Communications Coordinator

Rising Ground

Communications Coordinator managing various communication efforts for Rising Ground. Drafting content for donors, supporters, and social media engagement while ensuring effective brand communication.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $76,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Draft written communications to various contributors including agency donors, supporters, and friends, such as newsletters, press releases, media advisories, and organizational communications including executive and leadership messaging.
Manage the agency content calendar and coordinate content submissions across departments.
Create, schedule, and publish social media content; monitor channels including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram for community engagement and responses.
Maintain website content and coordinate updates with vendors or internal stakeholders.
Support content creation for email, digital platforms, and fundraising communications initiatives.
Create or coordinate graphics and visual assets using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
Assist with promotional efforts for agency events, campaigns, and special initiatives.
Maintain brand standards, media lists, and organizational content libraries across all communications; maintain a catalog of all communications projects within the organization.
Coordinate cross-functional communications projects, tracking deadlines, approvals, and deliverables; liaise with external vendors, freelancers, and platform providers as needed.
Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field — or equivalent experience.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Proficiency with social media platforms and scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer, or Sprout Social).
Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or Constant Contact.
Familiarity with a CMS (preferably WordPress) and basic web content management.
Basic graphic design skills using Canva, Adobe Express, or Adobe Creative Suite.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Experience with media relations, press outreach, or crisis communications support.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary structure
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
PTO policy (11 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Paid Vacation & Paid Personal Days)
Remote / flexible work options

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Hard Skills & Tools

Content CreationProject ManagementMedia RelationsCrisis Communications SupportWeb Content Management

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailVerbal Communication SkillsAbility To Manage Multiple Projects