SalaryGuide
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy that aligns with the organization's mission, vision, and business objectives.
- Advise senior executives and support programs on public relations, media relations, crisis communication, and brand reputation management.
- Lead communications staff, ensuring effective collaboration and the successful execution of communication plans.
- Ensure consistency in messaging across all platforms, including press releases, social media, speeches, internal communications, fundraising and marketing materials.
- Support and expand the organization's brand identity and reputation, both internally and externally.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and partners.
- Oversee the creation and distribution of press releases, statements, and other media materials to ensure positive media coverage and brand visibility.
- Support organizational spokespeople with talking points and key messages preparation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public affairs, or related field; master’s degree or advanced certifications are advantageous.
- 8-12 years of experience working in a relevant field, like communications, marketing, or public relations professional with demonstrated success and management experience.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, and basic HTML.
- Demonstrates ability to write clearly and succinctly on complex topics across various mediums and for diverse purposes.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills (direct communications style, framing, grammar, spelling, editing, proofreading, etc.).
- Demonstrates project management and organizational skills.
- Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate diplomatically and professionally with staff, stakeholders, and members.
- Support internal communications capacity and growth.
Preferred
- Experience working with tribal or urban Native communities; knowledge of, and openness to, traditional Indigenous practices and customs preferred.
- Experience with membership organizations, trade associations, nonprofits, and/or government agency experience.
- Familiarity with email marketing systems, content management systems, and the ability to learn new programs quickly.