Description
Mission Impact Manager
Part Time: fifteen-twenty hours/week
Pay based on experience
Location: Chicagoland area. Work from home. Support local events in person.
About Us:
Gabriel's Light is a Chicago-based organization born from the tragedy of losing our twelve-year-old son to suicide. In honor of our son and all those lost to suicide, we share our journey with the hope that others may learn from our tragedy and take action. Through outreach, education, programs, and partnerships, we raise awareness and inspire youth, parents, educators, and youth leaders to take action in forwarding our mission. We work with schools, camps, youth groups, parents, and youth to promote kindness and teach that mental health is as important as physical health. For more information, see: www.gabrielslight.org
Our mission is to prevent youth suicide by providing mental health education that transforms awareness into empowering action.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly organized, self-directed, and multi-talented individual to support the President in running the day-to-day operations and managing marketing and communications initiatives. This person thrives in a mission-driven environment and has a “can-do” attitude, a love of learning, and the flexibility to adapt as needs evolve. This individual will work with the President and with other part-time team members, volunteers, board members, and educators.
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio (writing samples, newsletters, marketing materials) to info@gabrielslight.org with the subject line: Mission Impact Director.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Requirements
Essential Job Functions:
Operations Coordination
Assist Founder/President with day-to-day operations, scheduling, project tracking, and organizational systems.
Take initiative to ensure all necessary people are informed of events and programs
Maintain databases, manage contacts, and organize files
Support event planning, logistics, and coordination for fundraising and community outreach events
Handle special projects as they arise, including research, vendor coordination, and materials preparation.
Marketing & Communications Coordination
Create and maintain an overall communications calendar that aligns with strategy and events tracking content across all touch points (website, newsletter, social media, donor outreach)
Develop concepts and content for materials (presentations, mailings, posters, event needs, and fundraising) from strategy and planning through creation
Assist with media materials, talking points, and presentations.
Find printers or vendors as needed and manage vendors from price quote through execution
Ensure brand consistency across programs and marketing materials.
Manage image library
Website Updates, Social Media & Newsletter
Maintain Squarespace website, updating as needed in coordination with the calendar
Oversee social media platforms (LinkedIn)
Work with social media manager for monthly content for social media that aligns with the mission, themes, holidays, and events.
Working with the President, develop a strategy for newsletter communications
Create Constant Contact newsletters in coordination with the calendar and events (~10 per year) and maintain the email database.
Nice to Have:
Add posts to LinkedIn for key dates or events
Day-to-day oversight of comments or proactive community building on social media
Manage organization of photo archive in Dropbox, Google Drive
Program Support
Support youth ambassadors and other program initiatives, including online training and the preparation of materials.
Support youth ambassadors or other consultants with brand-related needs and oversee use/creation of branded materials
Skills & Qualifications
Highly organized, self-directed, adaptable, and proactive.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient with Google, Squarespace, Asana (or willing to learn), Constant Contact, and social media platforms.
Interest in mission-driven work and desire to make a positive impact.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment.
Experience in marketing, nonprofit, or operations roles preferred, but not required if the candidate has strong aptitude and passion.
Nice-to-Have:
Public speaking and presentation skills
Proficient with graphic design tools (Canva or other)
Spanish fluency
Experience with youth programs or educational initiatives
Why Work With Us:
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of youth and families.
Flexible remote work with local event participation.
Work closely with a mission-driven founder and small, passionate team.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
10+ years of experience in marketing, non-profit sector, a plus
Experience overseeing consultants, vendors, program participants, and coordinating multiple projects and programs at once
Great attention to detail, the ability to process and maintain confidential information, and the development of strong relationships with both internal and external constituencies to promote a positive, collaborative spirit across the organization's network.
A Bachelor's degree or an advanced degree.
Demonstrated a high level of professionalism and self-motivation
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
How to Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio (writing samples, newsletters, marketing materials) to info@gabrielslight.org with the subject line: Mission Impact Director.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
