Entry Level Communications Assistant Job at MGN Foundation, Richmond, VA

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  • MGN Foundation
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The MGN Foundation partners with national and local nonprofit organizations to create outreach campaigns that raise awareness, inspire action, and strengthen community impact. We are seeking a motivated, outgoing Communications Assistant to support marketing, outreach, and event efforts. This entry-level position offers paid training, hands-on mentorship, and clear pathways for advancement—ideal for recent graduates or career changers seeking practical experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or nonprofit development.

Key responsibilities:

  • Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing community events, fundraising campaigns, and public outreach initiatives.
  • Represent nonprofit partners professionally at in-person events to increase brand awareness and donor or community engagement.
  • Engage with community members, answer basic inquiries, and collect contact information and feedback as appropriate.
  • Track campaign and event performance; prepare concise reports and recommendations to improve outreach results.
  • Collaborate with senior staff on creative communications strategies and content ideas.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support, including preparing materials and managing basic inventory.

Required qualifications:

  • At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and comfort speaking in public settings.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Reliable transportation for local travel and flexibility for occasional evenings or weekend event shifts.
  • Positive, professional demeanor and eagerness to learn. Previous customer service, retail, volunteer, or event experience is beneficial but not required.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or coursework in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field is a plus but not required.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation tools.

What we offer:

  • Comprehensive paid training and hands-on mentorship to build practical communications and event skills.
  • Opportunities for rapid advancement into supervisory roles based on performance.
  • Competitive pay with potential performance-based incentives and a collaborative, mission-driven work environment.
  • Regular team activities, networking opportunities, and professional development workshops.
  • Meaningful, community-focused work that builds transferable skills in marketing, outreach, and nonprofit development.

Equal opportunity:

The MGN Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and considers candidates based on qualifications and potential. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Local area, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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