Marketing and Communications Coordinator

The Austin Community Food Co-op, a newly formed member-owned initiative, is seeking a Marketing and Communications Coordinator to shape its visual identity across platforms and engage a growing network of residents, donors, volunteers, and partners. Based in Chicago, IL with a hybrid work setup, this role combines remote coordination with on-site collaboration to promote fundraising efforts and create compelling online experiences that support revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and elevate the co-op's visual identity across platforms and community touchpoints.
• Support the promotion of fundraising events and outreach marketing initiatives.
• Manage the day-to-day communications and marketing activities of the co-op.
• Craft a meaningful online experience for Austin residents, the co-op community, donors, volunteers, and partners to drive annual revenue growth.
• Collaborate with the Community Relations Coordinator and the Visual Design Consultant to form the ACFC 2026 Team, with updates presented at the monthly board meeting.

Requirements

• Self-motivated with high energy and familiarity with the Austin community.
• Access to reliable transportation is essential for community engagement and event support.
• Hybrid work arrangement including remote work, a coworking space, and on-site field duties as needed.
• Access to standard office equipment such as computers, telephone, printer/copier, scanner, and file storage.
• Interest in growing with the initiative, with adaptability and strong organizational skills to work with a virtual, expanding team.

Mission

The Austin Community Food Co-op is a newly incorporated cooperative that aims to empower the Austin community by providing access to local food through a member-owned grocery store and educational opportunities to boost food literacy. The organization envisions strengthening health, wellness, and the local economy through cooperation, valuing healthy living, economic and democratic education, collaboration, integrity, equity, and solidarity.

Job Summary

The organization seeks a Marketing and Communications Coordinator who can lead and elevate the co-op’s visual identity across platforms and touchpoints. The role includes assisting in fundraising promotions and outreach marketing, managing day-to-day communications and marketing activities, and creating a meaningful online experience for Austin residents to support revenue growth.

Location

Chicago, IL (hybrid)

Compensation

Hourly rate: USD 30

How to apply

• Email your resume and work samples to [email protected]. Subject line should read: Your Name & position.
• No phone calls