Eitas is a mission driven organization serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Jackson County. We strive to support choice and community inclusion for the people we serve. Eitas is seeking passionate caring people to provide services in Jackson County. We live our values of: Grace, Excellence, Nothing About Me Without Me, Teamwork, Learning, Embracing Eitas Mission.
Eitas maintains an inclusive work environment that is welcoming to all people, particularly those with a passion for social justice and equity.
Eitas is currently hiring for a Communications & Grant Coordinator:
- 8511 Hilcrest Ave., Kansas City MO 64138
- Full time schedule
- Pay range for starting salary: $26.63 per hour, more possible based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefit package, including health, vision, and dental
- Company-paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 22 days PTO earned your first year, 12 holidays, plus 1 floating holiday per year
- Hybrid remote work available
Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Create and manage engaging content for eitas’ website, newsletters, social media, brochures, and annual reports.
- Ensure consistent branding, messaging, and design across all platforms.
- Assist in planning events, presentations, and community outreach efforts that promote eitas and its mission.
- Research and identify grant opportunities that align with eitas’ mission and strategic goals.
- Write compelling, well-documented grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports for private foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
- Manage communications and grant budgets effectively.
- Create and oversee a communications plan.
The successful candidate will have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in communications or development.
- Experience managing social media, websites, and public relations activities.
- Experience in securing and managing grants or a willingness to learn.
Our employees love eitas for our competitive compensation, generous benefits, and our positive impact on the community. We are team focused, and strive to foster a tight-knit, interpersonal work environment.
To apply, send your cover letter and resume to eitashr@eitas.org
Application Deadline: 12/6/25
For more information on eitas, including information on our services and our company culture, visit our website at Eitas.
Eitas is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.