Marketing & Communications Committee Chair
Role of the Marketing & Communications Committee
The Marketing & Communications Committee plays an integral role in the organization’s external communications, helping to drive program bookings, increase the charity’s public profile and support fundraising efforts. The Committee is responsible for the organization’s marketing and public relations needs, including the development and implementation of a marketing and communications plan.
Responsibilities of Committee Chair
- Lead the development and implementation of the organization’s marketing and communications plan
- Work closely with the organization’s Volunteer Coordinator to appropriately build out the committee with volunteer members
- Communicate with various media sources to build public awareness and support of the organization
- Work closely with the Fundraising Committee Chair to promote and support fundraising initiatives
- Work closely with the social media team to leverage social media channels for specific events and campaigns as appropriate
- Lead the creation of marketing materials for promotion of the organization’s programs, brand, and fundraising activities
- Motivate, support and assist committee members with their roles
- Oversee the logistics of the committee’s operations and work, including assigning tasks and running meetings
- Initiate and lead the committee’s annual evaluation
- Work closely with the Executive Director and other staff to support marketing and PR initiatives as their availability permits
- Report to the Board of Directors on the committee’s work and recommendations
- Increase awareness of organization’s work, goals, and marketing needs, including within own networks whenever possible
- Minimum 1-year commitment required
Qualifications
- Must be member of YouthSpeak Board of Directors
- Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
- At least two years of marketing, communications, and/or PR experience, 5+ years preferred (Relevant sales experience will also be considered)
- Dedication, commitment and availability to perform all duties of Committee Chair
- Copywriting, creative and graphic design experience an asset
Interested candidates please send a completed application form and resume in the form below or to office@youthspeak.ca
“YouthSpeak is a tremendous organization with amazing people doing very powerful work. Our board of directors provides organizational leadership with a focus on respect, collaboration, and hard work. It’s not always easy, but it’s extremely fulfilling and very impactful. We are always looking for great people to join our team!”
