Raybourn Group International Communication Coordinator

Raybourn Group International (RGI) is seeking a full-time communications coordinator to join our Indianapolis office.

RGI is an AMC Institute Accredited Association Management Company. We provide outsourced association management, event planning and consulting services for dozens of nonprofits, trade associations and professional societies. We provide a number of services for our clients, including strategic planning, financial management, executive management, membership development, marketing/public relations, publications and social media, educational/professional development, and meeting/event planning, among others.

RGI has been named as Best Places to Work in Indiana in 2021, 2022 and 2023.

This position requires in-office work so fully remote staff will not be considered. Flexible work options such as telecommuting a couple of days a week may be discussed after the initial training timeframe.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supporting multiple clients via the communications and marketing of various events, member benefits and initiatives.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a larger communications team.
• Assist with all aspects of planning and managing communication projects, including posting/monitoring/responding/maintaining multiple client web and social media sites.
• Write, design and distribute news releases, marketing collateral, newsletters and other pieces as requested by client teams.
• Participate in the development and implementation of marketing plans for various clients.
• Create/design materials for association branding, events, membership promotion and social media, ensuring content meets each client’s brand guidelines.
• Develop marketing collateral, social media campaigns, email campaigns and blogs, e-books and other resources.
• Develop newsletters and email blasts for specific audiences relevant to each client.
• Keep multiple client websites up-to-date and relevant using Content Management Systems and HTML code.
• Perform basic video editing for various client projects.
• Ensure association staff are aware of current communications coordination activities, priorities, and their integration with association goals and objectives.
• Continually assess association policies, programs, and procedures to identify possible efficiencies, enhancements, and improvements. Stay current and knowledgeable about association policies, procedures, benefits, and services.
• Analyze and report on relevant social media, email and website statistics.
• Maintain working knowledge of client industries and the context of the association’s mission.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or journalism is desired with one to three years of related experience, preferably with a non-profit association. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Strong, relevant internship experiences will be considered in lieu of other work experience.

Language Skills: Excellent writing, spelling and grammar skills. High level of accuracy with skills for proofreading all work produced. Demonstrated knowledge of AP Style.

Software Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook. Proficiency in content management systems. Knowledge of social media platforms LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. MailChimp and SurveyMonkey experience preferred but not required. Basic knowledge of video editing software.

Other Skills and Abilities: Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple overlapping production deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills while working as part of a team. Willingness and desire to learn.

Travel: Possible out-of-state travel of 2 – 3 days not more than twice per year.

About Raybourn Group International, Inc.

Placing your organization in the care and custody of an association management company is a significant statement of trust. You can count on our professional staff to respect your past efforts and to be a caring, faithful partner for the future. Our corporate culture is defined by hard work, fair play and attention to detail. The RGI staff professionals are carefully selected to meet the needs of the association for which they work and are trained to manage a world-class organization with the enthusiasm needed to inspire, motivate and lead your industry or profession.

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