Resilient Strategies LLC
Communications Manager
Resilient Strategies LLC, Oakland, California, United States, 94616
Communications Manager
About Oakland Rising
Oakland Rising (OR), a fiscally sponsored project of the Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund, is a collaboration of social justice organizations that have a long-term, shared vision for winning a community-based political infrastructure and governing majority in Oakland that centers racial, economic, and environmental justice. Over the past eight years, OR's political operation has grown into one of the largest, longest-lasting, and most sophisticated programs in the area. It has built a voter base in Oakland's working-class, immigrant, and communities of color neighborhoods that make up more than 25% of the city's electorate. OR has helped to craft and win policies for racial, economic, and environmental justice while promoting a vision for transformational governance in Oakland and beyond. This position is shared with our sister entity Oakland Rising Action, a separate 501(c)4.
Who We Are
OR works to build the power of working class families, immigrants, and people of color in Oakland to advance racial, economic, and environmental justice. OR plays three key roles to achieve our mission:
Builds and exercises progressive electoral power through integrated strategies, including base-building and policy advocacy.Aligns and coordinates citywide and regional progressive forces through our collaborative model to build power & profile for the social justice movement.Recruits, trains, advances and supports progressive leaders who lead in a collaborative, accountable and values-based way that centers social justice.Oakland Rising’s partner organizations include: Asian Pacific Islanders for Environmental Justice (APEN), Causa Justa/Just Cause (CJJC), Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice (CURYJ), East Bay Alliance for a Sustainable Economy (EBASE), Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, Mujeres Unidas y Activas (MUA), Parent Voices Oakland (PVO), and St. Mary’s Center.
Oakland Rising Action’s steering committee include: community leaders, APEN Action, Dream Beyond Bars Action Fund, East Bay Action Fund, and Ella Baker Center Action.
The Opportunity
The Communications Manager will work closely with the Strategic Partnerships Director and the Communications Team to raise and strengthen OR/A’s work as a progressive political home and utilize a communications strategy to provide political education and calls to action to working class, poor, and formerly-incarcerated Black, Indigenous, and people of color in flatland communities in Oakland and Alameda County. The Communications Manager will manage communications projects and collaborate with other OR/A teams, such as Programs, Operations, and Fundraising Teams. The Communications Manager reports directly to the Strategic Partnerships Director, and supervises the Communications Organizer.
Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership
Participate in the Communications Team to manage overall communications strategy and take lead on communications workplan, goals and objectivesSupport grants and reports by providing timely and accurate information and analysis of organizational communications workParticipate in quarterly and annual evaluations and workplanning for the Communications TeamStrategic Partnerships
Participate in development of and manage the implementation the communications strategy and shared workplanBuild and sustain working relationships with communications staff with Partner organizations and communications committee with coalition allies by opening and building relationships that will advance OR/A’s communication strategyRepresent OR/A as communications point of contact at OR/A events, partner events, broader community events and other spaces as needed.Build and sustain working relationships with media contact lists and communications vendorsSupervision and Management of Communications Staff
With lead and direction from the Communications Director, supervise the Digital Organizer, including annual employee evaluations.Foster a positive and productive work environment and structure that allows for individual and team leadership to thrive by managing workplans and offer suggestions for trainings, support, and partnership as needed.Communications Strategy Implementation and Management
Participate in development and design of an agile and responsive communications strategy for campaigns, programs, fundraising, and organizational development with clear goals, objectives and workplans.Manage, track, and implement the communications strategic plan and workplan tasksManage, track, and analyze communications analytics with support from Digital Organizer.Lead on graphic design projects, creating design elements in Adobe, Canva or similar applications, and manage design projects for which consultants are hired.Take lead on creating content for all communications assets including social media, eblasts, websites, toolkits, press releases, advisories, statements, voter guides, letters to the editor, op-eds, and other communications materials.Manage the coordination, maintenance, and updating of the organizations’ websites and CRM database.Collaborate with staff, partner organizations, and volunteers to develop media messages, stories, and media plans for campaigns.Managing communication budgets and ensuring that resources are used effectively and efficiently.Staying up-to-date with trainings and workshops about trends, tools, and technologies in the field of communications to ensure the organization is using the latest and most effective methods.Required Qualities, Skills, and Experience
Commitment to racial, gender, economic and environmental justice, grassroots organizing, and building social movementsTrack record of success in organizational communicationsStrong speaking, writing, and editing skills in EnglishPersistence, good follow-up, and a relationship-building orientationAbility to balance, prioritize, and follow through on tasks for multiple projects in a timely mannerMust be a level-headed self-starter with an ability to prioritize and work independently.Ability to manage and make progress on multiple projects simultaneously;Highly organized with impeccable attention to detailMust demonstrate flexibility and excellent interpersonal skills and work well with people at all levels both in and out of the organization.Strong computer skills; ease with new technology and appsInitiative and creativity to develop strategic interventions and suggest new approachesGraphic design skills and familiarity with design apps (such as Canva, Illustrator, or InDesign)High level of expertise with various social media platforms.Project management skills and familiarity with project management software.An orientation towards learning and development; willing to learn from mistakes, receive feedback, and give feedback to others.Preferred Skills and Experience
Fluency in one or more of the following highly desired (speaking, writing, and reading): Spanish or Cantonese highly desiredFamiliarity with video production including, writing, editing, storyboarding, and distribution.Familiarity with the Bay AreaExperience with community organizing, labor organizing, or other social justice-oriented nonprofit experience in the communities we work withExperience shaping, developing, or implementing a communications planExperience supporting voter outreach or a political campaignExperience managing multiple facets of communications or digital organizing for an organizationExperience managing social media with a consistent voice and attention to detailExperience working with coalitions and/or handling relationships with multiple organizations and leaders1+ years of supervisory experienceWork Environment / Physical Demands
This position may require sitting and operating a computer for a long period of time. You must be able to work on a computer, including sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation. Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and other technology.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Compensation: This is a regular full-time non-exempt salaried position. Competitive salary ranging from $75,000-85,000, depending on experience, plus a competitive compensation and benefits package, and a team-oriented yet flexible working environment.
