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Placement Type: Temporary
Salary: $50-55 Hourly
Start Date: 11.24.2025
Role Type: Part‑time 15‑20 hrs/wk (6‑month LTE with possibility to extend)
Reports to: Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Location: Remote position. Must be based in Seattle or anywhere in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, or Washington state.
Philanthropy Northwest is seeking a detail‑oriented and creative Communications Specialist to support the implementation of a communications and storytelling strategy for the Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program, a national initiative funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This position will focus on managing content development, coordinating public-facing communications and supporting media and partner engagement activities in collaboration with the program and communications teams.
This is an execution-oriented role well-suited for a communications professional with experience in nonprofit or public-sector storytelling, digital campaigns, media relations and community-centered content development. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and project manager who enjoys transforming complex topics into clear, compelling messages and ensuring high‑quality, consistent delivery across channels.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Implement communications plans for the Thriving Communities program, coordinating timelines, deliverables and content development in partnership with the VP of Marketing and Communications and the program team.
Create and manage public-facing content such as newsletters, fact sheets, press releases, talking points, social media posts, and website updates that reflect the goals and values of the program.
Support media and public relations efforts including drafting releases, identifying pitch opportunities, tracking media coverage and coordinating with external consultants or media contacts.
Gather and share impact stories from grantees and community partners that reflect the values of equity, environmental justice and community leadership.
Maintain and update communications materials across platforms (web, social, email), ensuring accessibility, consistency and cultural relevance.
Coordinate closely with program staff and partners to ensure timely communication of program updates, milestones and opportunities to stakeholders, including EPA and community-based organizations.
Track communications metrics and support reporting requirements through analytics, summaries and content archiving.
Support internal communications to keep staff, board members and program collaborators informed of key updates and resources.
Manage communications deliverables and schedules with contractors, vendors and design consultants.
Ensure brand alignment and editorial quality across all grant-related communications.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism or content production with a demonstrated focus on public interest, nonprofit or mission-driven work.
Strong writing and editing skills with experience translating complex topics into accessible, engaging content for public audiences.
Demonstrated experience managing multi-channel communications projects and timelines.
Experience developing content for digital platforms, newsletters, press releases and social media.
Familiarity with public relations practices and media engagement strategies.
Knowledge of best practices in storytelling, especially in equity-centered and community-based contexts.
Comfort using content tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp or similar platforms.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects on deadline.
Cultural competence and a commitment to advancing racial and environmental equity.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on grant‑funded or government‑funded programs.
Background or training in public relations, communications, journalism or public affairs.
Familiarity with EPA programs, environmental justice frameworks or related policy areas.
Knowledge of the Pacific Northwest region and its diverse communities.
Experience working with philanthropy, community-based organizations or in coalition-driven efforts.
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Salary: $50-55 Hourly
Start Date: 11.24.2025
Role Type: Part‑time 15‑20 hrs/wk (6‑month LTE with possibility to extend)
Reports to: Vice President, Marketing and Communications
Location: Remote position. Must be based in Seattle or anywhere in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, or Washington state.
Philanthropy Northwest is seeking a detail‑oriented and creative Communications Specialist to support the implementation of a communications and storytelling strategy for the Thriving Communities Grantmaking Program, a national initiative funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This position will focus on managing content development, coordinating public-facing communications and supporting media and partner engagement activities in collaboration with the program and communications teams.
This is an execution-oriented role well-suited for a communications professional with experience in nonprofit or public-sector storytelling, digital campaigns, media relations and community-centered content development. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and project manager who enjoys transforming complex topics into clear, compelling messages and ensuring high‑quality, consistent delivery across channels.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Implement communications plans for the Thriving Communities program, coordinating timelines, deliverables and content development in partnership with the VP of Marketing and Communications and the program team.
Create and manage public-facing content such as newsletters, fact sheets, press releases, talking points, social media posts, and website updates that reflect the goals and values of the program.
Support media and public relations efforts including drafting releases, identifying pitch opportunities, tracking media coverage and coordinating with external consultants or media contacts.
Gather and share impact stories from grantees and community partners that reflect the values of equity, environmental justice and community leadership.
Maintain and update communications materials across platforms (web, social, email), ensuring accessibility, consistency and cultural relevance.
Coordinate closely with program staff and partners to ensure timely communication of program updates, milestones and opportunities to stakeholders, including EPA and community-based organizations.
Track communications metrics and support reporting requirements through analytics, summaries and content archiving.
Support internal communications to keep staff, board members and program collaborators informed of key updates and resources.
Manage communications deliverables and schedules with contractors, vendors and design consultants.
Ensure brand alignment and editorial quality across all grant-related communications.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism or content production with a demonstrated focus on public interest, nonprofit or mission-driven work.
Strong writing and editing skills with experience translating complex topics into accessible, engaging content for public audiences.
Demonstrated experience managing multi-channel communications projects and timelines.
Experience developing content for digital platforms, newsletters, press releases and social media.
Familiarity with public relations practices and media engagement strategies.
Knowledge of best practices in storytelling, especially in equity-centered and community-based contexts.
Comfort using content tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Mailchimp or similar platforms.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects on deadline.
Cultural competence and a commitment to advancing racial and environmental equity.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working on grant‑funded or government‑funded programs.
Background or training in public relations, communications, journalism or public affairs.
Familiarity with EPA programs, environmental justice frameworks or related policy areas.
Knowledge of the Pacific Northwest region and its diverse communities.
Experience working with philanthropy, community-based organizations or in coalition-driven efforts.
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