Responsibilities

• Strategy Leadership
• Develop and implement communications plans aligned with our goals and campaigns.
• Lead narrative development and strategy across all campaigns and initiatives.
• Ensure a consistent, community-rooted voice and branding across all platforms.
• Develop and align public relations, donor relations, and campaign communications strategies.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communications initiatives.
• Proactively identify communications risks and opportunities in political, cultural, and media landscapes.
• Media Relations
• Monitor media to identify opportunities and risks.
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, editors, influencers, community partners, and government agencies to promote campaigns, events, and press conferences.

Requirements

• A strong commitment to social, economic, and racial justice.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in both English and Spanish.
• Prior experience in the communications field, preferably within a nonprofit or advocacy setting.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• A valid driver’s license. Mileage compensation and car rental options are available for work-related travel.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to become proficient in relevant software and platforms such as EveryAction, Constant Contact, Microsoft Suite, Adobe, Canva, analytics platforms, media databases, and similar tools.
• Experience in supervising staff and/or contractors.
• Strong project management in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.

Benefits

• 32-hour workweek with full-time benefits.
• Generous benefits package including:
• 100% medical insurance coverage (includes dental and vision).
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• 18 paid holidays and days off.
• 401K retirement match plan.