Communications Manager

About IMPACT Silver Spring

IMPACT’s mission is to bring about a more racially just and economically equitable Montgomery County by co-creating spaces based on community priorities that foster trusting relationships, and building people’s capacities to transform their lives, communities and systems.

Position Overview

The Communications Manager plays a critical role in advancing IMPACT’s mission by managing our external communications efforts. This position involves creating and implementing strategies to enhance our presence across various media platforms, fostering community engagement and developing materials that are consistent across communications channels. The Communications Manager will work closely with the Co-Executive Directors and other staff to ensure effective communication of our activities and impact to both program participants and supporters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Develop and implement a social media strategy, create social media posts, engage with community members online and respond to enhance the organization's online presence.
• Attend programs and events in East County, Wheaton, Long Branch, and Gaithersburg to capture the essence of our work by photographing, conducting interviews, and gathering content for newsletters, social media, and reporting purposes.
• Maintain and update the organization's website, suggesting and implementing improvements to enhance user experience and content relevance.
• Produce and distribute a monthly newsletter via MailChimp, ensuring it effectively communicates the organization's activities, achievements, and needs.
• Create and manage other organizational publications, including press releases, publicity materials, and year-end reports, to ensure consistent and impactful messaging.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• Proven experience in communications, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
• Strong proficiency in social media management, website maintenance, and email marketing tools (e.g., MailChimp, CRM databases, Wordpress).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for the mission of IMPACT Silver Spring and a commitment to building a more just and equitable Montgomery County.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred.

Salary and Benefits

This is a part-time hourly position, requiring an average of 20 hours per week. We believe in fostering a supportive work environment that values both in-office collaboration and the benefits of remote work. The balance may vary based on organizational needs, but attendance at in-person staff meetings, team collaboration days, and other designated events is essential for team alignment and engagement. Compensation is $29/hour. Part-time employees are eligible to enroll in MDSaves Retirement Savings Program.

Interested candidates should send their cover letter with resume electronically to jobs@impactsilverspring.org. The application process will be open until the position is filled. No phone inquiries please.

Part-time employees are eligible to enroll in MDSaves Retirement Savings Program.

Bilingual abilities are preferred.