Organization: Abbeyfield Houses Society - Ottawa
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Abbeyfield Houses Society of Ottawa is a not-for-profit seniors’ residence affiliated with Abbeyfield International, with 1,100 houses in 25 countries worldwide.
The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for raising awareness about Abbeyfield House in the community and promoting the house as an alternative housing option for seniors in Ottawa.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with the President as primary spokesperson, as well as other directors as needed to raise awareness about Abbeyfield Ottawa
Develop and maintain promotional materials for Abbeyfield Ottawa, including web material, brochures, presentations etc.
Develop and maintain social media presence for the organization
Ensure that all promotional materials are in line with Abbeyfield national and international marketing and communications guidelines
Recruit volunteers, in collaboration with the Director of Volunteer Programs, to support marketing and communications efforts including newsletters and promotional events
Seek opportunities to promote the House in Ottawa and attend community events as appropriate
Assist with the promotion of any fundraising events, including preparation and distribution of communications, posters, signage, emails etc.
Work with the Director of Fundraising and Grants to ensure that adequate recognition is given to granting organizations and major donors
Administrative
Attend monthly meetings and present a report to the Board
Keep records of all promotional material and events
Develop communications plan and present to the Board
Seek Board approval for all marketing and communications products
Work with the Director of Grants and Fundraising to develop thank-you letters for granting organizations and to recognize major donors on the website
Provide support to the Director of Residency in the promotion of Tea & Tours for potential residents and interested community members
Qualifications:
A background in marketing or communications is an asset;
Strong initiative;
Good research skills;
Strong written and oral communications skills are required.
Abbeyfield Houses Society of Ottawa is a not-for-profit seniors’ residence affiliated with Abbeyfield International, with 1,100 houses in 25 countries worldwide.
The Director of Marketing and Communications is responsible for raising awareness about Abbeyfield House in the community and promoting the house as an alternative housing option for seniors in Ottawa.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with the President as primary spokesperson, as well as other directors as needed to raise awareness about Abbeyfield Ottawa
Develop and maintain promotional materials for Abbeyfield Ottawa, including web material, brochures, presentations etc.
Develop and maintain social media presence for the organization
Ensure that all promotional materials are in line with Abbeyfield national and international marketing and communications guidelines
Recruit volunteers, in collaboration with the Director of Volunteer Programs, to support marketing and communications efforts including newsletters and promotional events
Seek opportunities to promote the House in Ottawa and attend community events as appropriate
Assist with the promotion of any fundraising events, including preparation and distribution of communications, posters, signage, emails etc.
Work with the Director of Fundraising and Grants to ensure that adequate recognition is given to granting organizations and major donors
Administrative
Attend monthly meetings and present a report to the Board
Keep records of all promotional material and events
Develop communications plan and present to the Board
Seek Board approval for all marketing and communications products
Work with the Director of Grants and Fundraising to develop thank-you letters for granting organizations and to recognize major donors on the website
Provide support to the Director of Residency in the promotion of Tea & Tours for potential residents and interested community members
Qualifications:
A background in marketing or communications is an asset;
Strong initiative;
Good research skills;
Strong written and oral communications skills are required.
Location: 425 Parkdale
Deadline: Jan 31, 2019
