Temporary Communications Specialist at Resonate Global Mission (Grand Rapids, MI or Hamilton, ON)

Resonate Global Mission is seeking a temporary content writer & editor to support our storytelling and donor communications during a 3-month parental leave. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented communicator with strong writing skills and a passion for global mission.
This position will be compensated at an hourly rate of  $30.70/hour CAD or $29.16/hour USD.
 

PURPOSE

The Temporary communication specialist will write, edit, and perform content coordination. The role will focus on producing inspiring mission stories, donor-focused pieces, newsletters, and prayer communications that help supporters of the CRCNA and Resonate Global Mission engage worldwide. This position will create and refine mission-focused stories across multiple platforms, including print publications, email newsletters, fundraising appeals, and web articles.  In addition, this role will collaborate with communications staff, regional teams, and missionaries to gather information and transform it into compelling content that connects with donors, churches, and other supporters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following

1. Research, write, and edit stories/articles for the following:
   1. Echoes Newsletter
   2. Mission Monthly email newsletter
   3. Fundraising appeals
   4. The Banner CRCNA Magazine
   5. CRC News
   6. Brochures
   7. Web pages
   8. Donor impact stories/proposals as needed
2. Email & Newsletter Support
   1. Produce weekly Prayer Points email
   2. Draft or edit content and assemble regional newsletters
   3. Coordinate with regional staff to plan content and prepare final email drafts.
3. Review and edit social media posts and coordinate the publication of stories/articles.
4. Monitor and organize story leads for future story production
5. Adapt content for different audiences and formats
6. In collaboration with the communications team, execute projects needed for the editorial calendar and annual communications plan.
7. Relate collaboratively with agency staff, assisting them in meeting their communications needs.
8. All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. Able to support the mission, vision, and values of the CRCNA.
2. Excellent skills in communications, marketing, writing, and editing.
3. Advanced writing skills and capability.
4. Strong expertise in the English language, including accurate grammar, punctuation, spelling, and writing skills specifically tailored for fundraising.
5. Disciplined and self-motivated work style, proactive with strong organizational and project management skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet multiple deadlines.
6. Cooperative and adaptable team player with interpersonal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to accomplish work goals through collaboration.
7. Demonstrated commitment to promote a work environment and respectful relationships that value diversity and equality.
8. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google G-Suite, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, or similar software.
9. Experience working cross-culturally is an asset.
10. Basic knowledge of the Reformed faith/tradition and knowledge of the Christian Reformed Church in North America constituency is preferred. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, marketing, or related field; or equivalent experience is required.
2. Advanced professional experience in writing, marketing, and/or fundraising is required.
3. Significant experience in content production, including conceptualizing, creating, and marketing a variety of content, is required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The duties listed in this description are representative of the type of work and work environment that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.