Communications Coordinator

Description General Purpose

The Communications Coordinator plays a central role in how our organization communicates—externally with donors, partners, and the community, and internally with our Team Members.

The primary focus of this position is managing email communications, coordinating internal messaging, and supporting media outreach. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with exceptional attention to detail who enjoys turning information into clear, effective messages in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

This position reports to the Director of Marketing & Communications or their delegate and works closely with Development, Programs, and Leadership.

• Manage all outbound email communications for donor outreach, events, and seasonal campaigns
• Coordinate all internal communications to ensure Team Members receive timely, clear, and consistent information
• Prepare press releases and key messages throughout the year
• Coordinate basic media outreach and support relationships with local outlets
• Maintain a high standard of accuracy, tone, and brand alignment across all communications

• Provide promotional resources to Clubs and communities (brochures, donor materials, social media assets, flyers, banners, signage, etc.)
• Support storytelling by collecting testimonials, photos, and program highlights
• Maintain proper contact lists for email communications
• Maintain and update the organization’s website copy
• Create basic graphics using Canva and other design tools
• Track communication and marketing metrics (email performance, social engagement, etc.) and assist with reporting
• Support internal tools such as SharePoint sites and contact directories
• Assist with the development and implementation of brand standards

• Two years of experience in public relations, communications and/or marketing
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong writing skills
• Experience with Constant Contact or a similar email marketing platform
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Comfortable managing multiple deadlines and priorities
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Share Point
• Canva Experience Preferred
• Background in journalism, public relations, or communications strongly preferred
• Experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is a plus

• Applicants must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions and support events or program activities
• Requires the ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, squat, push/pull, and grasp for up to 4–8 hours per day
• The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate