Do you have experience in communications and marketing?
Are you passionate about international development?
We are currently in search of a Communications Specialist for an International Development Foundation. The position is Hybrid in Washington, DC. This is a full-time, temporary-to-permanent position.
ORGANIZATION TYPE: International Development Foundation
LOCATION: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
POSITION TITLE: Communications Specialist
SCHEDULE: 40 hours/week
DURATION: Temporary-to-permanent
HOURLY RATE: $25.00
Is This Your Dream Job? The Communications Specialist will support outreach initiatives, donor communications, engagement materials, and events to share and grow the Foundation’s impact by working closely with the Development and Communications teams. This position will be responsible for producing digital and print communications, expanding the social media presence, and coordinating fundraising and outreach events.
Our Ideal Candidate:
· Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing or related field required
· 2-3 years of experience in communications, preferably in a nonprofit setting
· Interest in international development and/or Himalayan cultures
· Experience with digital communications tools for email platforms such as Mailchimp, design tools (Adobe Photoshop, Canva), donor databases (DonorPerfect), social media, and website content management (WordPress etc).
· Strong writing, editing and organizational skills
· Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
How You Will Spend Your Day:
1. Communications:
· Draft and edit communications materials including newsletters, email campaigns, donor updates, proposals, website content, and social media posts.
· Manage and grow the Foundation’s social media reach through strategic content development, storytelling, and performance tracking.
· Assist with the production of the Foundation’s annual report, impact stories, and other publications.
· Maintain and update website content and digital communication platforms.
· Assist with the preparation and distribution of 3–4 donor mailings per year
· Assist with design and layout of communications materials using Canva or similar tools
· Maintain consistent visual and brand quality across communications
2. Event Planning and Coordination:
· Coordinate the planning and execution of donor events and meetings
· Manage event logistics including venue coordination, invitations, guest lists, registration, and follow-up communications.
· Arrange event materials such as nametags, programs, presentations, and promotional content.
· Liaise with vendors and venues and manage event timelines.
· Provide on-site event support.
3. Donor & Data Management:
· Generate and manage invitation lists using the donor CRM
· Assist with preparing donor communications and stewardship materials.
· Support the development team with donor acknowledgments and event follow-ups.
· Maintain accurate records of event participation and communications in the donor database.
· Provide administrative support for communications and development activities.
We’d love to hear from you.
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