Girls on the Run Greater Oregon: Communications and Development Coordinator

Girls on the Run • Portland, OR

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About The Position

The Communications and Development Coordinator supports Girls on the Run Greater Oregon (GOTRGO) in sharing its mission, growing community support, and raising funds to keep its programs accessible. Working under the direct leadership of the Development Director and collaborating with a six-person team, the coordinator helps communicate GOTRGO’s story through digital, print, and in-person channels. The role supports nonprofit communications, fundraising, and events, and contributes to the organization’s growth while maintaining program quality, accessibility, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Passion for the Girls on the Run mission and ability to understand and effectively communicate issues surrounding empowerment, self-esteem, body image, and whole-person health.
• Outstanding communication skills across multiple environments and with a range of internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing content and managing social media.
• Experience with peer-to-peer fundraisers.
• Fluency in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate marketing for GOTRGO programs, 5Ks, and two to four annual fundraising and community events.
• Manage Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn to maintain a favorable image and engage stakeholders.
• Design print and digital materials, including fliers, brochures, sponsorship packets, and annual reports.
• Maintain the media assets archive and stakeholder listservs.
• Keep the website current with accurate data, language, and photos.
• Coordinate with GOTRGO staff to communicate effectively with coaches, site liaisons, parents, and other stakeholders.
• Provide responsive customer service by replying to emails promptly, assisting with phone calls, and returning voicemails.
• Uphold brand standards and guide staff in following them.
• Draft grant proposals using approved source materials.
• Coordinate marketing and recruitment for the Girls on the Run SoleMates Charity Runner Program.
• Coordinate the Unstoppable Us girl-led fundraising program, including communications, collateral, prize selection, donation tracking, and prize fulfillment.
• Assist with annual giving campaigns.
• Build community relationships through intentional partnerships with run clubs and youth, women’s, LGBTQIA+, and/or BIPOC community-serving organizations.
• Photograph programs and events when needed.
• Attend and assist with Spring and Fall 5Ks, taking the lead in areas assigned by management.
• Assist with Spring and Fall coach training events, taking the lead in areas assigned by management.
• Attend and assist with annual fundraising events, including Sip in Sneakers and International Day of the Girl, taking the lead in areas assigned by management.
• Support program delivery during peak seasons by packing coach totes, visiting afterschool practices, and supporting coach training events.
• Participate actively in weekly staff meetings, arriving prepared and engaging in collective problem-solving.
• Attend Girls on the Run International trainings.
• Use the opportunities of the position to help make GOTRGO more inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off plan.
• Company-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed