Storytelling & Outreach Coordinator for Community Impact

CommunityGiving; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Willmar Area Community Foundation (WACF) seeks a Communications & Outreach Coordinator to share its impact, strengthen community relationships, and grow philanthropic awareness in the region.

Under the Executive Director and in collaboration with the CommunityGiving Marketing Team, you will manage storytelling, digital content, events, and donor communications, ensuring consistent brand, timely updates, and measurable outreach outcomes for WACF and its initiatives.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree preferred.
• 2–4 years in communications, marketing, administration, or related nonprofit field.
• Nonprofit experience a plus.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities.

Responsibilities

• Creates and schedules social media content highlighting impact, donor stories, partnerships, and initiatives.
• Supports implementation of communication and outreach strategies with the Executive Director and CG Marketing Team.
• Drafts and edits content for websites, newsletters, press releases, Legacy Stories, and multimedia storytelling.
• Identifies and captures stories that demonstrate philanthropy's impact across communities.
• Develops promotional materials and educational content to raise awareness of the Foundation's mission.
• Supports newsletter preparation, including content, layout, and distribution.
• Ensures materials follow brand standards across channels.
• Tracks communication expenses and evaluates ROI of tools and campaigns.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Storytelling and content creation

Graphic design and multimedia editing

Microsoft Office & digital platforms

Community relations & donor engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Graphic design software

Content management systems

Social media management tools

Website editing tools

Job description

The Willmar Area Community Foundation (WACF) seeks a Communications & Outreach Coordinator to share its impact, strengthen community relationships, and grow philanthropic awareness in the region.

Under the Executive Director and in collaboration with the CommunityGiving Marketing Team, you will manage storytelling, digital content, events, and donor communications, ensuring consistent brand, timely updates, and measurable outreach outcomes for WACF and its initiatives.