Communications Consultant (Temporary 5 Month Assignment)

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, edit, schedule and publish content for NMA and API social media channels, newsletters and the NMA website.
• Translate research, advocacy, legal, policy, program and event information into clear, accessible content tailored to each organization and audience.
• Maintain editorial calendars and coordinate content, approvals and deadlines with staff and leadership across both organizations.
• Manage day-to-day social media activity, community engagement and timely escalation of sensitive or reputational issues.
• Support organic and paid campaigns, event promotion and live coverage, including coordination with internal teams and external partners.
• Update and quality-check NMA website content, applying accessibility, copyright, privacy and search engine optimization practices.
• Develop, format and distribute NMA newsletters and other email communications, and help maintain accurate subscriber lists.
• Track social media, website and newsletter performance; provide concise reports and recommendations to improve reach, engagement and results.
• Maintain secure, organized communications workflows, account permissions, asset libraries and documentation.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least six years of professional communications or social media experience in an association, nonprofit, agency or similar environment.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to adapt voice, tone and format for distinct organizations, audiences and platforms.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media channels, editorial calendars, websites and email newsletters.
• Experience creating multimedia content, managing digital campaigns and using content management, email marketing and analytics tools.
• Sound editorial judgment and the ability to communicate complex or sensitive information clearly, accurately and promptly.
• strong project management skills and the ability to work independently, collaborate across teams and manage competing deadlines.
• Knowledge of journalism, the news media industry, public policy, membership associations or nonprofit organizations is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.