Communications Manager | The Foundation for Delaware County

Supervisor: Vice President of Communications

Location: Media, PA

Job Description

Position: Communications Manager

Department: Communications

Supervisor: Vice President of Communications

Salary: $60,000

Location: Media, PA

Benefits

Health Insurance: Choice of two Independence Blue Cross Personal Choice PPO plans paired with a Medical Expense Reimbursement Program (MERP) through Nonstop Health.

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine cleanings, exams, major dental work, and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.

Maternity and Parental Leave: Paid leave for birth and non-birth parents.

Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with employer matching up to 4%, with immediate vesting.

Income Protection: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and employer-paid life insurance equal to one year's salary.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous PTO with rollover options, 10 paid holidays (including Juneteenth and Election Day), and 2 floating holidays.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling and support services.

Professional Development: Ongoing training and certification support based on budget availability.

Voluntary Benefits: Optional accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and whole life insurance coverage.

Summary and Background
The Foundation for Delaware County is seeking a Communications Manager to support and execute communications, marketing, and storytelling efforts across the organization. This role plays a key part in strengthening the Foundation’s visibility and brand through content creation, design, and digital engagement.

Working closely with the Vice President of Communications, this position will help design marketing materials, manage digital and social media content, assist with email campaigns, and help make website updates. The role also plays a key part in promoting Delco Gives and the Foundation’s Family Village programs.

This is an ideal position for an early-career communications professional who is excited to learn, take initiative, and grow as a communications professional. The position is designed for a doer—someone who enjoys creating, executing, and building their skills.

Key Responsibilities
Content & Digital Communications

Create and schedule social media content; monitor performance and analytics

Implement paid social media campaigns

Manage e-newsletters, including content coordination, photo selections, and layout (Mailchimp)

Assist with website updates

Support video strategy by filming and editing short-form video content

Manage the Foundation’s content library, including cataloging photography, video, and story assets for use in presentations, reports, and digital communications

Design & Creative

Design marketing and promotional materials (social media, invitations, impact reports, flyers, etc.)

Edit photos and videos

Campaign Support

Help manage and implement a content calendar with support from the Vice President of Communications

Support communications for Delco Gives and Family Village initiatives

Research marketing and design best practices for campaigns and initiatives

Events & Special Projects

Support events through photography, video, materials, and logistics

Assist with the production of the annual report and other key materials, including photo shoots and cataloging photos for the report

Who You Are

A proactive, self-starter who enjoys both creative work and execution

Eager to learn, take feedback, and grow in a collaborative environment

Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines

Qualifications

Minimum of two years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field (nonprofit or business sector)

Proven track record working in digital marketing and social media communications, including demonstrated experience in paid social campaigns

Basic photography/video and photo editing skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency is required

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong writing and editing skills

Must have design experience either through Canva and/or Adobe Suite

Familiarity with WordPress and MailChimp or similar web hosting and email marketing platforms is a plus

Strong strategic, problem-solving skills, flexibility, and a demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple tasks at once and work to accomplish goals

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with staff, partners, and community members

Familiarity with Delaware County and its various communities is preferred but not required

Additional Requirements

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Work Schedule: Must be able to attend a few events/months outside of regular office hours, which include occasional evenings and/or weekends

Travel: Reliable transportation is required for travel throughout Delaware County and the surrounding region; mileage is reimbursed at the IRS-approved rate Mandates

Annual Influenza Immunization (during flu season) As an organization with a public health focus, we must continue to protect the safety of our clients, our community, and ourselves by doing all we can to reduce the impact of the Influenza disease.

About The Foundation for Delaware County
The Foundation for Delaware County is the largest grantmaking philanthropy in Delaware County, PA. One of 900 community foundations across the U.S., the Foundation offers support and resources for nonprofits of every size, helps generous people give with more impact, brings together funders, nonprofits, and elected officials to address critical community problems, and responds to major challenges and crises as they arise.

In addition to grant funding, the Foundation operates the Center for Nonprofit Excellence to strengthen Delaware County’s nonprofit community through training, workshops, and peer learning opportunities. The Foundation encourages philanthropy by connecting donors to worthy causes through efficient charitable giving vehicles like donor-advised and scholarship funds. The Foundation hosts the only online giving day in the region, Delco Gives. In 2026, more than $2.8 million was raised for 323 local nonprofits during Delco Gives. To learn more, visit the Foundation at www.delcofoundation.org and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X at @DelcoFdn.

The Foundation also runs Family Village, public health programs for new and expecting parents. Learn more about Family Village at delcofamilyvillage.org.

The Foundation for Delaware County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a high-performance and continuous improvement culture that values learning and a commitment to quality. We use a supportive and collaborative approach in our internal operations and throughout our work in Delaware County.

To Apply
Please send a resume, cover letter, and a sample flyer or graphic post to:

Katy Lichtenstein
Vice President of Communications
klichtenstein@delcofoundation.org

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