Communications & Impact Specialist

Communities In Schools of the Heart of Texas•Waco, TX

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About The Position

At Communities In Schools of the Heart of Texas (CISHOT), we are “all-in” for kids! Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. It's where our mission meets our passion to unlock potential, build relationships, and break barriers that stand between students and a brighter future. If you believe in our mission and seek a meaningful opportunity to make a difference—apply today! Communities In Schools of the Heart of Texas is seeking a Communications & Impact Specialist to lead strategic internal and external communications that elevate our brand, strengthen donor engagement, and increase community awareness of our mission. This role works closely with the CEO to advance visibility, storytelling, media relations, and development communications.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, PR, or related field
2–3 years of experience in communications, PR, or marketing
Strong writing and editing skills
Experience with digital marketing, social media, and web management
Graphic design experience for print and digital materials
Strong organizational and relationship-building skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to develop bilingual Spanish/English messaging preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and implement integrated communications strategies
Manage website (WordPress), social media, and email marketing
Produce print and digital materials (annual report, fact sheets, impact stories, campaign materials)
Lead media and public relations efforts
Produce video content (in-house and with vendors)
Track KPIs and communications performance metrics
Support donor communications and development messaging
Participate in agency projects and community events