EEDC Current Openings

Emancipation Economic Development Council

Program Assistant Job Description

About EEDC: The EEDC is dedicated to the equitable revitalization of the Third Ward with an emphasis on protecting its long-time residents and preserving its culturally rich African American history. We are a collaborative of organized, informed, and engaged faith-based organizations, nonprofits, community development corporations, businesses, local government entities, and other stakeholders from the community. Its vision is a resilient, prosperous, and vibrant cultural beacon where African-Americans live, work and thrive. 

General Job Description: The Program Assistant will assist and support the Director in carrying out the administration of the organizations programs and services, providing marketing and communications support, administrative support, and coordinating with local business owners, stakeholders and partners. This is an entry-level, part-time position with an expected 20 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have a 2 or 4 year college degree, some business management skills and experience delivering excellent customer service. We need a strong team player with good people skills. 

Position Type: Part-time, 20 hours per week, some weekend and evenings.  Wage range: $18 to $22 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. 

Department: Administration 

Reports to: Executive Director 

Works with: Committee members, key administrative staff, program, and contract staff along with volunteers, residents, and partners. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Program Support – Assist the Director in communicating with potential program

applicants for Economic Development programs, working with applicants to ensure completed program applications, project research, and related program activities.

2. Communications Support – Help the Director monitor, prepare and disseminate written,

spoken and visual communications and marketing across multiple media.

3. Administrative Support – Schedule meetings, organize logistics, maintain the

calendar, and provide related support to the Director.

4. Information Management – Assist in the capture and organization of data and tasks to

ensure effective management of the organization’s workload.

Specific Duties

PROGRAM SUPPORT

• Compile and disseminate program materials, compliance reports and documents

• Works with the program participants to complete program applications and

documentation

• Represent the EEDC positively in public by acting as a professional ambassador

• Support the mission and goals through a collaborative and welcoming attitude

• Conduct program research and review information, as assigned

• Record notes at community and committee meetings, attend and take notes at other meetings, as assigned

• Collect data and prepare reports on a weekly and monthly basis

COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT

• Assist in responding to email, phone, and in person requests and correspondence

• Organize, schedule, and prepare support initiatives for business owners

• Assist in drafting, editing, and disseminating written communications

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

•  Interface with internal and external providers and vendors. 

• Arrange calendar, reservations, technology, and logistics for meetings and events

• Assist in the preparation of program, organization, grant and other reports

• Collect and organize staff program reports and manage the organizations calendar

• Provide other administrative and office management support, as needed

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

• Help capture, process, and organize data and program information 

• Help maintain program application records, grant reporting data, project materials and program files

• Help maintain the Director’s business and program contact log

• Additional responsibilities and duties Assigned to All Employees

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Experience

● 2+ years prior experience in administrative support and data collection. 

● Excellent attention to detail and logistics management

● Highly capable administrative skills

● Experience working with local small business owners and nonprofits

● Highly organized, pays close attention to detail and follow-through while managing multiple tasks. 

● Experience using Airtable, Zoom, Jot Form, Word, etc. 

● Must possess exceptional writing skills, note taking and reporting. 

● Must posses strong time management skills 

● Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team

● Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

● Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve organizational efforts

● Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Working Environment 

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a normal office environment. 

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk to hear. 

· The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds.

TRAVEL

· This position requires travel to sites, meetings, training, community events, and community businesses.  

TO APPLY

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled. We may close the application at any point, so we encourage anyone interested to apply as soon as possible. 

Please send a cover letter and resume to  hr@emancipationhouston.org  

Emancipation Economic Development Council

Communications Officer Job Description

About EEDC: The EEDC is dedicated to the equitable revitalization of the Third Ward with an emphasis on protecting its long-time residents and preserving its culturally rich African American history. We are a collaborative of organized, informed, and engaged faith-based organizations, nonprofits, community development corporations, businesses, local government entities, and other stakeholders from the community. Its vision is a resilient, prosperous, and vibrant cultural beacon where African-Americans live, work and thrive.  

General Job Description:  The Communications Officer will create and implement strategies to effectively communicate the work of the EEDC. The officer will be responsible for engaging across all programs and play a vital role in creating compelling content while managing all marketing channels. This role will work collaboratively with staff to ensure that all communications and marketing material aligns with the EEDC brand standards

Position Type: Part-time, 15 hours per week, some weekend and evenings. Wage range: $18 to $22 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.  

Department: Administration 

Reports to: Executive Director 

Works with: Committee members, key administrative staff, program, and contract staff along with volunteers, residents, and partners. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Vision and Oversight  

· Develop, write, and edit marketing and communications materials, including press releases, blog posts and social media content

· Promote communications and marketing materials through appropriate social channels

· Track analytics and create reports detailing successes and failures of communications campaigns

· Ensure that all communications and marketing material aligns with brand standards

· Maintain digital media archives including photos and videos

· Work with staff, volunteers and committee members to conceptualize and implement communications strategies and campaigns

· Respond to media inquiries and perform media outreach to achieve brand placement in publications

· Coordinate, oversee, and review the creation of promotional materials (press releases, newspaper inserts, flyers, etc.) with appropriate committees. Maintains good relationships with media.

· Develop escalation protocols for managing communication crises, should they arise

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Experience

● 2+ years prior experience in a communications or marketing role

● Understand the best practices of main social media channels including Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc

● Must possess exceptional writing skills and be able to compose engaging and accurate content

● Must posses strong time management skills 

● Strong communicator who works well independently and with a team

● Superior time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously

● Knowledge of Canva, Adobe PhotoShop, InDesign, and Illustrator

● Understanding of communications, public relations, and marketing best practices

● Ability to think strategically and identify ways to improve communication efforts

● Must be resourceful and take initiative even when given minimal direction

● Previous experience creating compelling content for social media channels and email marketing (Mailchimp, Facebook, Instagram, etc.)

KEY COMPETENCIES 

● Experience in a non-profit settings strongly preferred

● Graphic design experience

● Photography and videography experience

● Event production experience is a plus. 

● Scheduling and attention to detail is a must

● Ability to capture the voice of the organization consistently across all communication platforms.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Working Environment 

● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a normal office environment. 

Physical Demands 

● The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

● Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk to hear. 

● The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. 

● The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds.

TRAVEL

● This position requires travel to sites, meetings, training, community events, and community businesses.  

TO APPLY

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until position is filled. We may close the application at any point, so we encourage anyone interested to apply as soon as possible. 

Please send a cover letter and resume to  hr@emancipationhouston.org  Position is Part -Time, 10 to 15 hours per week