Volunteer Email Marketing Specialist

About The Role

We're looking for a detail-oriented volunteer to help grow and manage our email marketing efforts. You'll design newsletters, build automated campaigns, and help us stay connected with our donors, volunteers, and community — all while gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit digital communications. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their portfolio, sharpen their email marketing skills, or give back using their existing marketing experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and write monthly newsletters and campaign emails
• Design email templates using tools like Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar
• Build and manage email lists, segments, and automation workflows
• Draft subject lines and content aimed at strong open and click-through rates
• A/B test subject lines, layouts, and calls to action
• Track key metrics (open rate, CTR, unsubscribes) and report on performance
• Ensure emails follow best practices for deliverability and accessibility
• Collaborate with our team on campaigns, fundraising appeals, and event promotion

Who You Are

• Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact, HubSpot, etc.)
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Familiarity with basic email marketing metrics and best practices
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable meeting deadlines
• Passionate about [cause area] and nonprofit work
• Prior nonprofit or marketing experience is a plus, but not required

What You'll Gain

• Real-world experience in nonprofit email marketing and CRM tools
• Portfolio-ready campaigns and copy samples
• Flexible, remote schedule
• A letter of recommendation or reference upon request
• The chance to make a direct impact on our mission