Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten? Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?
If you answered ‘yes’, to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.
At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.
If you’re looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world’s greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.
Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.
This position is reliant upon funding and may be subject to modification or termination based on resource availability.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Marketing Communications Coordinator leads local marketing, storytelling, and community engagement efforts by creating mission-aligned content, managing digital and print communications, and supporting events that advance World Relief Sacramento’s work with refugees and vulnerable immigrants.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:- Marketing, Outreach & Communications
- Develop and implement creative marketing strategies to strengthen brand visibility, ensure consistent mission-aligned messaging, and increase community engagement across all channels.
- Ensure compliance with branding guidelines and maintain quality control for all print, digital, and event materials.
- Coordinate and promote events that enhance visibility, build relationships, and support fundraising and awareness initiatives.
- Collaborate with internal teams and leadership to align messaging and campaigns.
- Maintain organized records of marketing assets, campaigns, events, and analytics.
- Create culturally relevant and inclusive materials to engage diverse audiences.
- Represent World Relief at community events, fairs, and partner meetings.
- Content Creation
- Gather stories, quotes, photos, and videos through interviews with staff, volunteers, clients, and partners.
- Write engaging, ethical content for blogs, newsletters, social media, and other platforms.
- Design graphics and visual assets using Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Capture and edit photo and video content for campaigns and events.
- Social Media Management
- Develop and manage a social media calendar aligned with national campaigns and local initiatives.
- Create, schedule, and monitor posts; respond to comments and messages to maintain engagement.
- Research trends, test new approaches, and analyze metrics to optimize reach and engagement.
- Email & Newsletter Marketing
- Design and execute email marketing campaigns that engage, inspire, and convert audiences into volunteers, donors, and advocates.
- Use A/B testing on subject lines and content to optimize open and click-through rates.
- Monitor campaign performance, analyze data, and refine strategies based on insights.
- Manage audience segmentation, welcome series, and automated workflows in platforms such as HubSpot and Dynamics.
- Draft and distribute newsletters, press releases, and key updates in collaboration with leadership and the Home Office Communications team.
- Website Management
- Maintain and update the local WordPress site with timely content using SEO best practices.
- Upload blogs, images, and files; collaborate with the Home Office team on integrations and lead generation tools.
- Additional Responsibilities
- Assist with media relations, including drafting press releases and coordinating with local outlets.
- Support crisis communication efforts and other marketing needs as assigned.
- Other Duties as Assigned
JOB REQUIREMENTS:- Mature and personal Christian faith
- Committed to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief
- Desire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communities
- Able to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Association of Evangelicals' For the Health of The Nation document
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and at least two years of experience in digital or content marketing (internships included; experience may substitute for a degree).
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) and Canva for design and video editing.
- Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS for website updates.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated written, visual, and verbal communication skills, including storytelling, editing, and content creation.
- Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and clean driving record.
- Availability for periodic evening and weekend work.
- Authorization to work legally in the U.S
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Proficiency with social media platforms, analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite), and scheduling platforms (e.g., Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
- Video production and editing experience.
- Creative, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Professionalism, confidentiality, and a proactive approach to learning and teamwork.
World Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time, Regular, and part-time (25+ hours per week) employees
World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
