Communications Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the execution of a communications strategy that aligns with the mission and strategies of the Collective.

• Identify significant opportunities for Collective members to shape public discourse and policy discussions.

• Develop strategies to promote member scholarship and insights.

• Convert research findings into accessible and impactful content (e.g., research briefs, policy summaries, webinars, and materials for the public) aimed at policymakers, media, and the general public.

• Facilitate the distribution of publications, research briefs, op-eds, webinars, and other public-facing resources.

• Establish a systematic process for reviewing external messages, ensuring they are in line with Collective values and audience needs.

• Coordinate with strategic communications firms, ensuring effective workflows and accountability.

• Keep an updated organizational contact list to improve outreach and engagement.

• Oversee the Collective’s digital presence, including the website, social media platforms, and email communications.

• Assist in the creation of essential communications materials, such as newsletters, social media content, website updates, and organizational announcements.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in communications, narrative strategy, or related areas.

• Outstanding writing abilities, capable of translating complex research into accessible narratives.

• Experience in managing communications across diverse platforms (media, digital, publications).

• Strong comfort level with engaging with research and data, along with the ability to collaborate with researchers to distill complex ideas into clear and compelling narratives.

• Capacity to function strategically and tactically in a growing organization.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.

• A commitment to the core values of the Collective, gun violence prevention, and community-engaged research.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401k plan with a 5% employer match.

• Basic life insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD coverage.

• Four weeks of paid vacation.

• Twelve days of paid sick leave.

• Fourteen paid holidays.

• Four floating holidays.