Communications Specialist Job Description

Organization Overview:

Around the world and around the corner, people need basic resources to give them a hand up in life. To meet requested needs, Midwest Mission brings the hearts and hands of Gods people together to transform resources into humanitarian relief, so that lives are changed for the better, alleviating them from poverty and crisis. In times of international and U.S. crises, Disaster Relief, Health, Education, and Micro Business supplies are provided free of charge through trusted partner nonprofits. This is thanks to countless volunteers and donors the backbone of Midwest Mission who work hard to show Gods love in a practical way.

Job Title: Communications Specialist

Department: Communications, Development

Location: Midwest Mission 1001 Mission Drive, Pawnee, IL 62558

Position: Full-time, in-person (with some optional remote hours)

Job Summary: The Communications Specialist assists the Communications Manager with all aspects of telling Midwest Missions story through engaging digital content, creative design, and effective communication strategies. This role supports internal and external communications, including weekly newsletters and social media, as well as website management and promotional material design. As the Communications Specialist, you will ensure consistent branding and impactful storytelling that inspires engagement and support.

Key Responsibilities

- Content Creation & Communications

- Assist in writing, designing, and publishing weekly newsletters through Virtuous CRM

- Create, schedule, and analyze social media content across Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube

- Draft articles, captions, and marketing copy for digital and print use

- Maintain and update the Midwest Mission website through WIX

• Support internal communication needs as requested by staff or leadership

- Design & Promotional Materials

- Design creative materials using Canva and Photoshop, including:

- Flyers, brochures, and promotional folders

- Monthly church bulletins

- Annual Promotional Calendar

- Merchandise (t-shirts, hats, sweatshirts, stationery, etc.)

• Capture and Curate Photo and Video Content
  • Photograph and film mission activities
  • Edit and produce videos
  • Maintain organized photo and video libraries

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associates Degree in Communications, Marketing, or Graphic Design
• 1-2 years of professional experience preferred

Required Skills:

Technical Skills:

• Operate social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
• Canva, Wix, Photoshop, and Premiere Pro
• Photo and video production
• Branding consistency
• Visual design

Communication Skills:

• Strong writing and editing
• Storytelling
• Experience creating digital content

Non-Technical Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Creative problem solver
• Strong sense of responsibility and integrity
• Ability to take initiative and move projects forward
• Highly organized
• Excellent time management
• Willingness to learn

Benefits

• Family First Culture
• Working with volunteers - the most joyful people in the world
• Christ-Centered Environment
• Lots of Flexibility
• Bi-weekly pay
• Vacation 2 weeks per year- -10 days no accumulation
• Personal Days 3 days per year no accumulation
• Sick Leave 5 days per year allowed to accumulate up to 30 days
• Floating Holidays - 3 days per year no accumulation
• Paid Holidays - 8 a year
• Christmas Break Off 10 days no accumulation
• $200 a month healthcare stipend
• Vision and Dental plans available
• $40 a month cell phone stipend
• 4% 403b company match
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Program