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National Conference of State Legislatures

Senior Communications Manager

National Conference of State Legislatures, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Colorado Office of Administrative Services for Independent Agencies

Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. $75,000-$90,000 annually, to be set based on the requirements of the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Posted November 25, 2024 The Senior Communications Manager will report to the Director of Communications to oversee and direct the flow of information between CNVP, our base, partners, media, funders, and the public. This role will develop and lead communications strategies, direct public relations campaigns, and may serve as the face of the organization at media events. The position is full‐time and exempt and will have direct reports. Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and lead an integrated, organization-wide strategic communications plan to broaden awareness of CNVP and community issues and strengthen CNVP’s identity and positive image across key stakeholder audiences and the AIAN community base. Adapt to changes in the social justice landscape through timely communications. Lead content development across work areas, including graphics, reports, website, and other communication vehicles. Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the sector and organization. Work with senior leadership and the Director of Communications to recognize internal and external communications opportunities and solutions and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them. Uphold and further establish graphic identity standards. Manage media relations, including training base on media interviews, writing press releases, gaining earned media, serving as a spokesperson for the organization, managing press contacts. Serve as lead point person on media interactions that help promote and/or impact the organization and actively cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure coverage of issues of strategic importance to the organization, as well as CNVP’s programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects. Manage, monitor, and analyze all communications channels including email campaigns, websites, social media platforms, text messaging, and other tools. Curate content and increase audience engagement across CNVP’s priority social media channels. Develop and implement digital media campaigns, including ad buys and other outreach and communications tactics. Innovate to enhance CNVP’s community work through narrative change strategies. Manage a communications budget. Recruit and manage a communications support team, associates, and/or interns to support the development and execution of the communications strategy. Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality control of all information released. Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis. Coordinate communications schedules across work areas. Monitor field trends. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications We recognize that no one person will embody every quality and attribute that defines success for this position. Examples of professional and personal abilities a successful incumbent has, or can demonstrate the ability to obtain, include: Experience working with Native American communities and Tribal organizations is highly preferred, and a demonstrated commitment to and passion for the mission, vision, and values of CNVP. Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a full-time communications, marketing, or public relations professional with demonstrated success and strong supervisory experience. Education in communications, marketing, journalism, public affairs, English, or related field preferred, with a graduate degree desirable or commensurate experience. Proven track record developing and executing successful content and PR strategies that drive brand awareness and amplify organizational narratives. Strong commitment to sovereignty, social justice, racial justice, and youth empowerment. Experience creating graphic design content i.e., infographics and social media posts. Ability to manage media contacts. Effective collaborator with excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate diplomatically and professionally with stakeholders, the community, team members, and senior management. Awareness of and proficiency with communications technologies, such as Canva, Hootsuite, Action Network, Strive, Slack, Monday.com, and other comparable applications. Ability to recognize, quickly adapt, and respond to shifting communication needs. Ability to recognize areas of opportunity and provide risk awareness for the organization. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail and follow‐through. Strong ability to juggle competing, time-sensitive priorities and delegate as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills (framing, grammar/spelling, editing, and storytelling). Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office and a variety of office applications. California driver’s license, insurance, and regular access to a car. Available to work flexible hours, including afternoons and occasional evening and weekend events. Ability to travel throughout the state as needed. Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field. Experience with one or more of the following areas: community organizing, action research, campaign strategy, curriculum development, alliance building, media outreach, grassroots fundraising, campaign development, and/or policy. Proficiency with Apple computers. Physical Demands:

Able to work on a computer, including sitting at a desk, for extended periods of time. Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard. Able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Able to occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty pounds. Work Environment Hybrid in-person (two days a week or potentially more based on need) and virtual, with some evening and weekends. Some travel is required. About the Organization The California Native Vote Project’s (CNVP) mission is justice and self-determination for Native American communities through multigenerational power building, organizing, and civic engagement. CNVP is the first-of-its-kind effort to engage Native American communities across the state to build political power through an integrated voter engagement strategy, which centers community organizing, and braids on top of that other strategies to achieve people-powered movements — including political education, leadership development; voter education, registration, protections and mobilization; policy advocacy; research; and Native candidate preparation. How to Apply Please submit your cover letter and resume on the application form and indicate ‘Sr. Communications Manager’ under Position You’re Applying for.

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