Grand Rapids Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.

Working at the Community Foundation

Learn more about the Community Foundation's mission, vision, values, North Star and vital behaviors. Our staff follows a hybrid work model, working three days each week from our office in downtown Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids Community Foundation strives to actively demonstrate our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and the pursuit of racial, social and economic justice in all aspects of our organizational culture and operations, internally and externally. It is the expectation that our team members, committees and Board of Trustees share this commitment and continuously work to deepen their understanding in these areas.

Strategic Communications Specialist

Are you a strategic thinker who deeply values diversity, equity and inclusion? Does executing projects from conception to assessment spark joy for you? Do you take pride in the quality and accuracy of your work? Are you a strong communicator and storyteller who can quickly build relationships and trust with others? Do you enjoy working as part of a creative team with a track record of excellence?

The Strategic Communications Specialist will play a key role in developing and implementing communications and marketing strategies and tactics to connect the Community Foundation with various audiences. This role will oversee marketing and media relations projects and work with a collaborative team to curate content and experiences to advance the Community Foundation’s strategic goals.

Click here for a position description. Complete the application and attach a cover letter and resume. The application deadline is February 17, 2025. Please direct questions to HR@GRFoundation.org.

Application

Strategic Communications Assistant

Are you a customer service enthusiast who deeply values diversity, equity and inclusion? Do you have excellent administrative skills with a “how can I help you” approach? Are you a strong communicator who can quickly build relationships and trust with others? Does working as part of a collaborative and creative team with a track record of excellence excite you? Do you take pride in the quality and accuracy of your work?

The Strategic Communications Assistant will play a supportive role to the Vice President, Strategic Communications and Strategic Communications Department. This role will be responsible for the efficient operation of administrative activities and editorial support functions for the department.

Click here for a position description. Complete the application and attach a cover letter and resume. The application deadline is February 17, 2025. Please direct questions to HR@GRFoundation.org.

Application