Mount Olive Baptist Church is seeking a Communications Associate to create and implement an effective communication strategy and ministry for the dissemination of information and resources to its congregation and the broader community.
Primary duties will include but not be limited to the following:
- Creating and curating relevant content on the church website and other social media platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok, etc.) to cultivate an on-going connection with the online community and Mount Olive Baptist Church
- Maintenance of content on the church website and working with website hosting company to assure continued access to the site by the public.
- Producing all communications media. These most notably currently include a weekly e-newsletter, social media postings, various brochures, and event flyers. This includes print and digital formats.
- Creation of graphics for digital and print materials for Sunday worship, social media, email communication for all church events. This includes the creation and production of communication pieces such as postcards, invitations, etc.
- Work with ministry leaders to create communications strategies for ministry events and assist with the media launch of such events, including preparation of registration materials and other materials required as part of an event launch.
- Maintain Communications calendar so that communications are ready at the launch of church ministry activities, taking a proactive approach to planning media content.
- Recruit and work with volunteers to create a Communications ministry which informs the church and community of relevant events taking place in the community and within Mt. Olive.
- Assure that photographs are taken to document the life of Mount Olive as events take place. Posting photos and other digital media on the church website and social media platforms and cataloging them for future use.
- Write and distribute press releases to alert the media of upcoming events; submit events to appropriate online calendars.
- Analyze revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities for the Communications Ministry.
- Keeping abreast of current communications trends and making recommendations to improve and enhance the church’s overall communication strategy and tools.
- Developing policies and protocols related to church communications.
Level of Responsibility: The incumbent of this position can work independently in conjunction with the ministerial staff and ministry leaders. The Communications Associate, under the direction of the Pastor or his designee, establishes deadlines so that the work can be accomplished in accordance with Church policies and/or accepted practices. Work may be reviewed to ensure that the overall objectives are met.
Level and Nature of contacts: The incumbent has contact with the ministerial staff including the Senior Pastor and the Assistant Pastor. The Communications Specialist works closely with the Minister of Worship and Arts and the Media Ministry to promote Mt Olive events to the community. They also have regular contact with the leadership of the various ministries of the church as needed to develop communication materials for promoting ministry events. The Communications Associate will coordinate the activities of the Communications ministry comprising volunteers.
Location: The position is located in Arlington, Virginia, however, some functions may be performed remotely. The successful candidate must be available to attend in-person staff meetings and retreats, ministry meetings, and church functions as needed.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, or Public Relations, or related field
- Experience creating print and digital design marketing materials.
- Knowledge and Experience in using social media and technology to carry out the congregation's marketing/communications goals.
- Experience designing communications in a church or non-profit organization is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of design, editing and desktop publishing software, such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Possess strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.
- Availability to attend scheduled staff meetings and other ministry meetings as needed to understand the communications needs for upcoming events.
- Flexible and able to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
- Experience working with volunteers.
*Bachelor’s degree may be substituted by significant evidence of experience in the field of marketing and communications.
Physical Demands: The work involves sitting, standing, walking, bending and carrying lightweight books and papers to successfully perform the duties of this job.
Compensation: The Salary range for this position is $30,000 - $35,000 per year depending on experience. As a part time position, the Communications Associate position is not eligible for benefits.
Apply: Interested Candidates should submit resumes via email and/or mail to:
sjones@mtolivebc.org or Rev. Sabra L. Jones
Assistant Pastor/Min. of Administration
Mount Olive Baptist Church
1601 S. 13th Road
Arlington, VA 22204
Resumes are being reviewed on an ongoing basis. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2024.
