Communications and Advocacy Manager

Food Connect is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging the gaps in our food system to build healthier communities. We’re passionate about leveraging technology, storytelling, and real-time collaboration to create a more thoughtful, sustainable, and connected food system.

We are seeking a dynamic and hands-on part time Communications & Advocacy Manager to lead external communications, partner with our founder on key messaging and narrative strategy, and track communications performance metrics across the organization. The ideal candidate is both a storyteller and a strategist - someone who can translate vision into content, and content into impact.

This role is remote, part-time, and will report directly to the Founder and Executive Director.

Responsibilities:

Communications Strategy & Content Ownership

• Own and manage Food Connect’s communication calendar, messaging priorities, and digital advocacy campaigns
• Draft and distribute monthly newsletters, ensuring alignment with organizational milestones and fundraising needs
• Translate the founder’s vision and organizational strategy into compelling content for partners, donors, and the broader public
• Write, edit, and manage core communications such as press releases, donor letters, updates, and one-pagers
• Collaborate with design team (including graphic designer) to produce branded, high-quality visual content

Advocacy, Visibility & Thought Leadership

• Partner with leadership to elevate Food Connect’s presence across advocacy platforms, coalitions, and media
• Draft talking points, op-eds, and thought leadership content that reflects the organization’s mission and tone
• Support and amplify the voice of the founder through consistent messaging, interview prep, and speechwriting

Metrics, KPIs & Cross-Team Collaboration

• Set and track KPIs across communication channels (newsletters, social media, media mentions, open rates, etc.)
• Use data insights to refine messaging strategies and demonstrate impact to stakeholders
• Work closely with development, program, and partnership teams to align on message timing, content needs, and outreach goals

Candidate Qualifications and Traits

• 5–7 years of experience in nonprofit communications, advocacy, or public affairs
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Proven ability to own and manage projects from start to finish with minimal supervision
• Experience tracking communication KPIs and presenting performance data clearly
• Tech-savvy, with familiarity using tools like Mailchimp, Google Analytics, Canva, or equivalent
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and remote environment
• Passion for food justice, equity, and community-centered work

Our Values

Awareness – You communicate clearly, even in complexity

Courage – You own your voice and take initiative

Passion – You believe in the mission and the message

Curiosity – You ask the right questions to drive clarity

Integrity – You deliver what you say you will

To Apply:

Send your resume and 1–2 writing samples to hiring@foodconnectgroup.com with the subject line: Communications & Advocacy Manager – Food Connect