Communications Associate

at  Seamens Church Institute

Organization Overview:The Seamen’s Church Institute (SCI) is North America’s largest and most comprehensive organization dedicated to the welfare of mariners and seafarers. Its mission areas span legal advocacy, policy development, chaplaincy services, and crisis support. Additionally, SCI manages the Center for Maritime Education, offering simulator-based and online training, as well as maritime feasibility studies. SCI maintains offices in New York, NY; Newark, NJ; Paducah, KY; Houston, TX; and New Orleans, LA. To gain a deeper understanding of SCI’s work, we recommend visiting our website at seamenschurch.org.
Position Summary:The Communications Associate will work closely with the Communications Director to enhance SCI’s visibility and engagement through various communication channels. This role will suit a tactical communications generalist as the role includes creating, designing, and managing content for online and print platforms, developing marketing materials, overseeing social media activity, and supporting additional communication initiatives.
This position is ideally hybrid but based in the New York City metropolitan area (where SCI’s administrative offices are located). Applicants residing in Newark, Houston, or Paducah—where SCI has additional offices—are welcome to apply but must be able to commute to these locations as needed. Exceptionally qualified remote candidates will also be considered, though occasional travel may be required throughout the year. While the role primarily adheres to standard work hours, occasional commitments outside these hours may be required.
Applicants should possess an understanding of the challenges of working in a small nonprofit organization and demonstrate a genuine commitment to advancing SCI’s mission of supporting domestic mariners and international seafarers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, other Humanities, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in communications, marketing, or a similar role (internships and part-time roles are applicable).
• Proficient in writing, editing, and proofreading.
• Familiarity with content creation tools, programs, and online/social media platforms. Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite or other graphic design applications is a plus
• Basic experience with media tools for capturing photos, videos, and audio, including mobile devices.
• Foundational knowledge of content management systems (CMS) and email marketing software.
• Strong organizational, reporting, and time-management abilities.
• Capability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively.

• Create and edit engaging content, including video, audio, and photography, using relevant tools and software.
• Develop marketing materials and collateral to support SCI’s initiatives.
• Manage social media accounts, including posting and monitoring engagement.
• Assist with other communication projects to promote SCI’s mission and goals.