At Mississippi Blood Services, we know for a fact that we make a difference in people's lives every day. We've been working to serve the needs of patients in Mississippi hospitals since 1979. We are committed to providing excellent benefits, a great working environment and just being an all-around great place to work. We're looking for an individual with flexible skills to coordinate the implementation of Donor Resources marketing and communications program for all blood drives, which has a substantial impact on the overall performance of the department, support pre-drive activities in a way that ensures the most efficient use of available resources i.e. direct mail, incentive items, etc., exercise innovative and creative concepts of marketing materials to enhance the MBS brand, and work with Marketing Director in the overall organization of the department. Below are more details of what's needed t o help us meet our mission:
Duties:
• Creates and ensures timely completion of marketing material requests (posters, flyers, etc.) daily.
• Assists with creating innovative graphic materials for posters, billboard/print ads, video development, social images etc. as required.
• Assists with tracking and interaction on social platforms, as required.
• Teams with the Donor Resources Supervisor for efficient and effective completion of projects.
• Assists with coordinating public relations activities to include: special mailings, shipping/delivering information, special events coordination, campaign development and implementation, donor and employee recognition, and other special projects.
• Serve as MBS spokesperson in the absence of Supervisor.
Qualifications:
• Associates degree and/or 2-3 years related experience and/or training. Previous experience in a fast paced Marketing environment preferred.
• Experience in the following is a plus: Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with recruiters, associates and outside customers.
• Ability to work with and through others in a friendly, cooperative, unselfish manner in building
• Work at a faster than-average pace while handling detail work accurately.
• Ability to develop expertise in area of operations.
• Cooperative and team oriented and can lead by example in assigned role.
• Proficiency in computer usage and common office software applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when required.
• Works collaboratively with others toward shared goals.
• Treats others with courtesy, honesty and respect.
• Maintains a positive, can-do attitude.
• Using effective verbal and written communication.
• Dependably works required hours and completes required assignments.
• Takes personal responsibility for ensuring work gets done with minimal direction.
• Represents our organization positively in the workplace and the community.
• Ability to identify useable marketing data via efficient use of resources.
• Detail oriented and stable work history.
It's a great time to join us in our life saving mission - you'll be glad you did!
Mississippi Blood Services is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity.
EOE/AAP/M/F/Disabled/Vet
Drug Free Workplace
Pre-employment drug testing required
Note: Our application process is designed to be completed through this online process. However, if a reasonable accommodation is needed to enable you to apply for one of our positions, please contact us at 601-368-2674 and we will gladly work with you.