Manager of Marketing and Communications at KIPP

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Feb, 26

Salary

51000.0

Posted On

24 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Social Media, Email Marketing, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Digital Media, Public Relations, Community Engagement, Analytics, Collaboration, Fundraising, Recruitment

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Company Description KIPP KIPP Public Schools is a national network of tuition-free public schools educating nearly 190,000 students in grades Prek-12 across 21 states and Washington, DC. While each of our schools is as unique as the community to which it belongs, we are united around a shared promise: Together, A Future Without Limits. You can learn more at www.kipp.org. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is part of the KIPP national network. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose – college, career, and beyond – so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. In the 2025-2026 school year, the KIPP Jacksonville region will be comprised of four schools educating more than 3,000 students, kindergarten through twelfth grade in the North and West sides of Jacksonville, Florida. KIPP Impact Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP VOICE Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP Bessie Coleman Academy: Kindergarten - 8th grade KIPP Bold City High School: 9th - 12th grade In the current school year, teachers at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools work the following hours Monday through Friday and may have occasional meetings or special school events outside of these hours. Hours for teachers and students may vary slightly by school. K-8 Staff: 7:30am - 4:30pm, K-8 Students: 8:00am - 3:30pm, Wednesday K-8 student dismissal is at 1:30pm High School Staff: 6:45am - 3:45pm, High School Students: 7:15am - 2:30pm, Wednesday High School student dismissal is at 12:30pm. Every Wednesday is a student early release day, which allows teachers to participate in weekly professional development and content team meetings. *This doesn’t include Wellness Wednesdays when all staff leave at student dismissal. To support these schools, we will employ more than 400 full-time staff members. We seek educators and colleagues that represent our core values of high expectations, growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. To learn more about what it is like to work and teach at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please visit www.kippjax.org/teach where you can also view all of our job postings. Why Teach at KIPP? At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools - especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy, Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. The KIPP Difference Respect - For our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth, and for the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for students Support - As our teachers progress through the day, the year, and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead and support to grow Purpose - Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. We need talented teachers to realize it. Shape the future for your students and yourself by joining us in our work. Job Description Role Overview The Manager of Marketing and Communications (MoMC) drives brand visibility and internal cohesion across KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools by leading regional marketing, storytelling, and communications efforts. This role champions external engagement—including student and teacher recruitment campaigns—and ensures internal communication systems are aligned and effective. The MoMC builds community trust, leads digital strategy, and ensures KIPP Jacksonville is known as a high-quality, joyful, and equitable organization. This is a year-round, full-time position on the Shared Services team and collaborates closely with the School Operations, Talent, and External Affairs teams. Key Responsibilities Marketing Strategy & Brand Visibility In partnership with the COO, create and execute a comprehensive branding strategy for student recruitment, teacher recruitment, and community awareness. Manage digital and print campaigns (e.g., social media ads, radio, billboards, flyers) to increase local brand recognition. Oversee marketing budgets in collaboration with the Student Recruitment and Talent teams. Align all media content to brand guidelines and strategic goals. Digital Media Management Lead all regional social media accounts and develop a clear content calendar. Oversee the design and updates of the regional website. Develop and implement email campaigns and newsletters for families, staff, and external stakeholders. Monitor analytics and engagement data to inform strategy adjustments. Internal & External Communications Write press releases, op-eds, and feature stories that elevate KIPP Jacksonville’s voice in the community. Support communication needs related to annual fundraisers and donor events in partnership with the Development team. Serve as the central point of contact for all staff-facing and public-facing communications. Design & Collateral Development Design high-impact marketing materials, such as fact cards, event signage, and school-specific recruitment items. Create branded regional “swag” (e.g., shirts, gifts, nameplates, email signatures). Ensure consistent brand identity across presentations, social posts, and printed media. Maintain and organize a photo archive and public relations clippings for use in future storytelling. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in marketing, communications, or a related field Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously Exceptional written, visual, and verbal communication skills Proficiency in social media platforms, email marketing tools, and CMS/web management Comfort with graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint) Highly Preferred Experience in a nonprofit, charter school, or mission-driven organization Understanding of brand strategy and storytelling in educational or equity-focused settings Familiarity with photography, video editing, or content management systems Additional Information This is a full-time, year-round position based at the KIPP Jacksonville Regional Office. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with some flexibility required around major events, campaign launches, or media deadlines. After initial onboarding this role will have a hybrid work schedule with 3 days required in office each week and two days remote. Pay and Compensation Base pay starts at $51,000 and is commensurate on experience Individual health benefits (including medical, dental and vision) 403(b) retirement program with a company match All staff members receive individualized support and professional development APPLY Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville NOTE: If you're a current KIPP Jacksonville team member and are interested in applying, you should 1) let your current manager know that you're interested and 2) complete the application in its entirety online. QUESTIONS If you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email LaShawnda at [email protected] Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.

Responsibilities

The Manager of Marketing and Communications drives brand visibility and internal cohesion by leading regional marketing and communications efforts. This role includes managing digital campaigns, overseeing internal communications, and ensuring effective community engagement.