Marketing & Events Coordinator

Girls For Technology; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Girls For Technology is seeking a marketing and communications professional to enhance visibility and engagement through innovative strategies and event planning. The ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity, strategic planning, and strong communication skills. This flexible and hybrid role offers opportunities for professional growth within a mission-driven nonprofit.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Meaningful work impacting communities

Opportunities for professional growth

Potential to grow into a full-time role

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in marketing, events, or communications.
• Excellent writing and content creation skills.
• Located in Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing strategies to increase visibility.
• Plan and execute high-impact events including graduations and fundraisers.
• Manage social media presence and coordinate with content creators.

Skills

Creativity

Strategic planning

Detail-oriented

Communication

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Canva

Mailchimp

Google Workspace

Job description

Girls For Technology is an equity-centered nonprofit organization working to dismantle systemic barriers to economic advancement by increasing access to technology, entrepreneurship, and workforce development opportunities. Our programs support historically resilient communities, particularly those impacted by long-standing disparities in education and economic opportunity.

We believe in the power of inclusive innovation and intentional representation. We partner with schools, corporations, and communities to build a more just and future-ready workforce. As we grow, we’re looking for mission-driven talent to help expand our reach and impact.

What You’ll Do

Marketing & Communications (70%)

Develop and execute marketing strategies to increase GFT’s visibility and reach.

Create branded content across social media, email campaigns, and the website.

Design and distribute newsletters, donor communications, and program updates.

Manage and grow GFT’s social media presence (Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok).

Track performance metrics and analytics.

Coordinate with content creators and vendors as needed.

Event Planning & Management (30%)

Plan and execute high-impact events including graduations, mixers, fundraisers, and our signature Social Circuit.

Manage event logistics: vendor outreach, RSVPs, marketing, and day-of coordination.

Collaborate with internal teams, volunteers, and sponsors.

Produce post-event reports to capture impact and outcomes.

Who You Are

• A self-starter with a “get-it-done” mindset.
• Creative, strategic, and detail-oriented.
• A strong communicator and storyteller.
• Skilled in Canva, Mailchimp, Later, and Google Workspace, Meta/Instagram Business.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required, equivalent experience, demonstrated skills, and passion for community-based marketing are highly valued. We’re a forward-thinking, tech-savvy nonprofit that embraces innovation and nontraditional talent—we welcome applicants who’ve learned by doing, built online communities, or mastered digital tools outside of a classroom.

• 2–3 years of experience in marketing, events, or communications.
• Excellent writing and content creation skills.
• Located in Connecticut and able to attend in-person events as needed.
• Experience working in or with nonprofits is a plus.

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work environment
• Meaningful work that directly impacts disinvested communities
• Opportunities for professional growth as the organization scales
• Potential to grow into a full-time role
• Professional development opportunities