Communications and Development Manager

Abundant Housing LA is a non-profit organization dedicated to solving LA County’s housing affordability crisis by advocating for more housing at all levels of affordability and making those homes easier to build. Our vision is an LA County where everyone has access to an affordable home, in the neighborhood of their choice, without the need to rely on a car. We are looking for people who share these goals to join us. Read more at https://abundanthousingla.org/

Role Summary:

The Communications & Development Manager is a key role responsible for shaping Abundant Housing LA’s public voice, crafting and executing messaging strategies, and increasing the organization’s public engagement and awareness. This position will be responsible for media relations, external digital communications, social media, and donor engagement. This is a highly visible and impactful role that will help shape pro-housing messaging across Los Angeles County.

The ideal candidate is flexible, adaptable, an excellent writer, and a strategic thinker who is equally comfortable crafting a compelling narrative, managing donor relationships, and executing campaigns that convert supporters into long-term champions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Communications

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy that advances Abundant Housing LA’s mission and policy goals.
• Serve as lead writer and editor for external communications, including:
  • Website content
  • Email newsletters
  • Social media posts and campaigns
  • Press releases, op-eds, and media pitches
• Manage relationships with reporters and respond to media inquiries in coordination with the Executive Director.
• Translate complex housing policy into clear, persuasive, and accessible messaging and talking points for diverse audiences.
• Maintain consistent branding, tone, and voice across all platforms.
• Design and format publishable products such as flyers, reports, press releases, and other external facing materials

Development & Fundraising

• Lead the creation of new, compelling messaging strategies directed and current and potential donors
• Lead the creation and management of an annual communications and appeals calendar
• Develop and execute digital fundraising strategies and campaigns (annual giving, digital appeals).
• Manage individual donor engagement, including regular donor communications.
• Draft, design, and create printed fundraising mailers and other materials

Cross-Organizational Support

• Collaborate with policy, education, and organizing staff to align communications with priorities.
• Support events, briefings, and public-facing programs as needed.
• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational growth efforts.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, digital communications, or a related field
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms.
• Experience with individual donor fundraising and/or digital fundraising campaigns preferred.
• Familiarity and interest in housing policy, land use, or related social justice issues is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing social media platforms and web management
• Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable working in a small, fast-paced organization.
• Strong alignment with Abundant Housing LA’s mission and values.

Work Environment and Benefits:

• Abundant Housing LA offers a comprehensive benefits package including a generous time off policy, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a matching 401(k).
• AHLA offers a hybrid in-office/telework environment, based in Downtown LA.
• We strive to facilitate a culture that focuses on the importance of work-life balance, geared toward collaboration, accountability, and flexible hours.
• We are deeply committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where our differences broaden our awareness, enrich our experiences, and are the basis of our collective strength. We welcome candidates/employees of color, members of underrepresented ethnic or socioeconomic populations, and bilingual/multilingual speakers.