Engagement & Communications Specialist

Natün Guatemala is a non-profit, multidisciplinary, majority Maya-led organization passionate about elevating the leadership, rights and capacity of Indigenous people in Guatemala. Our mission is to advance education, nutrition & health and economic development, through community-led initiatives which build on existing resources and knowledge.

The Donor Engagement & Communications Specialist plays a vital role in sharing the impact of Natün’s work with current and potential supporters through compelling storytelling and strategic donor engagement. This position combines field-based content creation with donor cultivation and stewardship. We seek a dynamic communicator who can craft impactful narratives while building meaningful relationships with donors and program participants.

Responsibilities

Content Creation & Field Work:

• Conduct regular program visits to document program impact through writing, photography, and video
• Create compelling written content, including impact stories, website text, blogs, and newsletter articles
• Develop and maintain a content calendar aligned with organizational priorities
• Ensure all content reflects our values and commitment to dignity and cultural sensitivity

Donor Cultivation & Fundraising:

• Identify opportunities and develop strategies for donor engagement
• Write and coordinate donor correspondence, including updates, appeals, and stewardship materials
• Develop and execute donor acquisition and retention strategies
• Support management in the development and execution of the annual fundraising calendar, including campaigns, giving days, and events

Strategic Support:

• Analyze communication effectiveness and donor engagement metrics
• Support development of fundraising and engagement strategies
• Assist with donor events and site visits, including translating between English and Spanish
• Provide strategic input on donor cultivation approaches

Profile

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Experience in storytelling, journalism, or content creation
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and experience working in cross-cultural environments
• Experience in donor relations or fundraising, ideally in donor cultivation strategies
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and ethical storytelling
• Ability to conduct regular field visits in rural communities
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Passionate about Indigenous rights and community-led development
• Understanding of dignity-based development communications
• Experience with digital content management
• Interest in the multicultural context of rural Indigenous communities in Sololá / Guatemala

The successful applicant will work in Guatemala (location flexible) for a minimum 2-year commitment. We have a flexible working-from-home policy, but a regular presence in the Panajachel office and field (Sololá department) will be necessary.

We offer

• Job stability
• A competitive local salary range of ($900-1,100) and benefits package
• Opportunity for significant professional growth within the organization
• A kind, collaborative, forward-thinking team in a beautiful location in the Guatemalan Highlands