****Who We’re Looking For:

Are you an ambitious marketing communications professional that believes you can make a difference for other young people? CareerWise is seeking a marketing associate who will lead the charge for CareerWise New York marketing communications initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of Marketing Communications, the Marketing Associate will be supporting CareerWise New York’s social media platforms, content calendar, local online and in-person event coordination, and email marketing campaigns. In many cases, this position may serve as the first point of contact for other CareerWise New York teams, and as such, candidates for this role must demonstrate exceptional project management.

Who We Are:

CareerWise is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization that creates life-changing opportunities for the next generation of America’s workforce. We build industry-led, student-centered, modern youth apprenticeships through classroom and on-the-job learning, providing flexible, alternative pathways to economic mobility. We have affiliates across the country with hundreds of CareerWise apprentices in the workplace, charting new paths to academic and career success. In addition, workforce and education leaders from Fortune 50 companies to The Melinda Gates Foundation have partnered with, invested in and learned from CareerWise and our education-changing, industry-leading apprenticeship model.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT | Coordinate communications, design, content, and logistics across CareerWise teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery of quality projects
• EVENTS | Support the planning and execution of local events for various audiences such as students, employers, educators and policymakers.
• SOCIAL | Contribute strategic content and guidance for CareerWise Colorado’s social media presence on various platforms
• EMAIL COMMS | With guidance from the digital marketing manager, build and execute email and text communications through Salesforce Marketing Cloud
• Additional projects supporting high profile marketing communications opportunities

Key competencies to be successful in this role:

• Comfort with change and ambiguity- we’re a fast-paced organization with lots of opportunities
• Project management skills
• Familiarity with the basics of event planning and coordination
• Familiarity with social media platforms and preferred with email platforms
• Demonstrates a commitment to the principles of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
• Lives out the CareerWise values and has a passion for the CareerWise mission and vision
• You thrive in a high energy, dynamic team

Additional proficiencies:

• Two to three years of experience in marketing and/or communications
• Exceptional project management and critical thinking skills
• Professional communication skills in person and online
• Experience using Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
• Experience preferred but not required using Salesforce Marketing Cloud and/or Adobe suite

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job being performed by employees assigned to this classification. The duties listed are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. With the evolution of the organization and this role, the responsibilities of this position may change at any time.

Location:

This role is based in New York City. CareerWise New York staff typically work a hybrid schedule and require 3 days in the office and other days remote. Remote work is not guaranteed and the schedule must be approved by the supervisor. There may be occasions (possibly 1-3 times per year) for staff to gather together in person. Exceptions will be made for special circumstances.

Compensation:

The starting salary range for this role is: $65,000 (min) - $75,000 (mid) annually; this role is not covered by the minimum wage and overtime provisions of the FLSA. CareerWise offers a generous benefits package including group medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term disability, 100% vested 401k Plan with a 3% employer contribution, and Flexible Time Off.

Application Window:

Please submit your complete application by Friday, August 9th 2024. Applications submitted after this date may still be received, however, may not be considered as the application window will have expired.

_ CareerWise is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may _contact us at:__careers@careerwiseusa.org

Working conditions and physical requirements:

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. Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking and standing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination for use of standard office equipment. Oral and auditory capacity required for interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone and online video conference platforms (like Google, Zoom, MS Teams, Webex, etc.)