Communications and Engagement Coordinator

About the role

The Communications and Engagement Coordinator advances CPCD’s mission by ensuring consistent, transparent, and inclusive communication across internal and external audiences. This position focuses on organizational messaging, informational content creation, media coordination, and digital information management. The Communications and Engagement Coordinator implements activities approved by CPCD’s Marketing Committee.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage content for various platforms, including websites, social media, and press releases.
• Coordinate media relations and public speaking engagements.
• Develop and implement communication strategies to enhance stakeholder engagement.
• Manage the organization's digital presence, including website updates and social media campaigns.
• Support the Marketing Committee in approving and executing communication plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, or related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in communications, writing, or media coordination.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to tone, inclusivity, and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.
• Understanding of confidentiality and communication ethics within a nonprofit or educational organization.
• Commitment to CPCD’s mission and organizational values.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of professional experience in communications, writing, or media coordination.
• Experience in nonprofit, educational, or government communications.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, plain-language writing, and inclusive communication practices.
• Familiarity with website content management systems (CMS) or digital communication tools.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CMS platforms.

Benefits

• Paid vacation time, paid sick time, and paid holidays/Breaks.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, Aflac supplemental insurance, and voluntary life insurance.
• Basic Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
• Automatic enrollment in the 401(k) program with traditional and Roth options.
• Tuition assistance for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees and other related degrees.

Pay

$2,468.66/ bi-weekly

Schedule

Full-time