| Location | Austin, TX |
AUSTIN ISD JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: GF COORDINATOR STORYTELLING AND LEARNING FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: CAD 1 DUTY DAYS: 226 DATE REVISED: 11/04/2025 HC FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS PARTIALLY OR FULLY FUNDED THROUGH LOCAL AND/OR GRANT SOURCES. CONTINUED EMPLOYMENT IN GRANT-FUNDED POSITIONS IS CONTINGENT UPON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : A Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, education, or related field from an accredited university or college required. A Master's degree is preferred. Three (3) years of experience in nonprofit communications, public relations, fundraising communications, or related roles. A valid Texas driver's license is required. SKILL REQUIREMENTS :
Incumbent
must
have
strong
personal
initiative,
excellent
oral,
written,
and
visual
communication
skills.
Proven
ability
to
develop
narratives
that
engage
diverse
audiences
through
writing,
design,
and
multimedia.
Proficiency
in
Microsoft
Office,
Suite,
content
management
systems,
and
digital
engagement
platforms and/or graphic design.
Experience
coordinating
media
relations,
including
working
with
PR
firms
and
securing
earned/paid
media.
Ability
to
translate
data
and
outcomes
into
compelling
narratives
for
donors
and
stakeholders.
Strong
interpersonal
skills
and
ability
to
engage
funders,
partners,
district
staff,
and
community
members.
Excellent
organizational
skills;
able
to
manage
multiple
projects
and
deadlines.
Ability
to
support
evaluation
design
and
implementation,
including
experience
with
data
collection,
analysis,
and applying findings to strategy and communications. JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: This role is responsible for the coordination of data-driven storytelling and learning through integrating evaluation, media, and donor engagement to elevate brand awareness, showcase impact, and support fundraising through compelling narratives, coordinated campaigns, and organizational learning initiatives Data Storytelling & Communications
Support
evaluation
planning
and
implementation
for
grant-funded
initiatives
and
focus
area
projects,
ensuring
that data collection and reporting inform communications, fundraising, and organizational learning.
Develop
and
implement
integrated
data
informed
storytelling
strategies
aligned
with
fundraising
and
program
goals.
Manage
organizational
presence
across
the
website,
social
media,
newsletters,
and
traditional
media.
Coordinate
with
PR
firms
and
district
communications
staff
to
support
earned
and
paid
media.
Create
and
maintain
templates
for
consistent
messaging
(e.g.,
newsletters,
social
posts,
donor
reports).
Ensure
alignment
of
messaging
with
district
priorities
and
Austin
Ed
Fund
brand
standards.
Support
communications
for
events,
campaigns,
and
special
initiatives.
Coordinate
communications,
collateral,
and
storytelling
for
Austin
Ed
Fund
events
to
engage
stakeholders
and enhance donor stewardship.
Implement
strategies
that
strengthen
the
Ed
Fund's
brand
awareness
and
visibility
to
cultivate
and
expand
the
major donor base. Donor Engagement & Impact Reporting
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Assist
with
the
creation
of
impact
reports,
stewardship
pieces,
and
donor
communications.
Partner
with
the
development
team
to
design
donor-facing
materials
and
campaigns.
Showcase
student,
educator,
and
community
stories
that
highlight
philanthropic
impact. Learning & Organizational Development
Help
operationalize
the
learning
cycle
into
Austin
Maintain
a
framework
("north
star")
for
artifacts
that
capture
organizational
learning.
Support
staff
training
on
the
learning
cycle
and
related
tools.
Coordinate
a
regular
cadence
for
reflection
and
reporting
(monthly
check-ins,
quarterly
reviews,
annual
learning products).
Develop
narratives
that
highlight
Austin
Ed
Fund's
key
focus
areas
and
translate
outcomes
into
compelling
donor-
and community-facing stories. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Coordinate
evaluation
support
for
grant-funded
and
focus
area
projects,
including
managing
relationships
with contracted evaluators or district evaluation staff, coordinating data collection, and ensuring timely reporting.
Contribute
to
evaluation
and
sustainability
planning
by
developing
learning
questions
for
emerging
strategies, refining ongoing projects, and helping shape logic models and theories of change.
Synthesize
evaluation
findings
and
make
recommendations
that
inform
organizational
decision-making, communications, and fundraising strategies.
Develop
and
implement
integrated
communications
strategies
that
elevate
Austin
Ed
Fund's
mission,
expand
brand awareness, and support fundraising efforts, including major donor cultivation.
Craft
compelling
stories
and
content
that
highlight
Austin
Ed
Fund's
focus
areas
and
translate
impact
into
donor-
and community-facing narratives.
Manage
organizational
communications
channels
including
website,
newsletters,
social
media,
reports,
and
press releases, ensuring consistent messaging and alignment with district priorities.
Coordinate
public
relations
efforts,
including
collaboration
with
PR
firms
and
AISD
communications
staff
to
secure earned and paid media opportunities.
Produce
donor
engagement
and
stewardship
materials
such
as
impact
reports,
campaign
updates,
and
event collateral to demonstrate transparency, accountability, and impact.
Operationalize
and
support
the
learning
cycle
within
the
Office
of
Innovation
&
Development,
creating
and maintaining artifacts that capture and communicate organizational learning.
Provide
internal
communications
support
and
training
to
ensure
clarity,
alignment,
and
adoption
of
communication protocols and learning cycle practices.
Support
event
communications
and
execution
by
preparing
talking
points,
collateral,
and
follow-up
communications for signature Ed Fund events (e.g., Inspire the Future Luncheon, Prize Posse).
Establish
and
maintain
a
regular
cadence
of
reflection
and
reporting
(monthly
check-ins,
quarterly
reviews,
annual learning products) to guide communications and learning practices.
Collaborate
with
program,
development,
and
district
partners
to
ensure
consistent
messaging,
coordinated outreach, and effective stakeholder engagement.
Provide
an
exceptional
customer
experience
for
all
AISD
stakeholders
with
intentional
and
professional practices
that promote a culture of respect.. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:
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Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment: S tandard office setting, occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the appropriate supervisor of the department. Incumbent works independently, with little or no supervision, performing complicated and nonstandard assignments. This position will work collaboratively with other departments
in
AISD. The Austin Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or
local
laws. I have read & acknowledged the job description above. Employee Signature:
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