ABOUT - The Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC) is a state-based philanthropic foundation—led by Latinos and for Latinos.

We pursue civic, economic, and cultural opportunities that drive a more authentic narrative about Latinos in the state and cement a healthy and vibrant future where all Latino Coloradans will prosper.

LCFC builds on the influence and power of Latino communities throughout Colorado by investing in civic and economic development opportunities and community health and wellness and by elevating the existing work of individual leaders, nonprofit institutions, and regional communities.

Our small and nimble Denver-based team, currently working remotely, works together closely to further the LCFC mission: “to work hand in hand with our diverse communities to create culturally responsive strategies that build influence, equity and opportunity for all Latino Coloradans.”

We seek collaborative team members who embrace our values, and are committed to racial and social justice and the advancement of Latinos throughout the state of Colorado. 

THE OPPORTUNITY – The Latino Community Foundation of Colorado (LCFC) seeks a Communications Assistant to provide support in the areas of social media, website, and online marketing platforms. Learn more about our programs at Latinocfc.org.

A successful candidate will have strong writing skills, familiarity with a variety of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn +), and a passion for working within the Latino community of Colorado.

This position is part-time (10-12 hours per week) and reports to the Director of Communications and Grants Administration.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Make weekly updates to LCFC social media channels

·       Communicate with social media constituents

·       Manage occasional updates to LCFC website (Squarespace)

·       Light design work such as creating images, headers, and other social media graphics via simple online design platform, Canva by using existing templates

·       Update internal LCFC databases and other administrative duties

·       Track analytics/metrics on LCFC social media channels and website

·       Regularly attend staff meetings

QUALIFICATIONS – A successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications and experience:

·       Demonstrated strong communication skills, especially writing

·       Familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Hootsuite, and other online platforms.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills, including experience building relationships and working collaboratively in a team.

·       Understanding of and familiarity with Latino-serving nonprofits and civic groups in Colorado preferred

·       Passion for making positive, lasting change in community, and interest in the Foundation’s areas of work.

·       Ability to effectively multitask

·       Bilingual applicants (English/Spanish) strongly encouraged

SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

·       $18/ hour pay rate

·       Flexible weekly schedule to accommodate secondary employment, school, or caretaking schedule

·       Remote applicants, anywhere within the state of Colorado, will be considered

HOW TO APPLY - Upload a resume and a cover letter or portfolio (in place of a cover letter) on this page. Position open until filled with an intent for a start date of April 5, 2021.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - The Foundation does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment because of race, disability, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or any other protected classification in hiring, promoting, demoting, training, benefits, transfers, layoffs, terminations, recommendations, rates of pay or other terms and conditions of employment. Opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants based on qualifications and job requirements.