Communications Manager

Do you believe in the power of storytelling to drive social change?

Are you passionate about advancing gender equity and amplifying the voices of girls and women in underserved communities?

We are currently in search of a Communications Manager at a nonprofit organization with a mission to support and provide resources to at-risk girls for economic empowerment in African countries. The position is a full-time permanent remote role in USA.

LOCATION: Remote

POSITION TITLE: Communications Manager

DURATION: Full-time, Permanent

SALARY: $65k - $68k

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related field.
• Proven experience in a communications role, preferably in the non-profit or global development sector.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on journalistic storytelling.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement successful communication strategies.
• Experience with social media management, digital content creation, and digital marketing.
• Deep sensitivity to gender equity and empowerment narratives.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

How You Will Spend Your Day:

Strategic Communication Planning:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Serve as a communications advisor to the Executive Director and senior leadership.

Storytelling & Content Creation:

• Create compelling written and visual content for newsletters, blogs, donor outreach, website, and social media.
• Elevate the stories of program participants to inspire support and awareness.

Media Relations:

• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers.
• Identify and leverage media trends for proactive and reactive storytelling opportunities.
• Prepare spokespeople for media engagements and interviews.

Social Media Management:

• Manage and grow the organization’s presence across key platforms.
• Develop and implement data-informed campaigns to increase engagement and reach.

Internal Communication:

• Facilitate clear, consistent communication among internal teams and across global operations.
• Ensure organizational alignment around messaging and mission.

Crisis Communication:

• Develop and implement crisis communication plans to protect organizational reputation and ensure rapid response.

Collaboration & Capacity Building:

• Work collaboratively with global and local teams to gather information and maintain brand consistency.
• Provide communication training and strategic guidance to partner organizations in Kenya.

We’d love to hear from you.

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