Description

Description of Position:

In support of MCF’s mission, the Communications Manager is an integral part of a team of professionals dedicated to serving Montana through philanthropy. This position is a non-exempt staff position that reports to the Marketing and Communications Director. As a key member of the Marketing and Communications department, the Communications Manager supports all aspects of communication, content production, and targeted outreach. This position helps to promote and disseminate key Foundation messages through publications, web platforms, videos, social media, events, and marketing campaigns.

MCF’s mission is to Create a Culture of Giving so Montana Communities Can Flourish. This mission is accomplished through a strong team effort that focuses on collaboration, empowerment, and professional excellence. 

MCF places equal emphasis on an employee’s skills and an employee’s attitude, recognizing the combination of exceptional skills and a positive, respectful attitude make MCF a special environment for its employees and constituents. To that end, our employees must have a positive attitude and engage in constructive and appropriate communication. Employees must treat their employer, its constituents and each other with respect at all times. Each employee is a vital part of MCF’s team and plays an integral role in meeting our goals.

Requirements

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations:

Stakeholder Engagement                                                                                                          50%

•         Develops content and designs and disseminates information through appropriate channels including print, electronic, and public relations:
  • • Online newsletters
    • Articles
    • Marketing materials and publications
• Manages fundraising efforts and outreach through appeals, online fundraising campaigns, and mailings, soliciting content from internal sources, and manage review, testing, and sending for the following funds/departments:
  • • The Women’s Foundation of Montana
    • All funds pertaining to endowments, grants and scholarships
    • Gift and Estate Planning
    • Annual Endowment Distribution 
• Manages the creation, editing, design, and production of the MCF and WFM annual impact reports, including planning, developing content, coordinating with stakeholders, editing, and ensuring timely delivery to align with the organization's mission and brand.
• Collaborates with various departments to manage and build stakeholder lists for communication purposes.
• Develop toolkits that empower constituents with the skills to support their marketing and communications efforts.

Content Creation & Management                                                                                             20%

• Manages website development and content management for MCF and WFM webpages.
• Supports social media management and efforts related to posting, campaigns, strategy, and targeting.
• Monitors website and social media analytics, performance, and search rankings, adjusting strategy based on insights.
• Executes digital fundraising and engagement campaigns via email, website, and social media.
• Ensures all messaging aligns with MCF’s brand identity and strategic objectives.

Brand Management                                                                                                                    20%

• Works with the Marketing and Communications Director and program staff to establish effective communication strategies and useful metrics.
• Manages brand guidelines, from updating to implementation.
• Coordinates the appearance and production of MCF print materials such as letterhead, brochures, etc. and ensures items are adequately stocked
• Manages technical assistance and resource materials to assist professional advisors and local community foundations in the marketing, communications and positioning of their activities.
• Supports the department in event planning and coordination, including communications and design of content. 
• Contributes to overall digital content strategy and informs calendar of upcoming topics, news and milestones, and external opportunities to guide content planning. 

Public Relations & Advertising                                                                                                  10%

• At the discretion of the Marketing and Communications Director, review and edit media releases, editorials, and campaigns. 

 Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

 Education and Experience:

•  Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in marketing, graphic design, communications, public relations, or journalism.
•  Minimum of two (2) years’ relevant professional communications experience. 
•  Experience with social media and online marketing campaigns.
•  Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Constant Contact, and Canva. 
•  Experience with website development. 
•  Fundraising experience preferred. 
•  Experience with Google Analytics or other audience measurement tools. 
•  Experience with Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, PPT).
•  Experience utilizing AI technology. 

Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, highly organized, and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to design and develop marketing pieces based on graphic design principles.
• Ability to organize and analyze data.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Sound problem solving and decision-making skills. 

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This position is classified as a professional level, non-exempt position. This is a full-time position (40 hours a week) with accompanying benefits and responsibilities. The specific hours of work and days are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Excellent attendance and timeliness required.

Travel:

This position is based in Helena, Montana and requires occasional travel throughout the state. 

Benefits:

MCF offers a competitive benefit package. Full-time regular employees are eligible to participate in group medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; Health Savings Account; and short-term and long-term disability coverage as well as a generous PTO program.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter, current resume, writing or creative sample (see details below), and three professional references to daphne@mtcf.org. Applications can only be submitted by email. Review of candidates will begin January 5th, 2026.

Writing & Design Samples:
Applicants are encouraged to submit 1–3 relevant samples showcasing their writing and/or graphic design skills. Examples may include articles, press releases, marketing materials, social media content, or visual assets you’ve created.