Communications Coordinator-Projects and Events

The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation is a private, nonpartisan foundation that provides access to opportunities that help people achieve financial stability, upward mobility, and economic prosperity – regardless of race, gender, or geography. The Foundation uses its grantmaking, research, programs, affiliates, and initiatives to support the start and growth of new businesses, a more prepared workforce, and stronger communities. Our work is grounded in the principles of racial equity, diversity, and inclusion and is consistent with the aspirations of our founder, Ewing Marion Kauffman.

Based in Kansas City, Missouri, the Kauffman Foundation is one of the largest foundations in the United States with an asset base of approximately $3 billion. While striving to have national impact and global reach, the Foundation is deeply committed to Kansas City, as evidenced by work on initiatives that reach into neighborhoods and enrich the community and quality of life in the region. For more information about the Foundation, please visit the website at www.kauffman.org.
 

• Coordinate Strategic Communications projects and events from planning through completion, ensuring all tasks, timelines, and logistics are executed effectively.
• Support the development and tracking of project timelines, budgets, and deliverables, escalating risks or challenges to the Senior Manager.
• Assist with project-specific communication plans and ensure updates are shared with stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Foundation colleagues and contracted vendors to support events, sponsorships, and communications initiatives.
• Provide logistical support for events, including scheduling, vendor coordination, collateral preparation, and on-site execution.
• Prepare project documentation, updates, and reports for the Senior Manager.
• Track sponsorship deliverables to ensure commitments are met and documented.
• Contribute to post-project evaluations and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Support other communications team priorities and special assignments as needed.
• Represent the Foundation with professionalism at internal and external events.

• Demonstrates ability to coordinate multiple projects and tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Possesses strong organizational and logistical skills.
• Has the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.
• Has experience working with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Has the ability to maintain composure in dynamic or high-pressure situations.
• Is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment of feedback, revision, and flexibility.
• Possesses a passion for “doing what’s right,” with unquestioned integrity, positive ethics and values reflective of the Kauffman Foundation.
• Has strong computer literacy skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications and platforms including Event Brite, EventMobi, and Zoom.