Communications Coordinator

ABOUT MOTHER’S OUTREACH NETWORK

Mother’s Outreach Network (MON) is a Washington, DC-based nonprofit advancing racial justice and economic

equity through liberatory legal representation, guaranteed income advocacy, and mother-led policy work. MON

centers the lives and leadership of Black mothers navigating the family policing system. We believe poverty is not

neglect — and that every family deserves the tools to stay together and thrive.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Communications Coordinator is a full-time, in-person role based in Washington, DC. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position supports MON’s communications strategy and leads day-to-day content

production across all platforms — translating our mission into compelling narratives that amplify the voices of the mothers we serve.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Production & Scheduling

• Draft and schedule social media content across Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Bluesky following an
• approved monthly content calendar
• Write newsletters, direct mail, and organizational announcements
• Support production of ED thought leadership content including talking points, op-eds, and public statements
• Maintain MON’s organizational voice across all channels with consistency and fidelity to our liberatory
• framework

Social Media & Community Management

• Manage day-to-day publishing, scheduling, and community engagement across all active platforms
• Monitor comments, messages, and mentions; escalate sensitive issues to the ED same business day
• Produce and edit short-form video and Reels using MON-provided footage
• Deliver monthly analytics reports with performance data and key takeaways

Organizational & Fundraising Communications

• Support content development for fundraising campaigns and donor stewardship materials
• Assist with press releases, media list maintenance, and earned media coordination
• Coordinate with legal and policy staff to ensure external communications are accurate and mission-aligned

Design & Production

• Design graphics and visual assets using Canva or equivalent tools consistent with MON brand standards
• Maintain an organized content library of photos, graphics, and templates

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1–3 years of experience in communications, content creation, social media, or a related field
• Strong writing skills with ability to adapt tone and format across platforms and audiences
• Experience managing social media platforms in a professional or organizational setting
• Proficiency in Canva or similar design tools and social media scheduling platforms
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines independently
• Deep alignment with MON’s mission and liberatory framework
• Experience in nonprofit, advocacy, or policy communications a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field preferred — equivalent
• professional experience considered
• DC community ties preferred

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary range: $48,000 – $58,000 commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Federal and DC-designated holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Professional development support
• This is a full-time, in-person position based in Washington, DC. No remote or hybrid option is available.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a resume, cover letter, and the following three writing samples to careers@mothersoutreachnetwork.org

with the subject line Communications Coordinator Application. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

• A social media post for any platform with an accompanying graphic or visual direction notes
• A newsletter excerpt or organizational announcement (200–400 words)
• An advocacy or policy-focused piece — op-ed, blog post, press release, or campaign copy

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Federal and DC-designated holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Professional development support
• This is a full-time, in-person position based in Washington, DC. No remote or hybrid option is available.