The Communications Manager is directly responsible for developing and implementing the messaging and media strategy of PCY, including creating a communications plan to advance PCY’s agenda, build public support and win policy victories.
Successful candidates will be values driven, self-motivated, detail oriented, resourceful, and have experience in communications and advocacy. They will be able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment that requires adaptability to shifting priorities, a keen sense of urgency, and a commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities:
Strategy
- Develop, articulate, and oversee implementation of a strategic plan for communications.
- Identify opportunities for organizational growth and lead strategies to take advantage of these opportunities, including internal systems and processes.
-Work collaboratively with other departments to create marketing and communications strategies to support their goals.
Content Development
- Provide written content and messaging for press-releases, brochures, publications, newsletters, website content and speaking opportunities.
-Support PCY’s fundraising efforts by producing content for grants, proposals, and other funder materials.
- Graphically design PCY’s print and web materials. Media Relations
- Forge meaningful partnerships with a wide range of local and statewide outlets; build increasing coverage of PCY, our partners, and our issues.
- Manage media relations (inflow and outreach) and ensure message consistency across channels.
- Arrange special events that may facilitate media coverage of issues relevant to the goals of the organization. Online Management
- Maintain PCY’s social media platforms and strategically grow our online reach.
- Manage PCY’s website content and design; produce regular email communications.
- Optimize online marketing channels.
Other duties as needed and assigned.