Social Media and Communications Coordinator

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About Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (NECN)

As an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit with over 50 years of experience, NECN supports community-driven ideas into tangible outcomes by supporting community projects, organizations, and people. By bringing together renters, homeowners, businesses, and local organizations, we empower all residents to participate in shaping the community's future. We believe a city is more than its individual parts and are committed to strengthening these connections.

NECN is beginning to implement a new three-year strategic plan. Our organizational interests are rooted in building a stronger, more inclusive, and sustainable community coalition. The plan is structured around five pillars: Organizational Sustainability, Organizational Infrastructure, Training, Anti-Racism/Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), and Engagement. Our engagement pillar focuses on improving outcomes through culturally relevant, inclusive, and consistent outreach and engagement. Over the next three years, we will expand our communications, digital strategies, and teams to achieve these goals and foster greater community impact and connection.

We are guided by the values of transparency, equity, sustainability, community, and collaboration in our work.

Let's work together to get your voices heard!

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Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, Social Media and Communications Coordinator for a part-time position. In this role, you will lead the day-to-day posting, drafting, and community monitoring across Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms, while supporting basic internal and external communication tasks. The Social Media and Communications Coordinator manages our outreach, storytelling, and digital presence. This role amplifies the nonprofit's mission, engages community members, and ensures consistent communication across platforms.

This role is ideal for candidates interested in nonprofit communications, digital media, community engagement, or marketing, including those who are:

• A junior creator or recent graduate looking to build a portfolio
• A student studying marketing, communications, or digital design
• A communications professional seeking to support community-led programs and initiatives
• An individual seeking a flexible second income

Duties and Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Draft, schedule, and publish posts on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
• Monitor engagement, respond to comments and messages, and flag issues as needed.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and visual style.

Content Creation

• Create graphics, short videos, and visual assets using tools such as Canva.
• Assist with photography and videography at events as needed.
• Contribute to storytelling content that highlights programs, partners, and community impact.

Communications Support

• Draft newsletters, email updates, and website content.
• Support website updates and maintenance.
• Support the creation of flyers, and promotional materials.
• Assist with event promotion and outreach campaigns.

General Support

• Attend staff meetings and community events as required.
• Assist with special projects related to communications and outreach.
• Uphold the organization's mission, values, and commitment to equity at all times.

Qualifications

Required

• One or more years of professional experience in communications, social media, or community engagement, or equivalent college coursework.
• Ability to take photos, film simple short-form video clips, and write clear captions.
• Comfortable navigating the user interfaces of Instagram, Facebook, and other platforms.
• Strong proofreading and grammar skills for writing short social copy and drafts.
• Experience managing social media for a club, project, or organization.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Express, or similar design tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to complete work with minimal supervision.
• Interest in nonprofit work, community engagement, or digital storytelling.
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work events and meetings.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift 50 pounds.
• Commitment to NECN mission of promoting civic engagement and community-building.
• Experience sharing stories with and about diverse communities.

Preferred

• Basic video editing skills.
• Experience with social media strategy, planning, and analytics.
• Knowledge of the communities the nonprofit serves.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency. Proven experience adapting copy across cultural contexts.
• Familiarity with digital accessibility compliance. Experience using captioning tools (e.g., CapCut, platform-native editors) and writing alt-text.
• Experience in photography or graphic design.

Working Environment

Remote; occasional in-person or in-office as needed. Flexible schedule with irregular hours that include some evening and weekend work. Requires local travel to meetings and events throughout North and Northeast Portland.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a standing position for a prolonged period of time. Occasionally required to lift, move, or transport boxes and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

How to Apply

To apply, submit a resume, a short writing sample, and examples of social media and/or graphic design work to hiring@necoalition.org.

Open Date: June 24, 2026

Close Date: Open until filled. We encourage interested candidates to apply immediately as application reviews begins on July 1, 2026

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Any job offers are contingent upon successful background checks.

NECN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.