We are dedicated to our mission.

Creating a vibrant and inclusive community where everyone thrives and embracing the rich cultural heritage of Africa through our work.

Welcome to the African Center for Community Development.

We strive to foster a thriving and engaged African community by promoting cultural understanding, social and economic integration, and civic participation. Whether you’re a newcomer to the United States or a long-time resident, the African Center is your home away from home, providing invaluable resources to empower individuals, families, and businesses to thrive in Madison and Dane County.

The African Center’s journey began over half a century ago, coinciding with the gradual influx of Africans into Dane County for reasons such as education, employment, immigration, and family reunification. Our organization was established to meet needs of the growing African population and to provide for comprehensive social and educational services. As our community has expanded, so has our commitment to integrating African immigrants and facilitating cultural exchanges to enhance their success to foster understanding and enhance their success.

Our Mission

To promote the well-being of African immigrants and preserve the vibrancy of African cultures in Madison and Dane County through education, service, entrepreneurship, empowerment, and dialogue.

Our Vision

To facilitate the inclusion of African immigrants into the Madison and Dane County communities while maintaining knowledge and appreciation of their cultures of origin.

Our Values

We value the strengthening of family bonds and the development of sustainable social and business networks that will enable the African community to thrive in Madison and Dane County.

Word from our Executive Director

Meet Our Staff

Join Our Team - We are Hiring

Grants and Communications Coordinator

Part-Time | Madison, WI | $25/hr | Reports to Executive Director

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and organized Grants and Communications Coordinator to secure funding that sustains our mission and help tell our community’s story. This part-time position reports directly to the Executive Director and focuses primarily on grant research, writing, and management, with strategic communications support. The ideal candidate combines strong grant writing expertise with the ability to communicate our impact clearly and compellingly across multiple platforms.

Primary Responsibilities

Grant Research, Writing, and Submission (70%)

Research and identify grant opportunities from government agencies, private foundations, and corporate donors aligned with African Center’s mission and programs
Lead development and submission of competitive proposals, including letters of inquiry, narratives, budgets, logic models, and supporting documentation
Maintain a grant tracking system with deadlines, submission requirements, and funder communication logs
Collaborate with the Executive Director to prioritize funding needs and align proposals with organizational strategy
Monitor compliance with grant terms, deliverables, and reporting schedules for all active awards
Prepare interim and final reports demonstrating program outcomes and community impact
Work with finance team to ensure accurate budget tracking and expenditure documentation

Strategic Communications Support (30%)

Update website content to reflect current programs, impact stories, and organizational news
Support social media strategy by drafting posts, creating content calendars, and engaging with community followers
Assist with development of newsletters, donor updates, and marketing materials that highlight African Center’s work
Help prepare communication materials for fundraising campaigns and community events
Maintain brand consistency across all external communications

Additional Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective funders
Represent African Center in meetings with grant agencies and community partners as needed
Develop grant writing templates and tools to strengthen organizational capacity
Support cultivation of corporate sponsors and funding partnerships
Provide basic training to staff on proposal components and compliance requirements

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or related field
Minimum 3 years of grant writing experience with demonstrated success securing funding from foundations, corporations, or government sources
Exceptional writing skills with ability to craft compelling narratives that center community voice and lived experience
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage multiple deadlines independently
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and basic database/tracking systems
Commitment to African Center’s mission and cultural humility when working with immigrant and refugee communities

Preferred:

Experience with nonprofit organizations serving immigrant, refugee, or African diaspora communities
Knowledge of Dane County and Wisconsin funding landscape
Familiarity with website platforms (e.g., WordPress) and communications applications (e.g., Mailchimp)
Bilingual or multilingual skills
Experience with social media management tools and email marketing platforms
Graphic design skills for basic marketing materials

To Apply

Submit the following to ama@africancentermadison.org by Friday, February 6, 2026:

Cover letter explaining your interest in African Center’s mission and how your experience aligns with this role
Resume highlighting grant writing successes (include dollar amounts and funders when possible)
Two references