., Sprout Social, HootSuite, Cision) and analytics tools (e.g., Meta Insights, Google Analytics);</li><li>
Committed to promoting equity, access, and underrepresented voices in the literary field;</li><li>
Familiarity with poetry, literary culture, and/or arts nonprofit communications a plus.</li></ul>
Don&rsquo;t check off every box in the requirements listed above? The Poetry Foundation is dedicated to building an inclusive workplace, so if you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your past experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to consider submitting an application. You may be just the right candidate for this role or a future position! 
If you are an interested candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at hr@poetryfoundation.org if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Poetry Foundation values the perspectives and talents of a diverse staff and is committed to creating a workplace where employees thrive both personally and professionally. The Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and employs personnel without regard to race, color, age, pregnancy, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other bases protected by law.</div>

Social Media Associate

Midwest Refuah Health Center

Job Title: Marketing Specialist Location: 6374 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60659 Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Marketing / Marketing Committee Salary: $60,000&ndash;$70,000 (DOE)Midwest Refuah Health Center (MRHC), a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) Look-Alike, is seeking a hands-on, execution-driven Marketing Specialist to own and manage key marketing channels, with a strong focus on social media, advertising, and community visibility.This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating content, managing campaigns, and seeing measurable results. You will collaborate closely with the Marketing Committee on strategy while independently managing day-to-day execution across social media, advertising, PR, and events.The Marketing Specialist will be primarily responsible for:&middot; Producing and submitting ads (digital, print, and community platforms)&middot; Social media marketing and management (content creation + engagement + performance tracking)&middot; Public relations and events (outreach, community partnerships, and visibility initiatives)Key Responsibilities:Social Media Marketing &amp; Management (Primary Focus)&middot; Own and manage MRHC&rsquo;s social media presence, including content creation, posting schedules, engagement, and community management.&middot; Develop and execute campaigns promoting MRHC services, providers, programs, and events.&middot; Track, analyze, and report social media performance metrics (reach, engagement, clicks), and provide recommendations for improvement.&middot; Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity across platforms.Advertising &amp; Promotions&middot; Own the production, coordination, and submission of marketing advertisements across digital, print, and community platforms.&middot; Manage ad timelines, approvals, placements, and vendor coordination.&middot; Ensure all advertisements are accurate, brand-aligned, and compliant with HIPAA, HRSA, and organizational policies.Public Relations &amp; Events&middot; Manage public relations outreach to local media, community partners, and external organizations.&middot; Facilitate submission and placement of provider-authored articles in local publications, newsletters, and online outlets.&middot; Plan and support community outreach initiatives, events, and health fairs, including promotion, coordination, and follow-up (with scalability over time).Website &amp; Content Management&middot; Maintain and update website content, including blog posts, campaign highlights, PR features, and event recaps.&middot; Ensure consistency, accuracy, and brand alignment across all public-facing materials.Analytics, Compliance &amp; Administration&middot; Track and report marketing performance metrics, including ad clicks, impressions, engagement, referrals, and new patient volume attributable to marketing efforts.&middot; Coordinate timelines and deliverables with internal departments and external vendors.&middot; Ensure all marketing activities comply with HIPAA, HRSA, and organizational policies.&middot; Maintain organized records of marketing campaigns, materials, and performance data.&middot; Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, or a related field required.&middot; 1&ndash;4 years of experience in marketing, communications, or related roles.&middot; Experience with ad design and content creation for digital and print platforms (Adobe, Canva, or similar tools).&middot; Familiarity with website content management systems and blog updates.&middot; Working knowledge of marketing analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, social media insights, ad platform metrics).&middot; Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.&middot; Strong written and verbal communication skills.&middot; Ability to work collaboratively with committees, clinical staff, and external partners.&middot; Experience in healthcare, nonprofit, or community-based organizations preferred.&middot; Bilingual skills a plus.Benefits&middot; Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance&middot; Paid time off, floating holidays, and recognized holidays&middot; 401(k) retirement plan&middot; Life and Disability Insurance&middot; FSA and HSA&middot; Tuition Reimbursement Program&middot; Professional development opportunitiesMidwest Refuah Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, pregnancy or related conditions, or disability. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, walk up and down stairs, and lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Marketing Specialist

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