Director of Communications

EmpowHERto partners with black and Latina girls and young women from underserved communities between 14-21, empowering them with the necessary tools to thrive and effect positive systemic change.

EmpowHERto is seeking a self motivated and talented Volunteer Director of Communications to lead our Communications and Marketing departments. Reporting to the founder the Director of Communications will be responsible for producing high quality content that engages our audience and builds brand recognition. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator with outstanding presentation and organizational skills.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective communication strategies to build customer loyalty, brand awareness, and customer satisfaction.
• Create informative and engaging press releases, press kits, newsletters, articles, and other marketing materials.
• Plan and manage the design, content, and production of all marketing materials.
• Collaborate with the communications and marketing teams to generate new ideas and strategies.
• Supervise projects to ensure all content is publication ready and aligns with the organization's brand voice and guidelines.
• Prepare detailed media activity reports and analyze performance metrics.
• Create communication and marketing strategies for new products, launches, events, and promotions.
• Lead and mentor the marketing and public relations staff.
• Respond to communication related issues in a timely and professional manner.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven leadership experience in team management, event coordination, or strategic planning, preferably in a nonprofit or volunteer setting.
• Proven experience creating targeted content is advantageous.
• Experience working in a non
• profit organization is a plus
• Strong knowledge of communication practices and techniques.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and communication tools.
• Experience with digital marketing and social media strategies.
• Creative thinking and problem
• solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

EmpowHERto is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.