NeighborWorks America
Sr. Manager, Media Relations
NeighborWorks America, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
CategoryCommunications & Marketing
Description
About NeighborWorks America
Have you ever worked for an organization where the total rewards package included a 401(k) match up to 12%? Do you imagine a collaborative, diverse and flexible hybrid work environment for yourself? Have you dreamed about being part of an organization that invests in your professional development and career growth?
You found us! At NeighborWorks America, you would be surrounded by teams and people who challenge you, encourage you and inspire you to support our mission-oriented work. This opportunity offers an impressive total rewards package that includes:A 401(k) match of up to 12%,11 paid and observed holidays,A substantial leave package (including 40 hours of paid volunteer leave),Industry leading benefits, andAccess to our Staff Training and Education (STEP) Program, which provides training and educational resources to all NeighborWorks America staff.Our benefits are designed to convey company culture and core values: Accountability, collaboration, inclusion, stewardship, and integrity. They're also intended to support our staff in a way that encourages them to give their best in a balance of work and personal life.
At NeighborWorks, our people are humble, passionate and creative. We lead with empathy, encourage curiosity and embrace ambiguity. For more than 45 years, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corp., a national, nonpartisan nonprofit known as NeighborWorks America, has strived to make every community a place of opportunity. Our network of excellence includes nearly 250 members in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. NeighborWorks offers grant funding, peer exchange, technical assistance, evaluation tools, and access to training as the nation's leading trainer of housing and community development professionals. NeighborWorks network organizations provide residents in their communities with affordable homes, owned and rented; financial counseling and coaching; community building through resident engagement; and collaboration in the areas of health, employment and education.
Work at a Glance
:
Strategic innovator shaping stories that drive results.
Working closely with the Senior Vice President of Communications & Marketing and Communications & Marketing directors, proactively identify, secure, review and evaluate media opportunities with regional, national, and trade outlets.Brainstorm ways to insert NeighborWorks America's voice into the daily news and an ever-changing news cycle, including pitching journalists, reporters, producers, and influencers on covering NeighborWorks America's subject matter experts, initiatives, programs, and events.Forge, strengthen and continually improve relationships with media, journalists, editors, producers, and influencers by understanding their needs and initiating background briefings with reporters and NeighborWorks subject matter experts.Generate short- and long-term ideas based on the media relations strategy and content calendar and develop content for op-eds, letters to the editor and other media opportunities.Respond to media inquiries and serve as an on-background spokesperson for NeighborWorks America.Manage media monitoring software to develop targeted media lists and produce reports on media coverage to share with Communications & Marketing staff, other divisions, and NeighborWorks America's leaders. Interpret findings and update plans based on information and data.Coordinate and support media opportunities for NeighborWorks America's leaders, subject matter experts, fellows and partners.Supervisor:
Director, Communications & Content
Direct Reports : 0
Fiscal Responsibilities:
None
Position Requirements
Required Minimum Qualifications:
College level degree, certification(s) and/or equivalent relevant work experience.
Seven (7) At least seven years' professional experience in proactive media relations - developing, executing, and integrating communications strategy and developing media plans.Working proficiency in Spanish is desirable but not required.
Technology:
Media monitoring software (e.g., Meltwater or Cision), Microsoft Office suite, social media management tool, project management software/tool, website content management.
Working Conditions:Travel:
Up to 10%Physical/Sensory Demands:
Fast-paced working environment with extensive computer usageHybrid : This role reports into the office 2 days per week.NeighborWorks America staff are expected to demonstrate excellence in the following :Sensitivity to racial, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.Respectful, timely and effective communications with internal and external stakeholders.Effective listening as well as seeking and accepting feedback.Successful teamwork.Analytic, thoughtful, and strategic thinking.Consideration of NeighborWorks' mission, objectives and goals to demonstrate the understanding that one's impact, decisions and behavior has among colleagues and on the organization.
Communication & Marketing's Purpose
The Communications & Marketing Division manages NeighborWorks America's internal and external communications, including but not limited to digital and print content, email/newsletters, videos, corporate reports (such as the annual report) and social media. The division also provides brand and graphic design support to other business units as well as overall content management, brand management and enforcement and website development. This involves establishing, implementing, and coordinating corporate-wide policies, strategies and guidelines around the corporation's communications activities. Communications & Marketing staff also provide communications resources (speechwriting, talking points, media training, etc.) for NeighborWorks' officers and thought leaders. In addition, the division coordinates the delivery of branding and communications best practices to NeighborWorks network organizations.
DurationContinuous
Salary Range$90,000-$128,000: The salary offered for the role will be based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, internal equity, and the candidate's qualifications/professional experience.
DivisionMarketing & Communications
Department
Travelup to 10%
Working ConditionsHybrid- work in office 2 days.
Close Date6/28/2024
LocationCORPORATE HEADQUARTERS: District of Columbia Office
EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.
