Public Relations Coordinator

Keystone Cooperative•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Public Relations Coordinator advances and protects the Keystone Cooperative brand through strategic community engagement, charitable foundation management, media relations, and cause marketing. The role represents Keystone professionally and consistently across community events, trade shows, charitable programs, and external communications. The coordinator manages the day-to-day administration of the Keystone Charitable Foundation, develops strategies to increase its awareness and impact, coordinates foundation events and communications, and tracks and reports community outcomes. The role also oversees community investment and charitable giving initiatives, maintains records of sponsorships, donations, and partnerships, and reports on community engagement. The position coordinates cause marketing and brand initiatives, including programs such as Propane with Purpose, and works with business units on campaigns that support community impact and business objectives. It also supports the Director of Public Relations with media inquiries, press releases, public relations activities, and external communications such as Keystone Voice.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field is required.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and project management abilities with attention to detail.
Positive, professional, and relationship-focused personality.
Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with employees, leaders, customers, community partners, and media representatives.
Strategic thinking and ability to identify creative opportunities to expand brand awareness and engagement.
Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, event management, or related fields is preferred.
Experience coordinating community engagement initiatives, events, or nonprofit programs is preferred.
Experience with media relations, public speaking, and project management is desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day administration of the Keystone Charitable Foundation.
Develop and execute strategies to increase foundation awareness, engagement, and impact.
Coordinate foundation-driven events, fundraising activities, sponsorships, and communications.
Track foundation outcomes and report on community impact.
Oversee Keystone's community investment impact and charitable giving initiatives.
Evaluate, track, and maintain records of sponsorships, donations, and community partnerships.
Ensure community investments align with Keystone's strategic priorities and values.
Provide reporting and insights on community engagement activities and outcomes.
Ensure Keystone's brand presence delivers maximum value and maintains a professional image at community events, trade shows, and industry exhibitions.
Lead the coordination and promotion of cause marketing programs, including initiatives such as Propane with Purpose.
Collaborate with business units to develop campaigns that drive community impact while supporting business objectives.
Measure and communicate the effectiveness of campaigns and promotional efforts.
Support the Director of Public Relations by coordinating media inquiries, press releases, and public relations activities.
Support development and distribution of Keystone Voice and other external communications.
Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and community stakeholders.