We offer a competitive health benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, and a generous paid time off schedule.
Employment Terms
This position is salaried 40 hours per week. As salaried employee, overtime will not be allocated but we do offer Comp time and a very competitive benefits package..
Paid vacation and personal leavePaid parental leaveMedical, vision, dental, acupuncture, chiropractic and life insuranceMedical, Parking, and Dependent Care FSAs with employer contributions availableCommuter benefitsSubsidized gym membershipEmployee Assistance Program401k
Hours and location: This position is based in Oakland, CA with an option to work remotely one day a week, two days on an occasion with proper notice. This position requires that the employee reside locally, preferably within Alameda County limits. There are events and activities that will be in person outside of normal Monday through Friday business hours on an as-needed basis.
Expected hours of work:
Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Schedule may vary due to limited travel and evening or weekend activities. Daily schedule is flexible within the proximity of this time frame, and will be decided in consultation with the direct supervisor.
Travel:
No significant travel expected. Occasional domestic travel may be required for meetings and conferences.
How to Apply
Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Submit an application through this job portal and attach a PDF of your resume, cover letter, three references, and a writing sample. Applications will be reviewed as received. Open until filled.
Oakland Rising contracts with Resilient Strategies LLC for backend and operational support including hiring and employment. Resilient Strategies is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Folks who are queer, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. Pursuant of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
About Oakland Rising
Oakland Rising (OR), a fiscally sponsored project of the Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund, is a collaboration of social justice organizations that have a long-term, shared vision for winning a community-based political infrastructure and governing majority in Oakland that centers racial, economic, and environmental justice. Over the past eight years, OR's political operation has grown into one of the largest, longest-lasting, and most sophisticated programs in the area. It has built a voter base in Oakland's working-class, immigrant, and communities of color neighborhoods that make up more than 25% of the city's electorate. OR has helped to craft and win policies for racial, economic, and environmental justice while promoting a vision for transformational governance in Oakland and beyond. This position is shared with our sister entity Oakland Rising Action, a separate 501(c)4.
Who We Are
OR works to build the power of working class families, immigrants, and people of color in Oakland to advance racial, economic, and environmental justice. OR plays three key roles to achieve our mission:
Builds and exercises progressive electoral power through integrated strategies, including base-building and policy advocacy.Aligns and coordinates citywide and regional progressive forces through our collaborative model to build power & profile for the social justice movement.Recruits, trains, advances and supports progressive leaders who lead in a collaborative, accountable and values-based way that centers social justice.Oakland Rising’s partner organizations include: Asian Pacific Islanders for Environmental Justice (APEN), Causa Justa/Just Cause (CJJC), Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice (CURYJ), East Bay Alliance for a Sustainable Economy (EBASE), Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, Mujeres Unidas y Activas (MUA), Parent Voices Oakland (PVO), and St. Mary’s Center.
Oakland Rising Action’s steering committee include: community leaders, APEN Action, Dream Beyond Bars Action Fund, East Bay Action Fund, and Ella Baker Center Action.
The Opportunity
The Communications Manager will work closely with the Strategic Partnerships Director and the Communications Team to raise and strengthen OR/A’s work as a progressive political home and utilize a communications strategy to provide political education and calls to action to working class, poor, and formerly-incarcerated Black, Indigenous, and people of color in flatland communities in Oakland and Alameda County. The Communications Manager will manage communications projects and collaborate with other OR/A teams, such as Programs, Operations, and Fundraising Teams. The Communications Manager reports directly to the Strategic Partnerships Director, and supervises the Communications Organizer.
