Communications Specialist

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
The Community Foundation of Abilene empowers people to make a lasting charitable impact on our community. We connect donors to causes they care about, manage strategic investments to preserve our endowments, make grants that align with donor intent, respond to community needs, and provide philanthropic leadership to enhance Abilene’s future, today.

Since 1985, we have supported individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits with their charitable giving. Our impact has reached $250M in assets, $210M in cumulative grantmaking, and 600+ charitable funds managed. Our vision is a thriving Abilene, endowed forever.

JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Communications Specialist to join the Foundation’s Marketing and Communications Department. This role is ideal for someone who is naturally curious about people, ideas, and impact, and who enjoys exploring how stories, data, and community needs come together to shape effective communication.
This individual will play a pivotal role in supporting the Marketing and Communications Department by creating compelling content, managing social media channels, and assisting with social and educational events, marketing campaigns, and other communications efforts.

This role will interact with staff across the organization and will work closely with the Marketing and Communications Director. This individual will contribute creative thinking, refine messaging, and support the execution of initiatives that serve donors, nonprofit partners, and the broader community.

This position requires someone who thrives on bringing ideas to life, supporting others’ success, and ensuring that projects move forward with clarity, purpose, and follow-through. The ideal candidate is a quick learner who balances thoughtful questioning with practical action, adapts to evolving needs, and consistently delivers high-quality work that strengthens relationships and impact.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
This role requires a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to contribute to the success of the Foundation’s marketing and communications initiatives. Responsibilities include:
 
Content creation & management

• Assist with the development and execution of marketing and communication strategies
• Draft internal communications (newsletters, blogs, or reports) that align with the organization’s voice and goals, adapting content for various platforms and marketing purposes
• Draft external communications, marketing materials, including invitations, and promotional copy
• Develop materials that can be customized and combined to create individual donor proposals
• Implement and manage social media strategies across platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram), engaging with followers and monitoring channel activity
• Oversee the accuracy of published materials on the Foundation’s website, replacing any out-of-date assets or content 

• Track and report on key metrics related to communications and marketing efforts, such as website traffic, social media engagement, email performance, and media coverage
• Identify patterns and opportunities to improve future outreach
• Assist with database updates, invite lists, and event registration platforms 

• Assist with planning and execution of in-person and virtual events
• Coordinate event logistics, including venues, catering, registration, and print and digital materials
• Support event promotion through marketing campaigns and outreach efforts
• Manage event timelines, vendor communication, and on-site support to ensure teams and partners have what they need to succeed
• Assist with post-event follow-up, collecting feedback, organizing evaluations, and reporting

• Maintain marketing, education, and event calendars
• Maintain a proficient understanding of Foundation software
• Maintain brand consistency across all communications
• Assist in establishing style guides to maintain the Foundation’s brand image and voice
• Work with Foundation staff to ensure commitment and consistency of the Foundation’s branding

• Bachelor’s degree required; specific degree in professional writing, communications, marketing, advertising, or graphic design preferred.
• Two to five years of successful experience in marketing and communications
• Please provide portfolio samples, including writing (news articles, blog posts, social media posts), familiarity/use of videography (short- or long-form), familiarity/use of website content management systems
• Excellent communicator: verbal and written
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks, ensuring quality while meeting deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar design tools is a plus
• Professionalism in working with donors, community leaders, nonprofit representatives, board members, and staff.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Flexible, curious, and collaborative team player who enjoys learning, improving processes, and helping others succeed.
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and the mission of the Foundation.