Communications & Digital Engagement Strategist

The Golisano Foundation is one of the largest private foundations in the United States, headquartered in Victor, New York. The Foundation is dedicated to making a positive impact within communities by addressing critical needs and improving quality of life for underserved populations. With a focus on innovative grantmaking and partnerships, the Foundation plays a pivotal role in addressing a range of social challenges. Its mission-driven work seeks to create meaningful and lasting change in the lives of individuals and families.
Position Overview

The Golisano Foundation is seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, creative, and hands‑on Communications & Digital Engagement Strategist to lead the Foundation’s public-facing voice across multiple platforms. This role is responsible for strengthening awareness of the Foundation’s mission, priorities, partnerships, and impact through public relations, digital communications, storytelling, and community engagement.
The Communications & Digital Engagement Manager will manage social media channels, website updates, press announcements, newsletters, annual reports, quarterly publications, and other communications materials. This position will also support stakeholder engagement through digital platforms, including private group communication tools, and help ensure consistent messaging across grant management and community-facing channels.
The ideal candidate is an excellent writer, thoughtful communicator, and skilled digital content manager who can translate organizational impact into compelling stories for diverse audiences.
Key Responsibilities

Communications & Public Relations

Develop and manage communications strategies that advance the Foundation’s mission and visibility.
Draft, edit, and coordinate press releases, media statements, announcements, and public-facing materials for both internal and external stakeholders.
Support media relations, including outreach, response coordination, and relationship-building with local and regional media.
Ensure consistent messaging, tone, and branding across all communication channels.
Collaborate with staff to ensure clear, consistent, and timely communications with grantees and partners.
Identify opportunities to elevate grantee stories, community impact, partnerships, and Foundation initiatives.
Digital Engagement & Social Media

Manage and grow the Foundation’s social media presence across relevant platforms.
Support digital engagement with community members, partners, and stakeholders through public and private platforms.
Create, schedule, and monitor digital content that engages key audiences and reflects the Foundation’s values.
Maintain a consistent editorial calendar for social media, email communications, publications, and web updates.
Website & Content Management

Manage regular website updates and new content using WordPress.
Ensure website content is accurate, accessible, timely, and aligned with Foundation priorities.
Coordinate with internal staff and external partners as needed on website improvements, content updates, and digital storytelling.
Publications & Storytelling

Lead content development for newsletters, annual reports, quarterly publications, and other organizational communications.
Write and edit compelling stories that highlight the Foundation’s impact, grantees, community partners, and strategic priorities.
Coordinate design, production, review, and distribution timelines for publications.
Maintain high standards for accuracy, clarity, accessibility, and brand consistency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Foundation leadership and staff to understand programs, priorities, and communications needs.
Provide communications support for events, announcements, initiatives, and special projects.
Serve as a resource for staff on messaging, content development, and communications best practices.
Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in communications, public relations, digital engagement, nonprofit communications, or a related role.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and storytelling skills.
Experience managing social media channels and digital content calendars.
Experience updating websites, preferably using WordPress
Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content for multiple audiences.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Close attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
Experience with email marketing platforms, digital newsletters, or publication production.
Basic knowledge of analytics tools and digital performance reporting.
Experience coordinating annual reports, impact reports, and/or quarterly publications.
Strategic thinking with strong execution skills
Digital content management
Relationship-building and stakeholder engagement
Creativity and storytelling
Project management
Judgment, discretion, and professionalism
Commitment to mission‑driven work
This is a full‑time, in‑person position based at the Golisano Foundation office in Victor, New York. The role requires regular collaboration with Foundation staff and may include occasional attendance at community events, partner meetings, or Foundation‑related activities
Equal Opportunity Statement

The Golisano Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and mission‑driven workplace.

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