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Published 9/22/25 7:23PM

Communications Consultant

Remote, Work can be performed from anywhere in United States
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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    November 17, 2025
    End Date:
    June 30, 2026
    Application Deadline:
    October 1, 2025
    Education:
    2-Year Degree Required
    Experience Level:
    Mid-level
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Philanthropy

    Description

    Key Responsibilities

    • Craft and distribute messaging across:
      • Social media (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, BlueSky)
      • Create Instagram account ahead of the 2026 Convening and run content regularly before, during, and after the Convening
      • Convening and monthly FCCP newsletters and email campaigns (through MailChimp)
      • Internal channels (Slack, Monday.com, WordPress knowledge)
    • Work directly and closely with web developer and Convening consultants regarding Convening needs, particularly registration administration
    • Check FCCP Convening emails regularly and often
    • Collaborate across teams (program, membership development, events, operations) for consistent messaging
    • Be comfortable multitasking and receiving assignments from multiple people
    • Monitor public perception, analyze sentiment, and recommend improvements
    • Represent FCCP as a consultant in virtual and in-person forums; manage communications inquiries
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, members, and partners
    • Stay updated on communications best practices within philanthropy
    • Maintain internal communications: team updates, meeting minutes, presentations
    • Use online technology comfortably to support virtual programs, such as Zoom, sharing screen capabilities, and advancing PowerPoint slides
    • Support urgent communications needs and help manage sensitive issues
    • Assist with marketing campaigns promoting FCCP’s membership, programs, and events
    • Ensure all communications adhere to NEO’s security regulations
    • Actively participate in team meetings and provide progress updates
    • Other duties as assigned. Flexibility is essential for the role

    QUALIFYING SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

    • Demonstrated commitment to the principles of racial justice, equity, and an inclusive democracy
    • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience relevant to the role
    • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines while maintaining excellent attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
    • Must be effective, creative, flexible, organized, detail-oriented, and possess a high degree of emotional intelligence to work independently and with a team
    • Positive, customer-focused attitude with a sense of humor.
    • High standards of excellence and a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
    • Outstanding interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen effectively
    • Ability and willingness to periodically travel, attend events in person, and occasionally execute tasks during weekends for high-priority projects. Must be able to adhere to travel and/or in-person event requirements and procedures
    • Ability to multitask and accommodate different time zone working hours
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications is required
    • Proficiency with Slack, Canva, Adobe Acrobat, and MailChimp is preferred

    COMPENSATION & LOCATION

    Compensation: Commensurate with experience and other relevant factors, the salary range for the role is $$55–$70/hour.

    Location: This is a remote position that may require some travel to attend in-person events, and occasional work outside of typical business hours for high-priority projects. FCCP principally operates on Eastern time zone hours and all employees, regardless of geographic location, will be expected to work within these hours.

    Location

    Remote
    Work can be performed from anywhere in United States
    Associated Location
    New York, NY, USA

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