The Home for Little Wanderers
Director of Communications and Media Relations
The Home for Little Wanderers, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids.
For over 225 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped build stable lives and hopeful tomorrows for children who are abused, neglected or in at-risk circumstances. Our 30+ community-based and residential programs serve thousands of youths from birth to age 26 and their families. Many of these children are forgotten or overlooked by society and have experienced trauma, violence or shattered family lives.. As the oldest child welfare agency in America, we provide them with safe surroundings, permanent loving relationships, and a secure path toward a better, brighter future.
To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXedSArtYbg
How You Will Be Making A Difference The Director of Communications and Media Relations will report to the Senior Director of Communications and collaborate closely with the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and Senior Communications Manager. The position will be responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of the organization’s media relations strategy, including building and maintaining relationships with journalists, pitching stories, managing media inquiries, and ensuring positive media coverage for the organization along with additional communications generalist responsibilities. Job responsibilities include:
Develops and executes an annual media relations strategy that positions The Home’s mission, brand, programs, advocacy and thought leadership across relevant local, regional, and industry outlets
Identifies target media outlets, and develops proactive media plans aligned with organizational goals
Establishes and maintains strong connections with reporters and editors across various media platforms
Crafts compelling press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials to secure positive news coverage
Quickly and effectively addresses journalist requests for information and assists with crisis communications
Prepares senior leadership for media interviews to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication
In collaboration with senior communications director, proactively seeks out story opportunities for media or other channels across programs, fundraising and other agency areas
Provides support to communications team in sourcing, drafting and writing content for social media, managing social media channels, providing content for blogs, newsletters articles, etc.
Supports additional communications and media projects as needed
Education and Experience
Eight years’ experience in communications and media relations
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Experience with social media channels, WordPress or SharePoint a plus
The role is primarily remote work with a flexible schedule. However, the ability to be on-site for media interviews and PR needs across the organization’s territory whenever needed is critical, along with a willingness and desire to visit sites and attend events for story and content ideas.
Strong organizational, interpersonal skills and communication skills required.
What The Home Can Offer You In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
Extensive training to new staff
Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
And more!
Valuing Diversity We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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For over 225 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped build stable lives and hopeful tomorrows for children who are abused, neglected or in at-risk circumstances. Our 30+ community-based and residential programs serve thousands of youths from birth to age 26 and their families. Many of these children are forgotten or overlooked by society and have experienced trauma, violence or shattered family lives.. As the oldest child welfare agency in America, we provide them with safe surroundings, permanent loving relationships, and a secure path toward a better, brighter future.
To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXedSArtYbg
How You Will Be Making A Difference The Director of Communications and Media Relations will report to the Senior Director of Communications and collaborate closely with the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and Senior Communications Manager. The position will be responsible for overseeing and executing all aspects of the organization’s media relations strategy, including building and maintaining relationships with journalists, pitching stories, managing media inquiries, and ensuring positive media coverage for the organization along with additional communications generalist responsibilities. Job responsibilities include:
Develops and executes an annual media relations strategy that positions The Home’s mission, brand, programs, advocacy and thought leadership across relevant local, regional, and industry outlets
Identifies target media outlets, and develops proactive media plans aligned with organizational goals
Establishes and maintains strong connections with reporters and editors across various media platforms
Crafts compelling press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials to secure positive news coverage
Quickly and effectively addresses journalist requests for information and assists with crisis communications
Prepares senior leadership for media interviews to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication
In collaboration with senior communications director, proactively seeks out story opportunities for media or other channels across programs, fundraising and other agency areas
Provides support to communications team in sourcing, drafting and writing content for social media, managing social media channels, providing content for blogs, newsletters articles, etc.
Supports additional communications and media projects as needed
Education and Experience
Eight years’ experience in communications and media relations
Exceptional writing and editing skills
Experience with social media channels, WordPress or SharePoint a plus
The role is primarily remote work with a flexible schedule. However, the ability to be on-site for media interviews and PR needs across the organization’s territory whenever needed is critical, along with a willingness and desire to visit sites and attend events for story and content ideas.
Strong organizational, interpersonal skills and communication skills required.
What The Home Can Offer You In addition to the chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of the youth we serve, The Home for Little Wanderers offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
Health and Dental Insurance that is effective immediately upon hire
Extensive training to new staff
Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
And more!
Valuing Diversity We are committed to excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion, while simultaneously creating a culture that supports those values. We believe the differences we bring enhance our ability to provide exceptional service and care to diverse children, families, and communities. Moreover, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging align with our values and our mission to help vulnerable children and their families build permanent, positive change.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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