Thispositionwill play a key role in shaping and executing national and regional communications and public relations strategies for the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation. Reporting to and collaborating closely with the Director, this role will oversee the development, management, and distribution ofcommunicationsto enhance the Foundation’s mission.
This Manager role will work cross-functionally with Foundation staff, board members,as well as Dunkin’marketing, PR, partnership teams, volunteers, and agencies to ensure consistent and effective communication to both internal and external audiences. This role will require strong project management skills, as he/she willbe responsible fordrafting, editing, and curating content, while alsoidentifyingnew, innovative ways to share the Foundation's impactful stories.
Preference is given to candidates who can work from our Canton, MA headquarters.
Responsibilities:
Communications:
In partnership with the team, lead the creation of all internal and external communications including the Foundation’s annual report, quarterly newsletters, as well as Board and employee communications
Helpestablishnational and local communications strategies for the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation with the support of the Director and national PR agency
Support communications strategies for national in-restaurant fundraising activities and campaigns
Manage the Foundation website by creating pages, designing layouts, and regularly updating content to ensure current and relevant information
Develop social media content plan and oversight of a social media contractor
Support in-restaurant campaigns, including drafting comprehensive communications plans, for Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day, BARK partnership, and the annual month-long icon program. Includes the preparation of internal readiness materials and external communications.
Work closely with internal team, Dunkin’ marketing and PR, local agencies, and non-profit partners (hospitals, food banks, etc.) on communication efforts
Lead video development and speaking program development for fundraising events
Refine existing communication methods and approach with regional field marketing teams and PR agencies
Public Relations:
Support the Foundation’s national PR strategy by collaborating with the Dunkin’ PR team and coordinating with the Foundation’s PR agency to ensure increased awareness of the Foundation’s mission and activities
Liaise with local PR agencies to plan Foundation events and celebrations
Create turnkey PR toolkits for local PR agency execution of Foundation marketing programs, fundraisers, Signature Program events and grant celebrations
Develop and lead creative communications strategies for the Foundation’s national signature programs and regional grant programs
ContentManagement
Collaborate with team on the creation of quarterly Board meeting presentations and Annual Meeting presentations
Assistin the briefing and development process of all Foundation marketing programs, including content for in-store and out-of-store asset development
Develop opportunities for seamless integration of the Foundation into the brand marketing calendar
Collaborate with the Dunkin’ brand marketing team on the launch and promotion of major national marketing partnerships as well as regional fundraising and community activations
Work with the business analytics team to develop strategic plans that drive Dunkin’ goals and the Foundation mission
Oversee social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, including strategy and calendar development
Requirements:
4 Year Degree Preferred
5+ years ofrelevant experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated experience developing internal and external communications strategies, with a preference for experience in the non-profit sector
Original writing samplesrequired
Demonstrated experience developing internal and external communications strategies, with a preference for experience in the non-profit sector
A self-starter with the ability to set priorities, multi-task and remain focused within a rigorous,fast-pacedand quickly changing environment
Exemplary interpersonal, active listening, creative writing, transcribing, and facilitation skills
Adept in navigating and managing complex communication and public relations matters
Solid project management skills with the ability to stay on track while working on various simultaneous projects
Proventrack recordof successfully introducing and implementing communication programs for external or internal audiences
Working knowledge of social media best practices and ability to set a social media strategy/calendar and pivot as needed
Ability to navigate ambiguity and resolve conflicts effectively while staying open to constructive feedback for continuous performance improvement
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member with strong relationship management, timemanagementand organizational skills
Ability to recognize escalating trends and problem solve potential root causes
Salary: 77,998 - 153,109 per year
The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.
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