Description
About NeighborWorks America
Have you ever worked for an organization where the total rewards package included a 401(k) match up to 12%? Do you imagine a collaborative, diverse and flexible hybrid work environment for yourself? Have you dreamed about being part of an organization that invests in your professional development and career growth?
You found us! At NeighborWorks America, you would be surrounded by teams and people who challenge you, encourage you and inspire you to support our mission-oriented work. This opportunity offers an impressive total rewards package that includes:A 401(k) match of up to 12%,11 paid and observed holidays,A substantial leave package (including 40 hours of paid volunteer leave),Industry leading benefits, andAccess to our Staff Training and Education (STEP) Program, which provides training and educational resources to all NeighborWorks America staff.Our benefits are designed to convey company culture and core values: Accountability, collaboration, inclusion, stewardship, and integrity. They're also intended to support our staff in a way that encourages them to give their best in a balance of work and personal life.
At NeighborWorks, our people are humble, passionate and creative. We lead with empathy, encourage curiosity and embrace ambiguity. For more than 45 years, Neighborhood Reinvestment Corp., a national, nonpartisan nonprofit known as NeighborWorks America, has strived to make every community a place of opportunity. Our network of excellence includes nearly 250 members in every state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. NeighborWorks offers grant funding, peer exchange, technical assistance, evaluation tools, and access to training as the nation's leading trainer of housing and community development professionals. NeighborWorks network organizations provide residents in their communities with affordable homes, owned and rented; financial counseling and coaching; community building through resident engagement; and collaboration in the areas of health, employment and education.
Work at a Glance
:
Strategic innovator shaping stories that drive results.
Working closely with the Senior Vice President of Communications & Marketing and Communications & Marketing directors, proactively identify, secure, review and evaluate media opportunities with regional, national, and trade outlets.Brainstorm ways to insert NeighborWorks America's voice into the daily news and an ever-changing news cycle, including pitching journalists, reporters, producers, and influencers on covering NeighborWorks America's subject matter experts, initiatives, programs, and events.Forge, strengthen and continually improve relationships with media, journalists, editors, producers, and influencers by understanding their needs and initiating background briefings with reporters and NeighborWorks subject matter experts.Generate short- and long-term ideas based on the media relations strategy and content calendar and develop content for op-eds, letters to the editor and other media opportunities.Respond to media inquiries and serve as an on-background spokesperson for NeighborWorks America.Manage media monitoring software to develop targeted media lists and produce reports on media coverage to share with Communications & Marketing staff, other divisions, and NeighborWorks America's leaders. Interpret findings and update plans based on information and data.Coordinate and support media opportunities for NeighborWorks America's leaders, subject matter experts, fellows and partners.Supervisor:
Director, Communications & Content
Direct Reports : 0
Fiscal Responsibilities:
None
Position Requirements
Required Minimum Qualifications:
College level degree, certification(s) and/or equivalent relevant work experience.
Seven (7) At least seven years' professional experience in proactive media relations - developing, executing, and integrating communications strategy and developing media plans.Working proficiency in Spanish is desirable but not required.
Technology:
Media monitoring software (e.g., Meltwater or Cision), Microsoft Office suite, social media management tool, project management software/tool, website content management.
Working Conditions:Travel:
Up to 10%Physical/Sensory Demands:
Fast-paced working environment with extensive computer usageHybrid : This role reports into the office 2 days per week.NeighborWorks America staff are expected to demonstrate excellence in the following :Sensitivity to racial, gender, sexual orientation, and cultural differences.Respectful, timely and effective communications with internal and external stakeholders.Effective listening as well as seeking and accepting feedback.Successful teamwork.Analytic, thoughtful, and strategic thinking.Consideration of NeighborWorks' mission, objectives and goals to demonstrate the understanding that one's impact, decisions and behavior has among colleagues and on the organization.
Communication & Marketing's Purpose
The Communications & Marketing Division manages NeighborWorks America's internal and external communications, including but not limited to digital and print content, email/newsletters, videos, corporate reports (such as the annual report) and social media. The division also provides brand and graphic design support to other business units as well as overall content management, brand management and enforcement and website development. This involves establishing, implementing, and coordinating corporate-wide policies, strategies and guidelines around the corporation's communications activities. Communications & Marketing staff also provide communications resources (speechwriting, talking points, media training, etc.) for NeighborWorks' officers and thought leaders. In addition, the division coordinates the delivery of branding and communications best practices to NeighborWorks network organizations.
DurationContinuous
Salary Range$90,000-$128,000: The salary offered for the role will be based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, internal equity, and the candidate's qualifications/professional experience.
DivisionMarketing & Communications
Department
Travelup to 10%
Working ConditionsHybrid- work in office 2 days.
Close Date6/28/2024
LocationCORPORATE HEADQUARTERS: District of Columbia Office
EOE StatementWe are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.