Communications Coordinator

BLAQUE KC is a grassroots education advocacy organization working to improve educational outcomes for Black students in Kansas City and beyond. They are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Communications Coordinator to support the execution of digital and marketing communications, focusing on social media management and content creation. Responsibilities Create, draft, and publish engaging content across BLAQUE KC’s social media platforms, including captions, hashtags, and basic visual assets, with a focus on driving audience engagement Support social media management, including posting, scheduling, and community monitoring Stay informed on emerging social media trends, platform updates, and best practices to inform content development Assist with storytelling for campaigns, events, and organizational milestones Design graphics and visual assets using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or similar platforms, in alignment with brand guidelines Schedule content in accordance with the editorial calendar and campaign timelines Maintain organized digital asset libraries (graphics, captions, templates, and files) Track social media performance metrics, including reach, engagement, and audience growth Prepare and share monthly social media analytics summaries to support data-informed decision-making Assist with basic reporting for campaigns and key initiatives Support marketing and communications campaigns across major programs and initiatives Assist the communications team with additional duties as needed, including event promotion, content prep, and administrative support Collaborate with internal teams to ensure communications reflect program goals and community impact Skills Bachelor's degree required 0–2 years of communications, marketing, or related experience (nonprofit experience preferred but not required) Excellent writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail Familiarity with social media platforms and social media management tools Experience creating graphics using Canva, Photoshop, or similar design tools Basic understanding of analytics and reporting tools Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team Strong interest in storytelling, digital media, and mission-driven communications Commitment to BLAQUE KC's mission, values, and work advancing racial equity and educational justice Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Generous PTO, holiday, and wellness days Hybrid work model (Mon–Wed in office / Thurs–Fri remote) Professional development opportunities Collaborative, mission-driven team culture committed to joy, excellence, and equity Company Overview A grassroots movement of parents, teachers, young leaders, and advocates unapologetically focused on improving educational outcomes for Black youth. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is