Community Engagement Manager

If you're passionate about elevating resident voices and building authentic community power, keep reading. If you thrive on creating meaningful connections, organizing engaging events, and translating community vision into action, you are in the right place.

As Community Engagement Manager, you'll be the heartbeat of our community-driven initiative. You'll spearhead programs that foster connection—from working group meetings and anti-displacement campaigns to community BBQs and resident forums. Your creativity, organizational skills, and passion for equity will shine as you bring people together and translate community vision into action.

You'll manage all external communications (social media, newsletters, website), coordinate event logistics, build partnerships across sectors, and serve as the primary contact for residents and stakeholders. This is community organizing meets digital communications meets event management—all centered on equity and resident power.

What You'll Do

• Develop & coordinate community programs: working groups, anti-displacement campaigns, BBQs, forums—events that build connection and powerCreate multi-format content: design graphics (Canva/Adobe), produce videos, write compelling copy for diverse audiences
• Manage all communications: website, social media (using scheduling tools), monthly newsletter, promotional materialsBuild partnerships: with residents, local organizations, businesses, and city agencies
• Co-facilitate working groups: create inclusive spaces where residents shape strategy and make decisionsCoordinate event logistics: venues, vendors, materials, volunteers—everything to make programs successful
• Track impact: attendance metrics, engagement analytics, community feedback, program outcomesSupport storytelling initiatives: podcast production or other audio/video projects that amplify community voices (nice to have)

  About Medici Road

  Medici Road is a nonprofit community development corporation addressing the intersection of poverty and race through education, housing, and public health solutions. We use community co-creation, data analysis, and human-centered design to create lasting change in Southwest Atlanta and beyond.

  Requirements

•        Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Architecture, Community Development, Public Administration, or related field2-3 years in community program coordination, organizing, or similar role
•        Strong organizational and project management skills—ability to juggle multiple initiativesHands-on content creation experience: graphics (Canva required, Adobe preferred), videos, written materials
•        Proficiency with social media scheduling tools (Hootsuite, Buffer, Meta Business Suite) and email platforms (Mailchimp,
• Constant Contact)
•        Excellent communication skills—can write compelling copy, design graphics, and engage diverse stakeholdersExperience working in/with communities of color and underserved neighborhoods
•        Creative problem-solver with genuine passion for community developmentAtlanta area residency (proximity to Campbellton Road preferred)
•        Availability for 4 days/week in-office and regular evening/weekend events

  Nice to Have:

  Podcast production or audio/video editing experience
•        Website content management and photography skills

  What Success Looks Like

  After one year: trusted relationships with residents and leaders, thriving community leadership council, 12+ successful events, robust communications with consistent engagement, and clear pathways for residents to shape the initiative.

  Benefits

  $50,000-$60,000 based on experience
•        Comprehensive benefits packageCompetitive PTO with increased accrual
•        Professional development opportunitiesFlexible work arrangement (4 days in-office, 1 remote)

  All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

  Medici Road is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.