Communications Director

The Episcopalian Diocese of Central Florida seeks an energetic, detail oriented person who has a passion for excellence to oversee all aspects of communication for the Diocese in a Communications Director capacity. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Diocesan Communications:

• Support the pastoral ministry of the Bishop and the Diocese with creative use of communications and information technology including but not limited to: print, web and social media.
• Develop an overall communications strategy for the Diocese with input from key stakeholders.
• Include increased focus on the use of technology to enlarge the volume of communication delivered as well as expanding the audience addressed.

• Provide guidance and support for the communications efforts of parishes, schools, and other diocesan agencies.
• Coordinate Communication Advisory Board, which shall be responsible for providing multifaceted communication perspectives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant online media experience.
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, public speaking, and presentations.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well organized; must be a team player.
• Be able to travel and be available for evening and weekend work as necessary.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• A vital and active prayer life             

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree in communications, public relations, mass media, marketing, journalism, or related field.
• Three years experience in a communications related field.

Special Skills Required:

• Comfortable with various forms of electronic communication (e.g. social media, web, etc.).
• Familiar with audio or visual alternatives.

HELPFUL SKILLS:

• Familiarity with the Episcopal Church and culture
• Fluency in Spanish a plus

BENEFITS:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Health insurance, life insurance and dental insurance provided
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off

ABOUT US:

The office of the Diocese of Central Florida supports the parishes and missions of the Diocese. The Diocese of Central Florida has 31,000 baptized members at 88 parishes and missions in 15 counties. Bishop Gregory Brewer has led the Diocese since his consecration on March 26, 2012. Read more about the Diocese at www.cfdiocese.org.

Bishop Brewer’s vision for the Diocese calls for:

1. Commitment to strengthening relationships with one another in the Diocese.

2. Commitment to raise up new leaders for the clergy and laity.

3. Commitment to look at neighbors and neighborhoods and face the missionary challenge that is in front of us.

4. Commitment to take our place within the councils of the Episcopal Church as far as possible.

5. Commitment to revitalize child and youth ministry.