Marketing and Outreach Specialist

Jewish Family Services helps individuals and families achieve economic self-sufficiency and emotional stability. Supporting the Central Ohio Community since 1908, Jewish Family Services helps people find good jobs and companies find the right talent; supports seniors and caregivers in navigating the challenges of aging; connects people to community resources; empowers family self-sufficiency through financial counseling; and provides opportunities for volunteers to give back.

We welcome individuals of all faiths, races, ages, economic circumstances, sexual orientation, and gender identities. Our dedicated and talented staff reflects the diverse communities we serve. Jewish Family Services has been recently recognized as a top workplace in Central Ohio for innovating through technology, championing community impact and a Best Place to Work awardee.

Marketing and Outreach Specialist

We are seeking a dynamic and creative professional to join our Resource Development team to help amplify our mission and impact through strategic digital communications and storytelling. Reporting to the Corporate and Community Engagement Manager (CCEM), this role provides critical daily execution and coordination across departments to ensure our voice, brand, and message reach and inspire the Central Ohio community. Ideal candidates bring foundational experience or strong interest in social media strategy, graphic design, storytelling, or nonprofit marketing. This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) position; pay is commensurate with experience in a range of $24.00 to $26 per hour.

Preferred Qualifications

· 1+ years of experience in digital communications, marketing, or a related field

· Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with an eye for visual and brand consistency

· Proficiency in design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)

· Proficiency with social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn

· Experience with website content management systems (CMS)

· Strong organizational, communication, and time-management abilities

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

· Experience or background in social media strategy, graphic design, storytelling, or nonprofit marketing

· Photography and/or video editing skills

· Familiarity with Google Ad Grants (or a willingness to learn)

· An educational or professional background in digital communications, public relations, or advertising

Essential Job Responsibilities

· Digital Content Management: Plan, create, and execute engaging digital and social media content across platforms using established templates and brand guidelines

· Email Marketing: Support email communications in MailChimp, driving the process from drafting and design through deployment

· Multimedia Storytelling: Gather compelling stories from program staff, schedule photo/video shoots, and draft creative assets for newsletters, impact reports, and promotional campaigns

· Website & Material Maintenance: Update website content for accuracy and accessibility, and ensure marketing materials are regularly reviewed, refreshed, and updated

· Event & Outreach Assistance: Assist in promoting and supporting volunteer, internal, community, and corporate partner outreach events as needed

· Logistics & Material Management: Inventory, organize, and prep outreach "event bins" and promotional materials so we are always ready for community engagement

· Brand & Template Maintenance: Build and maintain a robust library of marketing templates and regularly audit materials to ensure visual and brand consistency

· Partnership Coordination: Monitor and engage with partner interactions online, manage recurring advertising placements, and coordinate annual community awards submissions

· Analytics Tracking: Monitor digital engagement metrics and recommend data-driven strategy improvements

· Workflow & Project Coordination: Manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, utilizing strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills to meet deadlines

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to hiring@jfscolumbus.org

Attn: Hannah Barney, Corporate & Community Engagement Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43209