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Position Content Writer (Contract to hire, 6 months initially) — Remote - United States Base pay range : $25.00/hr - $28.00/hr Organization : Stelvio Group This range is provided by Stelvio Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Position Summary Content Writer who can communicate our mission and passion for serving the poor in Christ’s name. As a member of our Marketing & Communications team, you will join a dedicated group to supply our Development and Fundraising teams with inspirational and effective marketing materials in a variety of formats for both print and digital channels. As a writer, you will create compelling fundraising and reporting content about on-the-ground efforts and the impact of good work being accomplished through inspirational Church leaders and ministry partners in over 30 countries. You may also have opportunities to travel to developing countries and interview partners and beneficiaries to gather stories about our life-changing work and then share those stories with our donor and prospect audiences through compelling copy and fundraising initiatives. Our team collaborates and works cross-functionally with various internal partner departments throughout the organization. Our team also cares deeply and creates content with lasting impact. If you are a committed Christian excited by the prospect of working in a faith-infused environment, participating in daily staff devotions and promoting Christ-centered relief and development projects, send us your resume today! Duties and Responsibilities Develop, write and proofread insightful, targeted, faith-minded and effective marketing and storytelling content on a regular basis in a variety of formats; print and digital. (Minimum of three directed assignments per week, with drafts due on Fridays.) Research, write and produce directed and strategic marketing content, achieving the highest level of quality and ensuring consistency within brand identity, messaging and style guide. Provide clear communication of the strategic/thematic goal behind the creation of written content to team members and internal stakeholders. Carefully select photos and other pertinent material to enhance writing and work with graphic designers to create effective marketing material. Conduct interviews to gather human-interest stories of ministry partners and beneficiaries and write up harvested stories and trip notes as Library references. (Includes maintaining integrity, respect and care for interview subjects.) Develop deep knowledge of programs and places we work via ongoing participation in program and team meetings, field visits and active information seeking. Remain informed and aware of communication, fundraising and marketing trends. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Required/Preferred) Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of the ministry. Knowledge/familiarity with the teachings and values of the Catholic Church. Ability to incorporate strong and motivational Catholic, biblical and spiritual themes and ideas into writing across various platforms (print, digital, social media, etc.). Understanding of how to create content that draws and motivates an audience to a specific call-to-action. Skill in gathering and synthesizing information from various sources. Ability to take on multiple tasks and meet all deadlines for assignments as required. (Must be able to handle strict deadlines.) Confidence to defend/debate ideas without ego interference and the ability to be flexible (diplomatic attitude) when handling edits. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong grammar proficiency. Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite, SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat Reader. Excellent time management skills and ability to work with minimum supervision. Ability to consistently produce quality content that meets ministry standards; strong capability to receive and effectively apply stakeholder edits; able to interpret and apply constructive feedback to enhance materials. Possess a positive, service-oriented attitude and be a good collaborator. Working knowledge of SEO strategy/practices a plus, as well as digital writing tactics. Bilingual intermediate Spanish, Haitian Creole or French preferred. Experience Requirements At least 3 years of experience in professional or marketing agency-based writing Experience writing promotional or marketing copy Experience writing for a digital/web audience Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Writing/Editing Industries: Religious Institutions #J-18808-Ljbffr

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