Ocean Career: NWF Sr. Communications Manager

Senior Communications ManagerThe Federation's mission is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.Texas Living Waters (TLW) is an NWF-led collaborative effort with other organizations working together to improve Texas' management and use of water to ensure that sufficient freshwater is available to support abundant fish and wildlife, thriving communities, and a robust state economy. To support Texas Living Waters and NWF's broader Texas Coast and Water Program, we are seeking a Senior Communications Manager to join our team.In this role, you will serve as a strategic thought leader on the team. Your primary responsibility will be to develop, support, and implement a robust communications program to cultivate, engage, and mobilize a wide range of partners and allies to support the strategic goals and aims of NWF's Texas Coast and Water Program, including Texas Living Waters with outside partners. Areas of focus for those goals include equitable water policy and planning for all Texans, water conservation, freshwater inflows for healthy bays and estuaries, nature-based solutions to water-related hazards, and more. The Senior Communications Manager will report to the Director of the Texas Coast and Water Program.In This Role You Will:Develop, Implement, and Maintain a Communications Strategy (40%):Develop, manage, and track all aspects of the Texas Coast and Water Program's and TLW's communication strategy in collaboration with TLW organizations, other partners, and external consultantsDevelop and be responsible for grant-specific communications strategies and reportingSupport external communications across multiple mediums, including written, graphic, photo and video, to promote and support the Texas Coast and Water Program and TLWCraft, implement, and maintain quality control of TLW's key messages, brand, and imageLead the development of an annual impact report for TLW funders and supportersProduce Content for Texas Coast and Water and TLW Audiences (25%):Manage the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic materials including, but not limited to, newsletters, annual reports, brochures, and web contentCreate promotional materials for the Texas Coast and Water Program and TLW initiatives (ex: factsheets and issue briefs)Provide writing and presentation assistance to team as necessaryManage contracts with English to Spanish translation services as neededCultivate and Maintain Press, Media and Partner Relations (25%):Cultivate and sustain relationships with members of the media at all levels and on all platformsElevate the team's expertise to the media on issues within our strategic goalsManage press relations through press inquiries and pitching stories, and by promptly responding to media requestsAssist in op-ed and other persuasive writing for placement in newspapers, magazines, and other forms of online and written news media.Work closely with NWF's national communications team for general coordination and organize direct support on outreach to Spanish-speaking outletsAssist in maintaining donor communication processes as necessaryDesign and Manage Web and Digital Platforms (10%):Effectively communicate our work and impact by updating the TLW website and maintaining it as an inviting and interactive platformHelp staff generate blogs, reports, and general information related to each issue area that can be featured on the TLW websitePerform regular site maintenance and troubleshootingTrack and measure the level of engagement on the web and social media platforms over timeManage contracts with web consultants on the above tasks as necessaryBasic QualificationsCollege degree, or equivalent experience. This may look like a high school diploma/GED plus four years of experience, an associate degree plus two years of experience, or another combination of education and years of experience5+ years of experience in communications or related positions, such as print communications, social media management, science communication, earned media, digital presence, visual communications, website content creation, event promotion, or stakeholder engagementExcellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to flex communication and present to diverse audiences, specifically racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse communitiesStrong organizational and project management skillsStrong copy editor with a strong eye for detailProficiency with PC-based software including Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesignCreativity, flexibility, and ability to handle multiple tasks at once and meet deadlinesSelf-starter, independent thinker, creative problem solver, and team playerPreferred QualificationsDemonstrated graphics design and website design experienceExperience with a variety of writing styles such style such in multiple formats such as digital media, white papers, and press releasesExperience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgroundsSpanish speakerLocation and Work Mode:This position is based out of our South Central Regional Center in Austin, TX, and the candidate should reside within the state of Texas. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work in the office, in a hybrid manner (at least 1 day in the office per week), or fully remote (with the expectation to attend some in-person meetings and events), to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process. For more information on Work Modes, please review the benefits section of our careers page.Compensation and Benefits:The salary range for this position is $75,000 – $85,000, commensurate with experience.