Summary
Land Bank Twin Cities, Inc. seeks a Marketing and Communications Manager to lead the organization’s marketing strategy, brand management, and communications initiatives. In this role, you will play a vital role in amplifying Land Bank Twin Cities mission, engaging stakeholders, and building awareness of our impact in the seven-county metropolitan region. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff and working closely with the President/CEO, this role will support fundraising efforts through compelling storytelling, donor communications, and grant writing support. The Marketing and Communications Manager will develop and execute comprehensive marketing and communications strategies that effectively communicate value proposition to partners, communities, stakeholders, and potential funders. This position requires a creative strategist with excellent communication, project management, and relationship-building skills.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Strategic Marketing and Communications
- Develop and implement comprehensive marketing and communications strategies aligned with organizational mission and goals.
- Create and manage content across multiple platforms including websites, social media, newsletters, and print materials, ensuring information is current and engaging.
- Lead brand management efforts to ensure consistent messaging and visual identity across all communication channels.
- Design and execute campaigns to promote Land Bank Twin Cities programs, services, and impact stories.
- Monitor and analyze marketing metrics to evaluate effectiveness and adjust strategies accordingly.
Fundraising and Development Support
- Collaborate with President/CEO and Chief of Staff to create compelling fundraising materials and donor communications.
- Develop and maintain grant writing templates and boilerplate content for funding applications.
- Research and manage funding opportunities, including foundations, philanthropic institutions, government agencies, corporations, and individual donors.
- Maintain comprehensive grants calendar and coordinate proposal submissions, reporting requirements, and related documentation.
- Support the development of annual reports and other key stakeholder communications.
- Track and report on fundraising communications and engagement metrics.
Program Team Collaboration
- Participate in program team meetings and cross-functional program initiatives.
- Collaborate with Strategic Acquisition Program staff on opportunities that span both programs.
- Contribute to collaborative organizational culture through effective communication and team-building activities.
- Ensure consistent external messaging across programs.
Stakeholder Engagement and Relations
- Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, community partners, and key stakeholders.
- Coordinate with program teams to identify and promote impact stories and key performance indicators.
- Support external events and speaking engagements through promotional materials and media relations.
- Manage external vendors and consultants for marketing and communications projects.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate complex information into compelling narratives.
- Excellent writing and editing skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proven experience in digital marketing, social media management, and content creation.
- Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- High level of emotional intelligence and cultural competency.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Creative problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
- Understanding of marketing analytics and measurement tools.
- Knowledge of graphic design principles and experience with design software.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
- Experience in and understanding of nonprofit fundraising communications and donor engagement.
- Grant writing and editing experience, with ability to translate program information into compelling proposals.
- Ability to present complex information in clear, compelling ways for diverse audiences.
- Experience in creating impact reports and measuring communication effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience in marketing, communications, and/or nonprofit development.
- 4+ years of experience in marketing and communications, preferably in the nonprofit or real estate sector.
- Demonstrated success in developing and implementing marketing strategies and campaigns.
- Proficiency in digital marketing tools, content management systems, and social media platforms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and graphic design software.
- Experience in nonprofit communications, fundraising materials development, or grant writing preferred.
- Demonstrated success in creating compelling impact stories and donor-focused content.
- Familiarity with nonprofit funding landscape and donor communications best practices.
- Experience with donor management systems and fundraising communication platforms preferred.
- Desired: Experience in real estate marketing and/or community development communications.
Compensation
The starting salary range for this role is $75,000–$85,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits at Land Bank Twin Cities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Employer-provided life/AD&D insurance
- Employer- provided short-term & long-term disability
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off for vacation, personal leave, and holidays
About Land Bank Twin Cities, Inc.
Our Mission
The Land Bank captures strategic real estate opportunities to benefit people with low to moderate incomes, prioritizing BIPOC and populations facing barriers.
Our Vision
All people in the seven-county metropolitan region of the Twin Cities have the opportunity to live and prosper in a community of their choice.
Land Bank Tools for Impact
- Land Banking: Acquiring and holding properties to preserve opportunities, allowing time for the community to build partnerships to implement their vision and secure financial resources.
- Lending: Offering traditional financing with lending criteria tailored to mission-driven housing, commercial and multi-use developments.
- Brokering: Identifying appropriate locations and negotiating the purchase or sale to meet the needs of mission-driven partners.
- Technical Assistance: Answering questions, explaining terms, reviewing options, making recommendations or referrals and guiding partners through the process.
- Property Management: Managing properties while they are being held to generate revenue that helps offset holding costs, mitigating risk and financial exposure.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Land Bank Twin Cities and kpCompanies are equal opportunity employers and all employees and applicants for employment are afforded equal opportunity in every area of hiring and employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, disability, mental illness, sexual orientation, genetics, military/veteran status, citizenship, arrest record and any other legally protected characteristic.
All submissions are received in the strictest confidence.
