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Philanthropy & Communication Coordinator
The Philanthropy & Communications department is responsible for telling MAAC’s story and sharing the impact that our programs have in the community. This position will support the planning and implementation of communications, marketing, engagement, and philanthropy strategies to expand and enhance awareness of MAAC’s programs, services, impact, and brand. Include a summary of the position and department/program here. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Philanthropy this role supports the Sr. Manager of Marketing and Communications, the Community Engagement Manager, and the Philanthropy Manager through coordination of communication, project management, and data management.
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.
- Organizes and coordinates MAAC’s internal communications, including MAAC’s intranet, managing the editorial calendar, and tracking key performance indicators.
- Coordinates the planning and execution of MAAC’s internal and external events.
- Leads the data management for the marketing, communications, and philanthropy department in partnership with the Learning and Evaluation Department.
- Assists with the coordination of MAAC Volunteer programs.
- Represents MAAC at community engagement events, attends meetings, and events to represent MAAC as needed.
- Recruits and Supervises interns to support the marketing, communication, and philanthropy department.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is a:
- Relevant Education or Equivalent Experience: A bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related field is preferred, but equivalent experience will also be considered.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and managing social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter), basic knowledge of photo or video editing software.
- Exceptional Written and Verbal Communication Skills: We are seeking candidates who can articulate ideas clearly, craft compelling messages, and engage effectively with diverse audiences.
- Experience with creating press releases, correspondence, blogs, white papers, statements, website copy, ad campaigns, video text and other documents.
- Establish and actively engage in effective working relationships with MAAC management, staff, community and business leaders, local elected officials, representatives of community, professional and business organizations and funding agencies, donors, volunteers, the media, the public and others encountered in the course of work.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities amongst colleagues and outside agencies.
- Bilingual in written and spoken Spanish is required.
