Job Description
INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CONCERN
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
WHO WE ARE:
International Christian Concern (ICC) is a Washington D.C.-based nonprofit (501 c3) that has served the persecuted Christian church for more than 25 years. We are devoted to raising awareness, assisting, and advocating for persecuted Christian communities worldwide. Motivated by God’s call to serve the oppressed and persecuted, we believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We are a community that cares for one another. We value each member of our team and strive to provide professional excellence to all those we serve. We believe that working at ICC is more than a job because our ministry has eternal impact for God’s kingdom.
OUR NEED:
ICC is looking for a talented Communications Specialist who can serve in a multifaceted capacity within the Communications Department in our corporate office in Silver Spring, MD. This is a full time, in-office position that reports to the Communications Director. ICC seeks a versatile communicator who can work on a wide range of projects in a fast-moving environment. The Communications Specialist will be a strong content creator, writer, and storyteller who can engage audiences in print and online. You should have a general, working knowledge, background, and experience in content creation, writing, editing, design, marketing, public relations, digital media/video, website, and social media. The communications team produces many diverse projects and content for its worldwide audiences including a monthly magazine, weekly videos, podcast, blog, website, social media, and more. As Communications Specialist, you will add depth and breadth to a small but talented team that supports ICC’s efforts to bandage and build the persecuted church through assistance, advocacy, and awareness.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Writing/Digital Content Creation
A creative storyteller with the ability to turn stories into video (strong emphasis), blogs, social media, and variety of print materials.
Social Media
Work collaboratively with other content producers
Oversee ICC’s social media footprint across Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and more; engage with followers and stakeholders.
Maintain a digital content calendar.
Digital Marketing
Expand the organization’s brand and digital footprint.
Monitor, analyze, and measure our marketing and communications efforts.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field.
3-5 years’ experience in digital marketing, public relations, or journalism; all facets of communications including content creation for print and online mediums.
A strong Christian witness and history.
Ability to quickly create exceptional written content and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Work with a team to develop creative marketing and communications campaigns.
U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or work visa is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Background working for a nonprofit, ministry, or NGO
Experience with SEO and analytics related to social media.
In depth knowledge/experience of WordPress, InDesign, and Adobe Suite.
Experience in video production including scripting.
A proven professional track record with increasing responsibilities.
Experience with content calendar tools, donor databases, and online marketing platforms.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
ICC offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package consistent with experience, skills and demonstrated abilities. ICC offers the following benefits to all full-time employees:
Employer Paid Health and Dental Insurance Coverage
403b retirement plan with 50% employer contribution
Excellent personal time off policy as well as paid holidays
Commute benefit
Flexible work policy
TO APPLY
Company Description
International Christian Concern (ICC), www.persecution.org, is a Washington DC area nonprofit (501(c)3) devoted to providing assistance, advocacy, and awareness for the worldwide persecuted Christian Church.