Communications Manager

The Foundation For Delaware County; Media (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Maternity and Parental Leave

Retirement Plan (403(b) with 4% match)

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employer-paid life insurance (1 year)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Paid Time Off

Holidays (Juneteenth, Election Day)

Floating holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development support

Voluntary benefits (accident, critical

Insurance coverage

Job summary

The Foundation for Delaware County is seeking a Communications Manager to support and execute communications, marketing, and storytelling across the organization, strengthening the Foundation's visibility and brand. Working closely with the Vice President of Communications, the role designs marketing materials, manages digital and social media content, assists with email campaigns, and updates the website.

This is ideal for an early-career communications professional who enjoys creating,

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in communications, marketing, PR, or related field.
• Proven digital marketing and social media experience, incl. paid campaigns.
• Basic photography/video and photo editing skills.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Design experience with Canva or Adobe Suite.

Responsibilities

• Create and schedule social media content; monitor performance and analytics.
• Manage e-newsletters; coordinate content, photos, and layout (Mailchimp).
• Assist with website updates and email campaigns.
• Support video strategy by filming and editing short-form content.
• Maintain the content library for presentations, reports, and digital materials.

Skills

Digital marketing

Social media marketing

Photography

Video editing

Microsoft Office

Writing & editing

Design tools

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position: Communications Manager

Department: Communications

Supervisor: Vice President of Communications

• Health Insurance: Choice of two Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice PPO plans paired with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Program (MERP) through Nonstop Health. work, and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Maternity and Parental Leave: Paid leave for birth and non-birth parents.
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with employer matching up to 4%, with immediate vesting.
• Income Protection: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and employer-paid life insurance equal to one year’s salary.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO with rollover options, 10 paid holidays (including Juneteenth and Election Day), and 2 floating holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling and support services.
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and certification support based on
• Voluntary Benefits: Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and whole life insurance coverage.

Summary and Background

The Foundation for Delaware County is seeking a Communications Manager to support

and execute communications, marketing, and storytelling efforts across the

organization. This role plays a key part in strengthening the Foundation's visibility and

brand through content creation, design, and digital engagement.

Working closely with the Vice President of Communications, this position will help

design marketing materials, manage digital and social media content, assist with email

campaigns, and help make website updates. The role also plays a key part in promoting

Delco Gives and the Foundation's Family Village programs.

This is an ideal position for an early-career communications professional who is excited

to learn, take initiative, and grow as a communications professional. The position is

designed for a doer—someone who enjoys creating, executing, and building their skills.

Key Responsibilities

Content & Digital Communications

• Create and schedule social media content; monitor performance and analytics
• Manage e-newsletters, including content coordination, photo selections, and layout (Mailchimp)
• Assist with website updates
• Support video strategy by filming and editing short-form video content
• Manage the Foundation’s content library, including cataloging photography, video, and story assets for use in presentations, reports, and digital communications

Design & Creative

• Design marketing and promotional materials (social media, invitations, impact
• Edit photos and videos

Campaign Support

• Help manage and implement a content calendar with support from the Vice President of Communications
• Support communications for Delco Gives and Family Village initiatives
• Research marketing and design best practices for campaigns and initiatives

Events & Special Projects

• Support events through photography, video, materials, and logistics
• Assist with the production of the annual report and other key materials, including photo shoots and cataloging photos for the report

Who You Are

• A proactive, self-starter who enjoys both creative work and execution
• Eager to learn, take feedback, and grow in a collaborative environment
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field (nonprofit or business sector)
• Proven track record working in digital marketing and social media communications, including demonstrated experience in paid social campaigns
• Basic photography/video and photo editing skills
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency is required
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong writing and
• Must have design experience either through Canva and/or Adobe Suite

Additional Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Work Schedule: Must be able to attend a few events/months outside of regular office hours, which include occasional evenings and/or weekends
• Travel: Reliable transportation is required for travel throughout Delaware County and the surrounding region; mileage is reimbursed at the IRS-approved rate

Mandates

As an organization with a public health focus, we must continue to protect the safety of

our clients, our community, and ourselves by doing all we can to reduce the impact of

About The Foundation for Delaware County

The Foundation for Delaware County is the largest grantmaking philanthropy in

Delaware County, PA. One of 900 community foundations across the U.S., the

Foundation offers support and resources for nonprofits of every size, helps generous

people give with more impact, brings together funders, nonprofits, and elected officials

to address critical community problems, and responds to major challenges and crises

as they arise.

In addition to grant funding, the Foundation operates the Center for Nonprofit

Excellence to strengthen Delaware County's nonprofit community through training,

workshops, and peer learning opportunities. The Foundation encourages philanthropy

by connecting donors to worthy causes through efficient charitable giving vehicles like

donor-advised and scholarship funds. The Foundation hosts the only online giving day

in the region, Delco Gives. In 2026, more than $2.8 million was raised for 323 local

nonprofits during Delco Gives. To learn more, visit the Foundation at

www.delcofoundation.org and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X at

@DelcoFdn.

The Foundation also runs Family Village, public health programs for new and expecting

parents. Learn more about Family Village at delcofamilyvillage.org.

The Foundation is currently working in a hybrid work environment. During the first 90

days of employment, this person will be required to work in the office every day. When

in the offices, this individual will work in a typical office environment. On a standard

workday, most of the time is spent sitting at a desk, using the computer, and speaking

on the phone. However, at times, the Communications Manager will be required to

attend events or related outside meetings/events on behalf of the Foundation. These

meetings/events may take place outside of regular business hours and outside of the

main office in Media.

The Foundation for Delaware County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a

high-performance and continuous improvement culture that values learning and a

commitment to quality. We use a supportive and collaborative approach in our internal

operations and throughout our work in Delaware County.