BGCP’S mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to discover their full potential as caring, engaged, responsible community members. Celebrating 75 years of providing Portland-area young people with a safe and enriching place to belong when school is out, BGCP currently (pre-COVID-19) serves approximately 6,400 youth across three counties. The organization operates five Clubhouses throughout the Metro area and four Club embedded sites in four North Clackamas schools.

BGCP’s top priorities are to ensure an inclusive, diverse and equitable work environment with an uncompromised commitment to safety. We are committed to filtering all policies and practices through an equity-based and trauma-informed care lens. We position ourselves as lifelong learners and seek individuals who have demonstrated dedication to creating safe and nurturing environments. We seek individuals who are dedicated to supporting extraordinary experiences for youth, are exceptional team members, have an investment in our surrounding communities, and are hungry for ongoing personal growth and professional development.

Join our dynamic team and be prepared to be challenged, to work hard, and to participate in a vibrant, mission-driven environment. Be prepared to fall in love with the work we do and the youth with whom we are privileged to serve each day.

For more information on BGCP and our work visit: http://bgcportland.org/about/

BGCP is currently searching for a proven marketing and communication professional to serve as a member of our administrative team in the role of Marketing and Communication Manager. (Answering yes to the following qualifiers positions you as an ideal candidate for this position.)

Starting Salary: $55,000k - $60,000k/annually

Location: 8203 SE 7th Ave, Portland, OR (Hybrid: Remote/Onsite)

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision and flexible spending account (FSA)
• 100% company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term and long-term disability and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays
• Retirement plans with employer match

Qualifiers:

• Do you have marketing and communications experience?
• Have you demonstrated a commitment to equity and inclusion through your work?
• Do you have skills in creative design and production?
• Have you contributed to successful online fundraising campaigns?
• Are you a first-class communicator with proven written and relationship skills?
• Do you have relationships with media and a proven track record of placing stories?
• Do you believe all children must have equal access to high quality programs and resources?

If you have answered yes to all these questions, we enthusiastically encourage you to apply.

Position Summary:

The Marketing and Communication Coordinator will work in conjunction with Marketing & Communication Manager for strategic promotion of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metro’s (BGCP) mission and overall branding. The ideal candidate will have experience in marketing, design and communication with proven skills in digital communication, web design and administration, media/PR relations, storytelling through written and video content, the management of organizational branding protocols and the development of collateral materials. Proven experience in successful execution of non-profit online fundraising is preferred.

This position will is responsible for the execution of strategic internal and external communications through the utilization of various communication platforms. Candidate should be visionary/strategic thinker, professional, personable, team oriented and organized with strong attention to detail. Position requires the ability to work independently while successfully managing multiple priorities. Candidate must possess a passion for being a part of an organization focused on improving the lives of youth and society through a lens of equity and inclusion. This position works collaboratively across organizational functions and provides guidance and support to organizational leadership.

Position Responsibilities:

• Participate in the planning and execution of the organizational communication plan as directed by BGCP’s annual strategic plan.
• Manage the design, branding, content and maintenance of the Club’s website and social media platforms.
• Create, maintain and execute ongoing content calendar to include promotion of Club activities, program and member storytelling, fundraising events and timelines, monthly stakeholder communications and organizational reports.
• Contribute the enhancement of BGCP’s digital interactions and innovative development opportunities.
• Coordinate the production and distribution of external marketing & communication materials including traditional publications and correspondence, presentations, reports, promotional materials, media information, speeches, scripts, boilerplates, award nominations, and stakeholder communication.
• Create, manage and execute targeted campaigns focused on fundraising, specific events and seasonal program offerings.
• Production and distribution of all formal internal communications targeted to administration staff, Board, Club and Program staff, and National affiliate.
• Develop internal communication strategies to enroll and inform staff of key organizational strategies.
• Contribute to overall media relations, maximize media opportunities, and develop/maintain strong relationships with members or the media.
• Manage data-driven communication analytics
• Conduct research; provide content and design support for development team objectives.
• Create metric strategies to measure brand performance and value to annual goals.

Position Qualifications:

• Experience in marketing, public relations, graphic design, digital communications.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Skills in storytelling and brand promotion.
• Experience in implementation of communications in support of foundation, non-profit, corporate giving or philanthropic vision preferred.
• Web design and administration.
• Skilled in using Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), WordPress, Salesforce, MailChimp
• Experience managing Social media platforms.
• Media/PR relations experience with knowledge of relevant media outlets and proven relationships.
• Video & photography skills a plus

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• This position is not required to necessarily lift up to a certain weight
• This position is based at a desk which requires good eyesight
• This position may require the individual to sit for an extended period

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, BGCP has focused on protecting the health of our communities and workforce. As a result, BGCP has, as mandated that as a qualification of employment, all staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by October 18, 2021, as allowed by law and unless the staff receives a medical or religious exemption. Candidates who receive an offer of BGCP employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exemption request prior to their start date. Being fully vaccinated is a requirement for continued employment.
The more vaccinated our organization is, the better we can protect ourselves, our members, our communities and our colleagues.

Diversity and Inclusion: At BGCP, we do not just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
BGCP is proud to an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.
Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.
BGCP gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact BGCP Human Resources in advance to request assistance.