Marketing & Communications Manager

Description:

Location: Kansas City Metro Area

Organization: Futures First
Job Type: Full-time, Manager

Compensation: The role described below offers a base salary of $50,000 - $65,000. Your offer will be determined based on how your qualifications align with the requirements of the position and internal equity. In addition to the stated salary, Futures First Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits plan.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching up to 2%
• Yearly 5% employer retirement contribution
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Rolling Paid Holidays (Instead of a fixed holiday schedule, employees may observe holidays that reflect their personal, cultural, or religious beliefs.)
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid Model)
  

Lead With Purpose at One of the Region’s Premier Nonprofits

Are you ready to take on a key manager role at one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in the Kansas City metro? Futures First is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager to join our dynamic team. As a trusted leader in the community, Futures First has been strengthening families, supporting early education, and promoting economic stability for 145 years. We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive, and we need an experienced finance executive to help guide our financial strategy and sustainability.

Futures First Theory of Change

At Futures First we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for success. Our Theory of Change focuses on addressing early childhood education, economic stability, and family well-being to create lasting community impact. We invest in evidence-based programs, advocacy, and partnerships to ensure children and families receive the support they need to thrive. As Marketing & Communications Manager, you will play a crucial role in sustaining this vision, ensuring financial strategies align with our long-term goals and community impact.

The Marketing and Communications Manager leads integrated digital marketing efforts to elevate the Futures First brand, amplify its mission, and engage diverse audiences. In collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Director, this role manages and executes email marketing, social media, and communications that drive engagement and support organizational goals. The manager creates compelling, mission-driven content, manages targeted campaigns, and works cross-functionally to gather stories, promote programs and events, and maintain a consistent brand presence across all channels. This position requires a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution, leveraging analytics to optimize performance while ensuring alignment with organizational values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of the organization’s email marketing program, including segmentation, list management, performance analysis, and ongoing optimization to maximize engagement and conversions.
• Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of the organization’s social media program, including content planning, platform management, audience engagement, paid advertising campaigns, performance analysis, and ongoing optimization to maximize reach, engagement, conversions, and overall impact.
• Develop and execute digital marketing and advertising campaigns, optimize website content and SEO for visibility, and track performance metrics to inform and improve future strategies.
• Create compelling digital and print assets to support programs, events, and outreach, including landing pages, event registration forms, and other digital storytelling tools.
• Gather program updates, impact stories, and staff highlights to enhance content and storytelling across channels.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure messaging consistency, campaign alignment, and brand cohesion.
• Maintain and support the organization’s brand voice, visual identity, and messaging consistency across all channels.
• Stay current on digital marketing trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve strategy and execution.

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficiency in marketing platforms (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Wordpress, Meta Business Suite, Active Campaign or similar email platforms, Salesforce, etc.).
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience working collaboratively across teams and departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations, preferred.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and donor engagement strategies, preferred.
• Graphic design or video editing skills, preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, with a strong focus on email and social media.
• Experience in marketing or related fields may be accepted in lieu of a degree.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.

Why Join Futures First?

At Futures First, you will be part of a highly respected organization that positively impacts thousands of children and families across the metro area. We offer a collaborative and mission-driven culture where innovation, compassion, and excellence thrive. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference—while working with a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your success.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

Futures First is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Dr. Gino Taylor at hrdept@futuresfirstkc.org to discuss your needs.