Senior Communications Manager

Purpose The Senior Communications Manager will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communications plans to advance narrative and organizing priorities.
Principal Responsibilities Provides guidance and support in aligning program messaging with organizational narrative strategy
Develops and implements communication plans to support organizing goals
Provides coaching and supervision to staff through scheduled check‑ins, recruitment and performance reviews
Supports the organizational wide budget process
Drafts and edits communications materials and content, including social media copy and toolkits, talking points, newsletters, press releases, web copy, and other resources
Works closely with spokespeople to elevate their voices and perspectives through blogs, op‑eds, video scripts, and other materials
Develops digital and narrative strategies to engage and activate constituents
Crafts high‑quality written content, including speeches, articles, and other materials
Collaborates with UUA Communications and Stewardship & Development departments to ensure consistent messaging across the organization
Fosters relationships with key stakeholders to gather relevant information and insights for communication initiatives
Formulates and implements a succinct and effective cross‑platform content strategy
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor, the Executive Vice President, or the President
Qualifications This is an exempt Grade 13 position (expected hiring range $56,000‑$71,500 depending on experience). Note that qualifications may be met as a result of lived experience, volunteer work, professional experience, and/or formal or informal training.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years of experience in communications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail
Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities, with the capacity to translate complex ideas into clear and concise messages
Proficiency with popular content management systems
Creativity and the ability to develop original content
Knowledge and understanding of Unitarian Universalism; ability to speak and write confidently about Unitarian Universalism, preferred
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
Understanding of issues around anti‑racism, anti‑oppression, and multiculturalism
Eagerness to work in an organization in which the dismantling of white supremacy is a high priority

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