Community Engagement Manager

McAllen, TX (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 3 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own the development and execution of marketing campaigns, content creation, and community outreach, collaborating across teams to grow reach and engagement.

  • Lead multi-channel promotional campaigns and content development with a focus on reach, engagement, and organizational impact
  • Coordinate with the Social Media Manager to maintain an annual editorial and social calendar and ensure brand consistency

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute promotional and marketing campaigns for organizational programs, services, events, initiatives, and milestones across print, digital, social media, and other communication channels.
  • Develop clear, engaging written content for articles, advertising, commercials, videos, websites, newsletters, press releases, and other promotional needs for the organization and its affiliated entities, partnering with the Social Media Manager on content intended for social platforms.
  • Collaborate with the Social Media Manager to develop and maintain an annual editorial and social media calendar designed to maximize reach, engagement, and organizational impact.
  • Collaborate on the development, design, production, and distribution of marketing materials, including flyers, newsletters, banners, signage, graphics, promotional items, and other branded collateral.
  • Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, media partners, and outside agencies in the development and delivery of promotional materials and campaigns for the organization, its brands, and affiliated entities.
  • Conduct market and competitor research to identify content opportunities, emerging trends, audience needs, and gaps in the organization’s current marketing efforts.
  • Assist with maintaining and updating organizational and affiliated websites to ensure content remains accurate, relevant, and consistent with current programs and initiatives.
  • Represent the organization at community events, fairs, school visits, city meetings, presentations, partner functions, and other public-facing opportunities.
  • Identify and pursue opportunities for the organization to conduct presentations, participate in community events, and increase awareness of available programs.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with community partners, sponsors, schools, municipalities, faith-based organizations, media contacts, influencers, and other stakeholders that support the organization’s outreach efforts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
  • 2 or more years of experience in marketing, promotions, community outreach, communications, event planning, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop clear, engaging, and audience-appropriate marketing and promotional content.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Experience developing marketing and promotional materials using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable design and content creation platforms.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple campaigns, events, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously.
  • Valid, current, and non-restricted Texas driver’s license.

Preferred

  • Demonstrated experience in marketing, community outreach, public relations, promotions, or community engagement.
  • Experience planning, coordinating, and promoting community events, workshops, campaigns, or other public-facing initiatives.
  • Experience with digital marketing and online marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and website content.
  • Knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO), keyword research, website analytics, and tools such as Google Analytics.
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications, including Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, or similar multimedia design and editing software.
  • Experience with website content management, web design, or website maintenance. (Currently working with RGVision)
  • Strong copywriting, editing, and storytelling skills, particularly for marketing, promotional, media, and community-facing communications.
  • Experience working with community partners, media representatives, vendors, sponsors, or other external stakeholders.
  • Portfolio or examples of previous marketing, design, multimedia, campaign, or promotional work may be requested.
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Affordable Homes of South Texas Inc

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Affordable Homes of South Texas, Inc. (AHSTI) is a nationally recognized nonprofit expanding access to affordable housing across the Rio Grande Valley.For nearly 50 years, we’ve partnered with families, funders, and community stakeholders to make homeownership more accessible and sustainable. We guide low- to moderate-income households through the home buying process, from homeownership education and HUD-approved housing counseling to mortgage pre-approval and navigating home financing options.Our team connects first-time homebuyers to programs, grants, and mortgage assistance that make owning a home possible. At the same time, we develop subdivisions and new home communities across the RGV, offering move-in ready, energy-efficient homes designed for long-term stability.By increasing access to affordable homes for low-income families, we’re strengthening communities and creating pathways to lasting opportunity.We welcome partners and supporters who are committed to expanding affordable housing in South Texas. Let’s connect.

Founded in 1976
Mcallen, Texas, USA
41 employees (3 in marketing)
0% recommend to a friend

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
3 (7% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

Funding

Total Funding
$3M
Last Raise
$424.7K
Grant

Funding History

  • Aug 2024
    Grant • $424.7K
  • Apr 2023
    Grant • $2.6M

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
4.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
37.1%
Direct
28.7%
Referral
8.4%
Social
5.9%
Paid
7%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~41
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Community Engagement Manager

Affordable Homes of South Texas Inc · McAllen, TX · On-site