Entry Level Communications Assistant

The MGN Foundation partners with national and local nonprofit organizations to create outreach campaigns that raise awareness, inspire action, and strengthen community impact. We are seeking a motivated, outgoing Communications Assistant to support marketing, outreach, and event efforts. This entry-level position offers paid training, hands-on mentorship, and clear pathways for advancement—ideal for recent graduates or career changers seeking practical experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or nonprofit development.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing community events, fundraising campaigns, and public outreach initiatives.
• Represent nonprofit partners professionally at in-person events to increase brand awareness and donor or community engagement.
• Engage with community members, answer basic inquiries, and collect contact information and feedback as appropriate.
• Track campaign and event performance; prepare concise reports and recommendations to improve outreach results.
• Collaborate with senior staff on creative communications strategies and content ideas.
• Provide administrative and logistical support, including preparing materials and managing basic inventory.

Required qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and comfort speaking in public settings.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable transportation for local travel and flexibility for occasional evenings or weekend event shifts.
• Positive, professional demeanor and eagerness to learn. Previous customer service, retail, volunteer, or event experience is beneficial but not required.

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive paid training and hands-on mentorship to build practical communications and event skills.
• Opportunities for rapid advancement into supervisory roles based on performance.
• Competitive pay with potential performance-based incentives and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
• Regular team activities, networking opportunities, and professional development workshops.
• Meaningful, community-focused work that builds transferable skills in marketing, outreach, and nonprofit development.

Equal opportunity:

The MGN Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates based on qualifications and potential. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.