Communications Coordinator
BLAQUE KC is a grassroots education advocacy organization working to improve educational outcomes for Black students in Kansas City and beyond. They are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Communications Coordinator to support the execution of digital and marketing communications, focusing on social media management and content creation.
Responsibilities
- Create, draft, and publish engaging content across BLAQUE KC’s social media platforms, including captions, hashtags, and basic visual assets, with a focus on driving audience engagement
- Support social media management, including posting, scheduling, and community monitoring
- Stay informed on emerging social media trends, platform updates, and best practices to inform content development
- Assist with storytelling for campaigns, events, and organizational milestones
- Design graphics and visual assets using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar platforms, in alignment with brand guidelines
- Schedule content in accordance with the editorial calendar and campaign timelines
- Maintain organized digital asset libraries (graphics, captions, templates, and files)
- Track social media performance metrics, including reach, engagement, and audience growth
- Prepare and share monthly social media analytics summaries to support data-informed decision-making
- Assist with basic reporting for campaigns and key initiatives
- Support marketing and communications campaigns across major programs and initiatives
- Assist the communications team with additional duties as needed, including event promotion, content prep, and administrative support
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure communications reflect program goals and community impact
Skills
- Bachelor's degree required
- 0–2 years of communications, marketing, or related experience (nonprofit experience preferred but not required)
- Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with social media platforms and social media management tools
- Experience creating graphics using Canva, Photoshop, or similar design tools
- Basic understanding of analytics and reporting tools
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong interest in storytelling, digital media, and mission-driven communications
- Commitment to BLAQUE KC's mission, values, and work advancing racial equity and educational justice
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO, holiday, and wellness days
- Hybrid work model (Mon–Wed in office / Thurs–Fri remote)
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative, mission-driven team culture committed to joy, excellence, and equity
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