Communications Coordinator

Action St. Louis is a grassroots racial justice organization that seeks to build political power for Black communities in the St. Louis region. Action St. Louis builds campaigns that leverage organizing, communications, advocacy, and direct action to mitigate harm against our community while fighting for long-term transformation.

We are celebrating five years of action and activism in the St. Louis region. Our work on civic engagement, get-out-the-vote (GOTV) efforts, and electoral organizing has been instrumental in the City of St. Louis taking steps to close the Medium Security Institution (aka “The Workhouse”) and begin re-investing in Black communities; ousting a 27-year incumbent prosecutor in St. Louis County; and educating thousands of voters on policies that expand access to health care and other resources for
Black people.

We are growing because the work is growing. Action St. Louis is hiring a Communications Coordinator to its team to assist with proactive communications with Action’s various constituents to ensure that people understand and are invested in our organizing work.

Job Responsibilities

• Materials and Messaging for External Communication (40%)

- Create and manage content for Action St. Louis’ websites, including the main site and landing pages created for special projects and initiatives, ensuring timely updates are regular maintenance.

- Manage updates and content for Action St. Louis’ social media platforms, in coordination with the team’s Data & Digital Coordinator.

- Create regular email communications with Action St. Louis’ donors, members, and supporters.

- Oversee production of digital and print materials to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all communications.

• Public Relations and Media (30%)

- Maintain relationships with local and national press and media outlets to proactively communicate about Action St. Louis’ work and respond to incoming inquiries.
- Work closely with the Leadership Team to shape communication with media, including releases, statements, editorials, and talking points for interviews.
- Provide support to Action St. Louis staff and members to prepare them for speaking to the press and other media outlets as necessary.

• Dissemination and Outreach of Action St. Louis’ Work (20%)

- Create and help implement communications strategies and plans for rolling out Action St.

Louis’ projects and initiatives.
- Work in coordination with Data & Digital Coordinator to execute digital organizing campaigns

• Special Projects (10%)

- Assist Action team members with creative projects and other pieces created to communicate with constituents as needed, such as video projects, donor mailings, etc.

- Contribute to collaborative and coalition efforts with partner organizations throughout the region that support the Action St. Louis’ mission.

Who are we looking for?

- A person committed to Action’s mission and vision for the St. Louis region;
- A person who is organized, creative, and an independent worker; and
- A person who is comfortable with public speaking and communication with a range of audiences.

- A person who is comfortable with written communication and willing to learn Action St. Louis’ style of writing in formal pieces.

What experience would we like you to have?

- Familiarity with media relations and basic press outreach. Existing relationships with media outlets are a plus but not required.

- Understanding of social media platforms, their users, and tailoring messaging and voice for diverse audiences.

- Comfort working in an office environment (however casual), meeting deadlines, and developing and maintaining relationships with outside vendors.

- Working collaboratively on projects, shared leadership models, and functioning well with teams.

What can you expect from us?

- A fast-paced environment, a nimble team, and a group of people dedicated to being responsive to the needs of Black communities in our region.

- A committed, hands-on leadership team who will entrust you with important work and give you the autonomy to solve problems as they arise.

- The opportunity to grow in this position to the director level as Action St. Louis continues to expand in resources and complexity of the work (and organizational structure).

- A starting salary of $40,000 and a full benefits (medical, dental, vision) package including a generous PTO policy.

Action St. Louis is an organization that builds power for Black people and marginalized communities, and we strive to build a workplace that reflects the people that we serve. We encourage people of all races and ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, disability status, immigration status, and national origin to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Working remotely until safe to return to office

Experience:

• Writing skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location