Location:Tigard/SW Portland, Oregon office, periodic hybrid opportunity

Status:Full time, Exempt

Salary Range:DOE: $52,000-$57,000

Benefits:Medical, dental, generous PTO package, 401(k)

Reports to:Executive Director

Deadline to Apply:Open until position is filled

About African Road

The work of African Road is not charity or aid- it is empowerment for transformation, fueled by faith, friendship and stories of hope.

African Road partners with grassroots Changemakers in East Africa to accelerate community-led change. We believe in walking alongside communities with respect, integrity, and shared leadership. Our work is rooted in trust, long-term relationships, and the conviction that transformation happens when people are empowered to lead their own change.

Learn more about African Roads impact atafricanroad.org.

Position Summary

We are seeking a mission-driven, collaborative, and strategic Communications, Marketing & Design Coordinator who will be a vital connector between our work and our growing audience. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is energized by storytelling and engagement, and who has successful experience using communications as a tool for impact.

Youll join a small but passionate and committed team where flexibility, innovation, and genuine care for people are deeply valued. This position combines strategy, creativity, implementation, and supportrequiring both vision and the willingness to roll up your sleeves and patience with the mundane as well. Its a role for someone excited by the opportunity to make an outsized impact through the power of communications and relationships.

The Communications, Marketing and Design Coordinator is an established role on our collaborative team, building off of existing structure, bringing the African Road voice to a widening audience and playing a vital role in advancing African Roads mission and deepening our impact. This role goes beyond conventional communicationsit is an invitation to join an expanding, innovative, and global story of hope, change, and dignity.

Reporting directly to the CEO, this team member will work closely with leadership while also bringing initiative and innovation. Your work is the strengthening and enlivening of the bridge between the work of our Changemaker partners in East Africa and our circle of friendship in the United States. The person in this role will amplify stories, maintain the organizational voice and DNA, support donor champions with content for crowdfunding, build broad engagement, and further organizational objectives.

Work Culture and Expectations

This is a role for someone who is energized by purpose, finds joy in excellence, and embraces the highs and lows, sharing both the big successes and the mundane tasks of small-team nonprofit work. Were looking for someone who isnt motivated by spotlight, but by shared impact. Youll bring your expertise, your humanity, and your skillswhile also listening, learning, and supporting others with care.

Key Qualities

We are looking for someone who:

• Embodies integrity and authentic care for others.
• Approaches work with energy, compassion, and enthusiasm.
• Is flexible and adaptable, comfortable in a small team with limited infrastructure.
• Has an artistic sensibility and aesthetic
• Brings strategic thinking along with a hands-on mindset.
• Is energized by helping a mission-driven organization shine and grow.
• Thrives in an environment of collaboration, mutual support, and purpose-driven work.
• Engages respectfully with people from a wide range of religious traditions and faith practices, political and philosophical beliefs, and backgrounds.
• Shows initiative and curiosity, continually seeking better ways to engage audiences and honor stories.
• Enjoys a strong sense of ownership while remaining collaborative and responsive.
• Demonstrates commitment to ongoing learning, approaching new challenges with curiosity, humility, and a genuine interest in growthpersonally, professionally, and in understanding the broader context of African Roads mission, cross-cultural partnership, and community-led development.

Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Demonstrated successful professional experience in a relevant communications or marketing role.
• Bachelors degree or higher in communications, marketing, and/or design preferred but not required.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with demonstrated experience writing across formats (newsletters, blogs, social media).
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills; able to communicate across cultures and contexts with respect.
• Proficiency and creativity with digital media tools including social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn), e-newsletter software (e.g., Constant Contact), and website content management (e.g., WordPress).
• Demonstrated strength and skill with design and design software
• Ability to produce attractive, brand aligned print and digital pieces
• High proficiency in Google Workspace and database management systems.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, time management, and ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to build and maintain systems and calendars while remaining agile and responsive.
• Understanding of current marketing trends and platforms, especially in nonprofit and mission-driven contexts.
• Experience with media relations, press releases and campaign execution is a bonus.
• Able to work evenings/weekends on occasion for events or campaigns.
• Physical capacity for event support (carrying supplies, light lifting, navigating stairs, etc.)
• Willing and able to participate in travel to East Africa. The training process will include one international trip, generally taken in the first 18 months.

Core Responsibilities

Digital Media & Content (daily/weekly):

• Grow and maintain a cohesive, mission-aligned digital strategy.
• Maintain and improve the website, blog, and email newsletter.
• Create and schedule engaging content across social media platforms.
• Build and grow audience engagement and respond thoughtfully to online interactions.

Marketing Strategy & Campaigns:

• Support the creation and execution of marketing plans for the organization, including fundraising campaigns, events, and special initiatives.
• Design and implement communications timelines that align with organizational goals and fundraising calendar.
• Collaborate on and create strategy and written content for …