Responsibilities

• Translate the CEO’s voice into enterprise-wide clarity — synthesize vision, strategy, and priorities into language that is clear, compelling, and actionable across audiences.
• Serve as a trusted narrative partner to the CEO — shape messaging, framing, and positioning for key moments including board engagement, media, partner convenings, and internal milestones.
• Act as a frontline spokesperson when required — represent the organization with authority and alignment, ensuring message fidelity and tone consistency in high-visibility settings.
• Architect and steward the organizational narrative — define and evolve the story that connects mission, strategy, impact, and future direction.
• Position the organization as a field-shaping thought leader— proactively develop perspectives, commentary, and platforms that influence sector dialogue and elevate institutional credibility.
• Ensure message coherence across all channels — align internal, external, digital, and stakeholder communications to reinforce strategic priorities and brand identity.
• Translate complex strategy into accessible language — distill nuanced operational, financial, and policy concepts into communications that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Prepare leadership for high-stakes moments — develop talking points, briefings, and scenario messaging for public appearances, media inquiries, and critical organizational updates.
• Monitor external narratives and manage reputation risk — anticipate issues, guide response strategy, and protect organizational trust.
• Cultivate media and strategic relationships — build relationships with journalists, partners, and influencers that expand reach and reinforce authority.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, preferably in a nonprofit, public sector, or mission-driven organization.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage content across digital platforms (social media, websites, e-newsletters, etc.).
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Experience with communications tools and platforms (e.g., MailChimp, Canva, WordPress, social media management tools).
• Basic understanding of media relations, including drafting press materials and engaging with journalists or outlets.
• Ability to analyze communications metrics and translate insights into strategy adjustments.
• Strong project management and organizational skills; able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborative and flexible mindset; comfortable working with both internal teams and external partners/consultants.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience with photography, videography, or basic video editing.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Group life insurance
• 4% 401(k) contribution
• Paid parental leave after 12 months
• Generous holiday schedule
• Paid time off
• Remote work stipend
• Flexible work schedule
• Computer, monitor, docking station, keyboard, mouse, webcam, and printer provided
• Staff development opportunities