Responsibilities
Organizational Leadership
Participate in the Communications Team to manage overall communications strategy and take lead on communications workplan, goals and objectivesSupport grants and reports by providing timely and accurate information and analysis of organizational communications workParticipate in quarterly and annual evaluations and workplanning for the Communications TeamStrategic Partnerships
Participate in development of and manage the implementation the communications strategy and shared workplanBuild and sustain working relationships with communications staff with Partner organizations and communications committee with coalition allies by opening and building relationships that will advance OR/A’s communication strategyRepresent OR/A as communications point of contact at OR/A events, partner events, broader community events and other spaces as needed.Build and sustain working relationships with media contact lists and communications vendorsSupervision and Management of Communications Staff
With lead and direction from the Communications Director, supervise the Digital Organizer, including annual employee evaluations.Foster a positive and productive work environment and structure that allows for individual and team leadership to thrive by managing workplans and offer suggestions for trainings, support, and partnership as needed.Communications Strategy Implementation and Management
Participate in development and design of an agile and responsive communications strategy for campaigns, programs, fundraising, and organizational development with clear goals, objectives and workplans.Manage, track, and implement the communications strategic plan and workplan tasksManage, track, and analyze communications analytics with support from Digital Organizer.Lead on graphic design projects, creating design elements in Adobe, Canva or similar applications, and manage design projects for which consultants are hired.Take lead on creating content for all communications assets including social media, eblasts, websites, toolkits, press releases, advisories, statements, voter guides, letters to the editor, op-eds, and other communications materials.Manage the coordination, maintenance, and updating of the organizations’ websites and CRM database.Collaborate with staff, partner organizations, and volunteers to develop media messages, stories, and media plans for campaigns.Managing communication budgets and ensuring that resources are used effectively and efficiently.Staying up-to-date with trainings and workshops about trends, tools, and technologies in the field of communications to ensure the organization is using the latest and most effective methods.Required Qualities, Skills, and Experience
Commitment to racial, gender, economic and environmental justice, grassroots organizing, and building social movementsTrack record of success in organizational communicationsStrong speaking, writing, and editing skills in EnglishPersistence, good follow-up, and a relationship-building orientationAbility to balance, prioritize, and follow through on tasks for multiple projects in a timely mannerMust be a level-headed self-starter with an ability to prioritize and work independently.Ability to manage and make progress on multiple projects simultaneously;Highly organized with impeccable attention to detailMust demonstrate flexibility and excellent interpersonal skills and work well with people at all levels both in and out of the organization.Strong computer skills; ease with new technology and appsInitiative and creativity to develop strategic interventions and suggest new approachesGraphic design skills and familiarity with design apps (such as Canva, Illustrator, or InDesign)High level of expertise with various social media platforms.Project management skills and familiarity with project management software.An orientation towards learning and development; willing to learn from mistakes, receive feedback, and give feedback to others.Preferred Skills and Experience
Fluency in one or more of the following highly desired (speaking, writing, and reading): Spanish or Cantonese highly desiredFamiliarity with video production including, writing, editing, storyboarding, and distribution.Familiarity with the Bay AreaExperience with community organizing, labor organizing, or other social justice-oriented nonprofit experience in the communities we work withExperience shaping, developing, or implementing a communications planExperience supporting voter outreach or a political campaignExperience managing multiple facets of communications or digital organizing for an organizationExperience managing social media with a consistent voice and attention to detailExperience working with coalitions and/or handling relationships with multiple organizations and leaders1+ years of supervisory experienceWork Environment / Physical Demands
This position may require sitting and operating a computer for a long period of time. You must be able to work on a computer, including sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodation. Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard and other technology.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Compensation: This is a regular full-time non-exempt salaried position. Competitive salary ranging from $75,000-85,000, depending on experience, plus a competitive compensation and benefits package, and a team-oriented yet flexible working environment.
We offer a competitive health benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, and a generous paid time off schedule.
Employment Terms
This position is salaried 40 hours per week. As salaried employee, overtime will not be allocated but we do offer Comp time and a very competitive benefits package..
Paid vacation and personal leavePaid parental leaveMedical, vision, dental, acupuncture, chiropractic and life insuranceMedical, Parking, and Dependent Care FSAs with employer contributions availableCommuter benefitsSubsidized gym membershipEmployee Assistance Program401k
Hours and location: This position is based in Oakland, CA with an option to work remotely one day a week, two days on an occasion with proper notice. This position requires that the employee reside locally, preferably within Alameda County limits. There are events and activities that will be in person outside of normal Monday through Friday business hours on an as-needed basis.
Expected hours of work:
Standard days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Schedule may vary due to limited travel and evening or weekend activities. Daily schedule is flexible within the proximity of this time frame, and will be decided in consultation with the direct supervisor.
Travel:
No significant travel expected. Occasional domestic travel may be required for meetings and conferences.
How to Apply
Applications accepted on a rolling basis. Submit an application through this job portal and attach a PDF of your resume, cover letter, three references, and a writing sample. Applications will be reviewed as received. Open until filled.
Oakland Rising contracts with Resilient Strategies LLC for backend and operational support including hiring and employment. Resilient Strategies is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Folks who are queer, trans, non-binary, Black, Indigenous, people of color, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply. Pursuant of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.