Job Title: Marketing, Communications & Events Manager

Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Date: 05/01/2026

About Us: Grace Place for Children and Families is celebrating 20 years of transforming lives through education in the Golden Gate community. We are dedicated to moving Collier County forward and educating Naples residents on our impact. Join us in proving that education truly changes everything!

Position Overview: Are you a creative force with a passion for storytelling and event planning? Do you have the skills to amplify our mission and make our events unforgettable? If so, we want you as our Marketing, Communications & Events Manager! This role is all about expanding our brand reach, creating compelling visual stories, and managing impactful events.

Your Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It): You'll be the architect of our brand narrative, reporting to our Chief Development Officer in beautiful Naples, FL. Your passion for education as a catalyst for change will drive everything you do.

Your Impact Will Be Measured By:

•45% - Expanding our brand reach and recognition

•30% - Creating compelling visual stories through graphic design

•15% - Making our events unforgettable

•10% - Development of annual newsletters, appeals, and impact reports

What You'll Bring to the Table:

•Bachelor's degree

•At least 2 years of marketing, PR, and graphic design experience

•Mastery of InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and digital marketing platforms

•Storytelling skills across multiple channels

•A vehicle and clean driving record (events and community outreach demand mobility!)

A Day in Your Life Might Include:

•Crafting the perfect press release that lands us front-page coverage

•Designing visual content that stops people mid-scroll

•Building relationships with local media personalities

•Managing our digital presence across platforms

•Managing major events annually, plus adding your own new flair to keep existing events fresh

•Creating communications that inspire donors and program participants alike

Beyond the Desk: This role requires occasional evenings and weekends. You'll be the face of Grace Place at community events, speaker engagements, and fundraisers.

Responsibilities/Duties:

•Manage marketing, public relations, advertising, and social media, including the development, creation, implementation, and distribution of printed and electronic communications and website content

•Regular interaction with local media

•Consistent and regular communication of the mission and program needs to all constituents

•Develop donor and sponsor communications

•Develop parent and student communications

•Manage marketing and public relations budgets

•Provide assistance in securing event donations

•Manage marketing database – use of MailChimp and SurveyMonkey

•Develop and implement marketing plans

•Coordinate and develop speaking engagements as well as outreach and public events

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

•Confidentiality of business and client information

•Management of information, including data gathering, secure filing, and records retention

•Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures

•Applicable safety requirements of the position

•Organize workload to meet project timelines and deadlines

•Ability to work well alone or as part of a team

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

•Ability to establish rapport and interact with diverse groups of people

•Problem-solving skills within crisis situations

•Knowledge of outcomes measurements

•Manage multiple priorities with attention to deadlines

Organizational Responsibilities:

•Attend and participate in relevant staff and/or board and committee meetings

•Participate in staff development activities/trainings needed to complete job duties or as required

•Develop and maintain positive, effective working relationships with fellow staff, volunteers, and board members

•Perform other duties as assigned

Computer and Equipment Skills:

•Experience with InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Google Docs, and electronic communication platforms and social media applications

•Digital marketing expertise - social media management, content strategy and creation, audience engagement – photography and video

•Proficiency in MS Word and Excel programs, internet, email, Access, and computer skills

Physical Job Requirements:

•Sit at a computer station or work desk for most of some days

•Stand in one position or walk short distances throughout the day

•Frequently stand and walk to other workstations and departments throughout the day, including moving up and down stairs, or giving tours on campus

•Use hands and fingers to handle perishable and nonperishable food and other donated items, operate computers, keyboards, and office equipment throughout the day

•Clear communication face-to-face and via telephone

•May lift up to 30 pounds often and carry for short distances; may need to lift items from ground level to waist level

Minimum Qualifications/Education and/or Experience:

•Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree

•Minimum of 2 years of experience in marketing, social media, and graphic design

How to Apply: Ready to make a difference? Submit your resume and a cover letter. Join us at Grace Place for Children and Families and help us create a brighter future for Collier County!

Benefits :

At Grace Place, we are committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and growth of our team. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to care for our employees both personally and professionally.
Medical Insurance: Grace Place covers approximately 90% of employee health premiums.
Medical Eligibility: Begins on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
Dental & Vision Insurance: Available to eligible employees
Employer-Paid Benefits: Long-term disability (LTD), short-term disability (STD), and group life insurance
Retirement (401(k)): Eligible after 90 days of employment, with employer matching contributions (Up to 4% Company Match)
Professional Development: Opportunities to support continued learning and career growth
Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO in the first year
Holidays & Closures: 15 days of paid holidays and campus closure days

Background Screening Requirement
All applicants must successfully complete required State and National background screening as a condition of employment prior to beginning work at Grace Place for Children and Families. Screening is conducted in accordance with applicable Florida law, including Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, and, when applicable, Chapter 408, Florida Statutes.

Background screening includes fingerprinting for FDLE and FBI criminal history checks and review through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Employment is contingent upon receipt, review, and approval of screening results.
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Grace Place values diversity in the workplace and among our partners and other stakeholders.

It is the policy of Grace Place to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, employment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, reduction of workforce and termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, the use of all facilities, and participation in all company sponsored employee activities. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications, business necessity, or age limitations will be adhered to by Grace Place where appropriate.

Employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation or any type of retaliation because they have (1) filed a complaint; (2) assisted or participated in an investigation, compliance review, hearing or any other activity related to the administration of any federal, state or local law requiring equal employment opportunity; (3) opposed any act or practice made unlawful by any federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity; or (4) exercised any other legal right protected by federal, state or local law requiring equal opportunity.

The above-mentioned policies shall be periodically brought to the attention of supervisors and shall be appropriately administered. It is the responsibility of each supervisor at Grace Place to ensure affirmative implementation of these policies to avoid any discrimination in employment. All employees are expected to recognize these policies and cooperate with their implementation. Violation of these policies could be considered a disciplinary offense.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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