Marketing & Communications Manager

Job Description

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 DOQ

About New Moms

At New Moms, were on a mission to empower young moms and their families to thrive and build brighter futures. Through innovative housing, job training, and family support programs, we serve hundreds of families each year across Chicagoland.

Our social enterprise, Bright Path, provides expert consulting to strengthen human services organizationshelping them innovate, grow, and better serve their communities. Together, were creating change that matters.

Position Summary

Are you a natural storyteller with a passion for mission-driven work? Do you love turning big ideas into bold campaigns that move people to act? New Moms is looking for a Marketing & Communications Manager who brings creativity, strategy, and heart to everything they do. In this role, youll be the voice behind our brandshaping how we tell our story, celebrate young moms' achievements, and inspire our community to get involved. From managing multi-channel campaigns to crafting compelling narratives, youll play a key role in building awareness, deepening engagement, and amplifying the impact of our work across Chicago and beyond.

Location: Chicago, IL with hybrid schedule available

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Starting Salary: $60,000-$65,000 DOQ

What a Day Might Look Like

Kicking off your morning by reviewing social media engagement and tweaking content to boost reach

Interviewing a young mom to highlight her journey in an upcoming blog post

Creating sharp, on-brand visuals in Canva for an upcoming fundraising event

Meeting with the Development team to brainstorm messaging for a new donor appeal

Editing web content to make sure our mission shines through every page

Posting and emailing an urgent advocacy alert and a corresponding press release to elevate important issues.

Wrapping up with scheduling posts and planning content for next week

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a dynamic marketing and communications strategy

Create and manage content across digital platforms, including email, website, and social media

Craft compelling stories and visual assets that reflect the strength and spirit of young moms

Manage New Moms brand presence, ensuring consistency, clarity, and inclusivity in all messaging

Support fundraising campaigns with strategic communications and donor-facing materials

Build relationships with press and media contacts to increase visibility

Track key performance indicators and use data to optimize communications impact

Collaborate across departments to gather stories, updates, and content ideas

Youll Thrive in This Role If You Are:

A creative communicator who writes with clarity, heart, and purpose

A strategic thinker who can balance big-picture goals with day-to-day execution

A visual storyteller with a strong sense of design and brand

Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once

Comfortable using tools like Mailchimp, Canva, WordPress, and social media platforms

Experienced (35 years) in marketing, communications, or a related field

Passionate about equity, storytelling, and building strong families

Qualifications

Commitment & Education

Passionate commitment to the mission and values of New Moms

Bachelors degree required; preferred fields include Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or related areas

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, marketing, or social media roles preferred

Skills & Traits

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with strong editing and proofreading abilities

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Skilled in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva

Experienced with email marketing platforms like Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar

Basic videography and video editing skills; photography experience is a plus

Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Collaborative team player with a proactive and creative mindset

Other Requirements

Valid drivers license with a safe driving record and current insurance

Flexibility to occasionally work afternoons, evenings, and weekends as needed

Work Environment: Must be able to sit/stand for up to 8 hours, walk stairs, and lift up to 30-40 lbs (or perform with reasonable accommodation). Work environments may vary.

Benefits & Perks:We care about the well-being of our team and are proud to offer a

comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

Medical insurance with generous employer contribution

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance 100% employer-paid

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free counseling and resources

Generous paid time off, as well as 15 paid holidays and half days on Fridays during the

summer

403b retirement plan with employer match

Pre-tax transportation benefits

Professional development stipends and support

Discounts on Bright Endeavors products

Free spiritual direction services

Hybrid remote