JOB POSTING
FISA Foundation is a charitable grantmaking foundation that champions equity, justice, safety and inclusion for women, girls, and people with disabilities, addressing the intersection with systemic racism that impedes progress for these populations in southwestern Pennsylvania. FISA is seeking a full-time Communications Associate to develop and drive a communications strategy that will raise awareness about the issues that the Foundation supports and funds.
This is an exempt position which reports to the Executive Director. It is accountable for executing the Foundation’s communications strategy, including website, social media, and email marketing. The Communications Associate will also coordinate and support convenings, webinars, on-site and virtual meetings, and conduct research on mission-critical issues as assigned.
This is a full-time, Pittsburgh-based position with some remote work possible. FISA Foundation has a very small staff, and this is the only position dedicated to communications.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 1-2 years of experience are required. Salary is $55K + a competitive benefits package. Individuals with disabilities, people of color and/or from diverse ethnic backgrounds, members of the LBGTQIA+ community, veterans and all who are committed to advancing equity are encouraged to apply.
To apply: All applications must include a resume and cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position. Email resume and cover letter to: resume@fisafoundation.org
Deadline to apply: April 2, 2025.
COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE POSITION DESCRIPTION AND FULL DETAILS
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Communications:
- In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and implement the organization’s communications plan, ensuring alignment with strategic and mission-critical initiatives to promote awareness and understanding of FISA’s mission, programming, and community outreach efforts.
- Maintain and contribute to the content management of the website. Create, edit and post content including news and feature stories, blog posts, e-blasts, surveys and other relevant information about FISA’s mission and the impact of our grantmaking. Ensure that content focuses on building meaningful connections and engaging grantees, potential grantees, other key stakeholders and the community-at-large.
- Build and execute social media strategy in support of the communications plan through research, platform determination, benchmarking, messaging, audience identification, and evaluation.
- Develop and administer email marketing to promote the Foundation, its grantees and its programs.
- Ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of all internal and external communications
- Develop and implement media engagement strategies when appropriate to advance Foundation goals.
Program planning and production
- Support the development and coordination of FISA convenings, meetings, workshops, and special events including planning, registration, promotion, accessibility, logistics, technical assistance, production/coordination, and evaluation. This often requires a high level of coordination among internal and external stakeholders.
- Cultivate relationships with grantees, potential grantees, key stakeholders, and peer funders to strengthen collaborations and learning to advance our priorities.
Research
- Conduct research as assigned to identify the community’s evolving needs in the Foundation’s program areas and provide timely and relevant information, input, and recommendations to the Program Officer and Executive Director to help shape and strengthen the Foundation’s strategy and priorities.
- Draft speeches, remarks, and talking points as needed. Advise and support the Executive Director on media events.
Perform any other duties as assigned or required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Exceptional written and oral communications, research, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong digital and technology skills that include proficiency in Microsoft Office, email marketing, and survey tools; website management; basic graphic design; social media and Zoom.
- Ability to communicate both straightforward and complex issues to diverse audiences on a variety of platforms including long-form writing and social media in clear and compelling language.
- Meticulous attention to detail and dedication to ensuring that all information and communications are precise, accurate, clear, consistent and on time.
- Thorough understanding of and demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the Foundation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and responsively with multiple stakeholders and constituents in an environment of evolving and emerging priorities.
- Collaborative team member and supportive colleague who is committed to diversity, equity and inclusivity and willingly assists others as needed with a “no job is too small” attitude.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, non-profit management, or related field and/or equivalent, relevant experience. Non-profit experience a plus.
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience, preferably in any of the following areas: research and writing, communications and marketing, or website and social media management.
- Commitment to and passion for developing best practices in equitable, inclusive, and community-centered grantmaking, particularly as they relate to the Foundation’s targeted populations.