Community Engagement & Communications Officer

Child & Family • Middletown, RI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role leads Child & Family’s outward-facing engagement strategy, encompassing fundraising events, community partnerships, communications, and social media. The Community Engagement & Communications Officer is responsible for enhancing the organization's visibility, building community trust, and creating opportunities for donors, sponsors, and partners to increase their involvement. This is a hybrid role with 20% remote work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience in communications, marketing, events, or community engagement required.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
• Must have strong project management and event planning skills.
• Experience managing social media platforms and digital content required.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and time-management skills.
• Computer and database management skills required; knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to communicate and effectively interact with a diverse population.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• The ideal candidate will be required to meet all background checks and medical clearances required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with nonprofit or human services organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute fundraising, stewardship, and community engagement events.
• Manage corporate sponsorships and community partnerships.
• Ensure events are aligned with donor cultivation and stewardship goals.
• Manage organizational messaging, storytelling, and brand consistency.
• Oversee social media channels and digital engagement strategy.
• Develop content calendars and coordinate impact storytelling with program staff.
• Collaborate with the Manager of Philanthropy & Stewardship to convert events and digital audiences into donors.
• Track engagement metrics and adjust strategies to improve reach and conversion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level