Communications Coordinator

Position: Communications Coordinator

Reports To: Vice President, Strategic Communications

Soles4

Souls Mission: Soles4

Souls turns shoes and clothing into educational and economic opportunities.

Our CORE values: T ransparency, E ntrepreneurial, A ccountable, M eaningful – represent who we are!

Summary: The Communications Coordinator supports the execution of Soles4

Souls' external and internal communications efforts through strong writing, press support, and event coordination. This role is an integral part of the communications team, helping bring the organization's mission and stories to life across media materials, organizational content, and events. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, mission-driven communicator who is eager to develop their skills in a dynamic nonprofit environment. This is a Work from Anywhere position.

• Draft, edit, and proofread a wide range of communications materials including press releases, media pitches, newsletters, talking points, and organizational announcements.
• Maintain and update press lists, media contact databases, and coverage tracking logs.
• Support media relations efforts by assisting with pitch distribution, monitoring for coverage, and compiling media reports.
• Assist in the development and distribution of press materials for organizational initiatives, campaigns, and partner announcements.
• Coordinate logistics for communications-related events including press events, speaking engagements, and organizational activations.
• Provide on-site or virtual support for events, serving as a point of contact for media and external guests as needed.
• Assist in preparing executive communications materials such as bios, briefing documents, and presentation content.
• Help maintain consistency of brand voice and messaging across communications outputs.
• Conduct research to support media pitching, story development, and competitive landscape monitoring.
• Manage internal communications calendars and help track project timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, program, and business development teams on communications needs.

• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Organized and process-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proactive and resourceful, with a willingness to take initiative.
• Collaborative team player who communicates clearly and professionally.
• Eager to learn and grow within a mission-driven organization.
• Values transparency, accountability, and meaningful impact.

• 2–4 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• Strong writing portfolio demonstrating experience with press materials, editorial content, or organizational communications.
• Experience supporting events, media relations efforts, or executive communications preferred.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and contact databases (e.g., Cision, Muck Rack) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with project management tools preferred.
• Passion for social impact, product philanthropy, and purpose-driven work.
• Valid driver's license.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the listed below.

S4S is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color and other diverse backgrounds. Competitive salary. Benefits include medical insurance with 80% employer coverage, HRA account, 100% dental insurance & vision coverage, long-term disability, life, 401K with up to 6% employer match, professional development benefits, open FTO and paid parental leave.