Digital Communications Manager

The Association for Competitive Technology (ACT) is a global trade association for small and medium-sized technology companies. Our members are entrepreneurs, innovators, and independent developers within the global app ecosystem that engage with verticals across every industry. We work with our members to promote a policy environment that rewards and inspires innovation while providing resources that help them raise capital, create jobs, and continue to build incredible technology. ACT represents this innovative community before policymakers, courts, and others to change policies that will enable small companies to grow, create jobs, and succeed. Our team is professional, collaborative, and effective, and we are the leading industry resource on key policy issues affecting small tech businesses, including privacy, antitrust, digital health, and workforce development.
Who You Are:

ACT is seeking an experienced manager to lead our digital communications efforts across social media, web, and email. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and editor who understands how to develop content for different audiences and platforms and can use performance data to guide communications strategy.
We are looking for someone who is comfortable setting priorities, managing projects independently, and working collaboratively across the organization. The right candidate will be interested in following digital trends, identifying new opportunities, and finding effective ways to communicate complex policy, technical, and organizational information to a variety of audiences.
What to Expect:

The digital communications manager will be responsible for developing and implementing ACT’s digital communications strategy across social media, our website, and email. This position reports to the director of global communications and works closely with the membership, policy, and global teams.
This position is located in Washington, D.C. with in-person work required three days per week, with flexibility for the other two days.
Responsibilities will include:
Developing and implementing digital communications strategies that support organizational goals
Managing the organization’s social media presence, including content planning, creation, scheduling, and execution
Developing and maintaining content calendars, campaign timelines, and editorial workflows
Writing and editing digital content while maintaining a consistent organizational voice
Managing and updating website content
Developing and supporting email communications and campaigns
Working with teams across the organization to identify communications priorities and opportunities
Monitoring social media, website, and email performance and using that information to improve future content and campaigns
Identifying digital trends, platforms, and tools that may be useful to the organization
Adjusting communications plans and strategies based on performance, organizational needs, and changing priorities
Providing recommendations to the director of global communications on digital communications strategy and priorities
Qualifications:

4–6 years of professional experience in digital communications, marketing, or a related field
Significant experience managing social media content and strategy
Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt content for different audiences, platforms, and formats
Experience developing and implementing digital communications strategies
Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Experience using performance data to evaluate digital content and inform future communications decisions
Working knowledge of content management systems such as WordPress
Experience with email platforms such as Mailchimp or EveryAction
Experience with social media scheduling and management tools such as Hootsuite, Loomly, or Sprout Social
Familiarity with web and digital analytics tools such as GA4
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Additional Experience That Would be Helpful:

Experience using video editing tools such as CapCut or Instagram Edits
Experience translating technical, policy, or legal information into accessible content for broader audiences
What Success Looks Like:

During the first six months, the digital communications manager will become familiar with ACT’s audiences, communications priorities, and existing digital presence and take responsibility for the organization’s day-to-day digital communications.
Priorities will include:
Managing the social media content calendar and execution
Reviewing the organization’s current digital presence and identifying opportunities for improvement
Developing a digital communications strategy for the remainder of the year
Establishing regular processes for evaluating digital performance and using those results to inform communications planning
Building strong working relationships with teams across the organization and helping translate their priorities into effective digital content
What We Offer:

Competitive salary range based on experience. Salary range of $70,000–$95,000
The complete benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, commuter benefits, cell phone, and home internet reimbursement

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