Communications Coordinator

Rising Ground; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Education support

Job summary

Rising Ground is seeking a Communications Coordinator to lead a wide range of communications efforts, including copy creation, social media management, and content maintenance across channels.

The role supports email, digital platforms, and fundraising initiatives while upholding brand standards. Remote work is allowed up to two days per week, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional evening events.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Draft written communications to contributors, including donors, supporters, and friends, such as newsletters, press releases, media advisories, and leadership messaging.
• Manage the agency content calendar and coordinate content submissions across departments.
• Create, schedule, and publish social media content; monitor channels for engagement.
• Maintain website content and coordinate updates with vendors or internal stakeholders.
• Support content creation for email, digital platforms, and fundraising communications; create graphics with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Assist promotional efforts for events, campaigns, and special initiatives; maintain brand standards and content libraries.
• Coordinate cross-functional communications projects, track deadlines, and liaise with vendors and freelancers.
• Other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Copywriting

Social media management

Email marketing

CMS familiarity

Graphic design

Project management

Media relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field

Tools

WordPress

Mailchimp

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Hootsuite / Buffer / Sprout Social

Job description

Overview

The communications Coordinator is responsible for setting the direction of a wide range of communications efforts, researching and creating copy and collateral materials essential to the success and growth of the organization. The position reports to the administrative headquarters and is remote for up to two days a week. Rising Ground provides health and retirement benefits as well as education support.

Overview

The communications Coordinator is responsible for setting the direction of a wide range of communications efforts, researching and creating copy and collateral materials essential to the success and growth of the organization. The position reports to the administrative headquarters and is remote for up to two days a week. Rising Ground provides health and retirement benefits as well as education support.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No

Work Environment

• Corporate

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full- time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday at assigned location. Work hours options are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm or 9:00am-5:00pm while occasionally having to film or attend events in the evening.

Benefits & Compensation

• 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 (If applicable)