Sr. Communications Specialist - Brand Manager

Job Description

The schedule for this hiring process will be as follows:

Job Posting Open: 07/07/25 - 07/20/25

One-Way Interviews Sent: 07/21/25

One-Way Interviews Due: 07/24/25

First In-Person Interview: 08/01/25

Final Interview: 08/13/25

The Philanthropies Department (PHI) helps to invite individuals and families to follow the example of the Lord, Jesus Christ, as they live the two great commandments to love God and their neighbors. Giving helps members and others experience the joy and blessings of participating in God’s work as they choose to follow inspiration and prophetic direction. To do this, PHI facilitates and invites voluntary philanthropic giving (beyond tithes and fast offering) for programs and projects approved by the First Presidency. PHI teaches, engages, coordinates, invites, and reports regarding voluntary philanthropic contributions to the Church and its affiliated charities. PHI provides shared donor and philanthropic services to all Church-affiliated entities.

The Sr. Communications Specialist - Brand Manager employees serve as a "brand manager" providing exceptional marketing and communication materials in support of approved fundraising priorities. The expectation for all materials and activities is to facilitate, engage, invite, and create an exceptional giving experience that reflects the standard of the Kingdom of God in alignment with the divinely appointed mission and purpose of the Church.

This position serves as a highly skilled individual contributor on the Marketing Communications team that provides exceptional marketing and communication materials in support of First Presidency approved fundraising priorities. Sr. Communications Specialist - Brand Manager is a senior role that supports the mission of the Church by serving as a caretaker for proposals/responses related to specific "brand(s)" (e.g., Missionary, BYU) as fundraising communications and materials are created for external donor audiences. The goal is to align creative marketing activities and materials with the identified audience focus and strategy, or in the case of specific grant-writing preparation, aligning with technical application requirements, to help facilitate an inspiring giving experience for all involved. Teaching, engaging, coordinating, inviting, and stewarding are defined accountabilities in every project. The clients served include prospects, donors, institutional leaders, and Philanthropies (PHI) colleagues.

This is a senior-level individual contributor.

Responsibilities

Typically, Sr. Communications Specialist - Brand Manager employees will spend their time Teaching (15%), Engaging (20%), Coordinating (20%), Inviting (30%), and Reporting (15%) in support of strategic coordination and invitations to participate in inspired giving experiences.

Responsibilities

In alignment with the core responsibilities at PHI to Teach, Engage, Coordinate, Invite, and Report, this position's responsibilities are aligned as follows:

Teach (15%)

• Teach the process of philanthropy in the Church to current donors and prospects through communication and marketing collateral for assigned priorities and projects and teach donor liaisons, partners, and when assigned, teach other staff the technical requirements of grant-related communications and applications.
  
  

Engage (20%)

• Engage by creating inspiring and informative communication pieces including compliance with proposals or technical grant proposal requirements that move donors and prospective donors to become engaged with approved priorities, create meaningful marketing and communication pieces to integrate givers and receivers of donations made in a personalized and meaningful way.
  
  

Coordinate (20%)

• Coordinate with colleagues, partners, external organizations, approved vendors and Church correlation to ensure all products meet PHI and Church standards as well as exacting application requirements for grant applications.
  
  

Invite (30%)

• Invite by creating meaningful invitations in the form of proposals for approved priorities or grant submissions to assist donor liaisons and institutional partners in facilitating inspiring giving experiences and strengthening relationships with donors and prospective donors.
  
  

Report (15%)

• Report by creating meaningful stewardship and financial reports informing and delighting donors regarding the impact of their giving.
  
  

Required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must uphold and adhere to all policies and procedures of the Church and its affiliated charities, be ethical, and demonstrate professional demeanor at all times and in all situations.
• A Bachelor's degree and 4 years compatible professional experience in communications or related field, and or any combination of equivalent relavant education and/or experience
• Be able to operate a personal computer in a network environment, proficiency with basic computer hardware/software, including the ability to use and learn job specific applications.
• Proven writing skills and a sound knowledge of print and electronic communications, including proficiency with computer and software tools (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Photoshop, other design tools, etc.) including a sound understanding of graphic design.
• Be able to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently.
• A demonstrated ability to provide an exceptional level of customer service to clients including prospects, donors, institutional leaders, and Philanthropies (PHI) colleagues.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills including a proven ability to follow-through with fine details.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, innovative thinking, and proven capacity to be self-motivated while positively inviting others to strive for their best performance.
• Professional in demeanor, appearance and language, with English verbal/written communication skills, including the ability to provide appropriate direction and receive and act upon feedback in a timely manner.
• Professional, persistent, patient, and respectful demeanor and ability to maintain positivity despite differences of opinion or perspective.
• Nimble with change, versatile, and an optimism with a willingness to collaborate within and across teams
• Be able to travel and interact with individuals in a variety of locations using various forms of private and public transportation.
• Be physically available (on-site for preparation, production, and/or performance) of engagement activities and team collaboration as needed.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends in order to support and coordinate events and activities.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time while using computers, computer monitors, and other office productivity equipment like copy machines and printers. Be able to physically fulfill logistical needs during events support, including ability to lift 20-30lbs (delivery and setup of sometimes heavy materials, signage, audiovisual support, etc.).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g. MBA, MPA, etc.) and/or extensive experience in creating marketing communications.
• Grant writing experience.
• Non-profit organization or fundraising experience.
• Experience using project management software.
  
  

About Us

Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.

Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.

Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.