Description
The E-Store & Media Manager supports the communication and fundraising goals of The Salvation Army in Kelowna/Lake Country through the development and maintenance of the E-Thrift Store and implementation of public relations/communications through social and local media that increase the organization’s profile within the Kelowna/Lake Country region.
HOURS:
- 35 hours per week.
- Usually Monday thru Friday, 9.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. Due to the nature of this position, flexibility in days and hours is required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, launch & manage E-Commerce Thrift Shop as an addition to the existing website.
- Select items in cooperation with the Thrift Store Warehouse. Create digital images of items and post them to an online store. Keep a rotation schedule of posted items, removing items not sold and replenishing regularly. Manage the storage of products for the online store.
- Manage the online sales transactions including correspondence follow-up with online customers. Arrange for the pick-up of or mailing of the sold product.
- Analyze sales traffic and marketing effectiveness to drive shoppers to the online store.
- Set and continuously review online sales targets.
- Participating in communications & fundraising initiatives for the Kelowna/Lake Country area.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing and communication strategy and accompanying materials.
- May help develop, prepare, edit and distribute special events materials (i.e., brochures, newsletters, fact sheets, media releases, business letters, photographs, video, etc., along with content for internet websites).
- Works closely with the fundraising team/s, senior management and other stakeholders to assist with the development of brand imaging in accordance with The Salvation Army’s set standards.
- Provides support to the development of special event programs; may include technical support where required.
- May organize and maintain a media library of relevant pictures, newspaper clippings, video, audio, internet links, etc.; maintains an up-to-date listing of all divisional media contacts.
- Assists in the preparation of displays, exhibits, PowerPoint presentations, etc. providing materials as required; may manage exhibit booths.
- Work with production and support personnel to coordinate the production of ads and promotions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful job applicant will have completed more than two (2) years of Community College.
NOTE: An alternative level of education and experience may be acceptable.
The Successful Applicant will hold/have:
- Experience in communications, public relations, or equivalent combination of education.
- Training and experience in a relevant field.
PREFERRED SKILLS/CAPABILITIES:
Successful candidates, prior to hiring, may be required to provide:
- Background check consent
- A clear vulnerable sector screening
- A clean drivers abstract
- Completion of our online Armatus Abuse Training, Respect in the Workplace, Health and Safety Training, and other required training.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
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