If you're passionate about elevating resident voices and building authentic community power, keep reading. If you thrive on creating meaningful connections, organizing engaging events, and translating community vision into action, you are in the right place.
As Community Engagement Manager, you'll be the heartbeat of our community-driven initiative. You'll spearhead programs that foster connection-from working group meetings and anti-displacement campaigns to community BBQs and resident forums. Your creativity, organizational skills, and passion for equity will shine as you bring people together and translate community vision into action.
You'll manage all external communications (social media, newsletters, website), coordinate event logistics, build partnerships across sectors, and serve as the primary contact for residents and stakeholders. This is community organizing meets digital communications meets event management-all centered on equity and resident power.
What You'll Do
โข Develop & coordinate community programs: working groups, anti-displacement campaigns, BBQs, forums-events that build connection and power
โข Create multi-format content: design graphics (Canva/Adobe), produce videos, write compelling copy for diverse audiences
โข Manage all communications: website, social media (using scheduling tools), monthly newsletter, promotional materials
โข Build partnerships: with residents, local organizations, businesses, and city agencies
โข Co-facilitate working groups: create inclusive spaces where residents shape strategy and make decisions
โข Coordinate event logistics: venues, vendors, materials, volunteers-everything to make programs successful
โข Track impact: attendance metrics, engagement analytics, community feedback, program outcomes
โข Support storytelling initiatives: podcast production or other audio/video projects that amplify community voices (nice to have)
About Medici Road
Medici Road is a nonprofit community development corporation addressing the intersection of poverty and race through education, housing, and public health solutions. We use community co-creation, data analysis, and human-centered design to create lasting change in Southwest Atlanta and beyond.
Requirements
โข Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Architecture, Community Development, Public Administration, or related field
โข 2-3 years in community program coordination, organizing, or similar role
โข Strong organizational and project management skills-ability to juggle multiple initiatives
โข Hands-on content creation experience: graphics (Canva required, Adobe preferred), videos, written materials
โข Proficiency with social media scheduling tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Meta Business Suite) and email platforms (Mailchimp,
Constant Contact)
โข Excellent communication skills-can write compelling copy, design graphics, and engage diverse stakeholders
โข Experience working in/with communities of color and underserved neighborhoods
โข Creative problem-solver with genuine passion for community development
โข Atlanta area residency (proximity to Campbellton Road preferred)
โข Availability for 4 days/week in-office and regular evening/weekend events
Nice to Have:
โข Podcast production or audio/video editing experience
โข Website content management and photography skills
What Success Looks Like
After one year: trusted relationships with residents and leaders, thriving community leadership council, 12+ successful events, robust communications with consistent engagement, and clear pathways for residents to shape the initiative.
Benefits
โข $50,000-$60,000 based on experience
โข Comprehensive benefits package
โข Competitive PTO with increased accrual
โข Professional development opportunities
โข Flexible work arrangement (4 days in-office, 1 remote)
All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Medici Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.