Manager of Communications

Join to apply for the Manager of Communications role at Schizophrenia & Psychosis Action Alliance . SCHIZOPHRENIA & PSYCHOSIS ACTION ALLIANCE The Organization The Schizophrenia and Psychosis Action Alliance (S&PAA) is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to treatment, survival, and meaningful recovery for individuals living with schizophrenia and psychosis spectrum disorders. This support can mean the difference between isolation and connection and can help individuals live independently to their fullest potential. Summary The Manager of Communications is a key role responsible for implementing organizational internal and external communications. This role involves developing and implementing communication plans that promote the organization's mission, enhance its brand image, and engage stakeholders effectively. The Manager of Communications will facilitate and contribute to public relations activities, media relations, content creation, and communication channels to ensure consistent messaging and a positive public image. Principal Functional Responsibilities Social-media and Communications Development & Management: Conceptualize, draft, and edit email, social, website and other ongoing communications, coordinate communications with employees and contractors, monitor and measure social-media statistics, ensure accurate audience segmentation and management. % of Time: 50% Data Analysis and Reporting: Implement systems to collect, maintain, and analyze data related to communications. Generate reports to assess the impact of communications and identify areas for improvement. % of Time: 15% Website liaison: Compile, review, and create content for the website. Ensure the website is up-to-date. Act as a liaison between S&PAA and web designers. % of Time: 10% Event Logistics: Work with staff/contractors to plan, communicate, and execute special events. % of Time: 10% Strategic Planning: Support the development, implementation, and oversight of S&PAA's strategic plan, initiatives, and programs, specifically in relation to communications. % of Time: 5% Perform other duties as assigned. % of Time: 10% Qualifications Education: Required: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field (communication, public relations, journalism, marketing, etc.) Experience: Three or more years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field, preferably in a nonprofit organization. Key Skills, Knowledge And Personal Characteristics High professional standards and integrity Exceptional attention to detail Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication Ability to prioritize assignments Ability to function effectively within a team environment that promotes collaboration Ability to work effectively with external constituents Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment A sense of humor Passion about S&PAA's mission Key Competencies Communication: Builds and maintains open, transparent and effective lines of communication, within and outside the Organization, to better serve others in all interactions; appropriately tailor written and verbal messages to target audiences. Teamwork: Builds and maintains positive working relationships, within and across individual work groups, through open communication and collaboration; works with others to accomplish goals and objectives. Service Excellence: Maintains focus on service excellence in all relationships with colleagues, collaborators, and those S&PAA serves; views all interactions as a potential opportunity for demonstrating S&PAA's focus on serving those affected by schizophrenia. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion/DE&I: Practices inclusion of those unique human qualities that are different from our own and outside the groups to which we belong; respects and values all people, nurtures open dialogue between those of differing perspectives; and empowers people to express themselves and show an appreciation of others. Civility: Civility at S&PAA involves treating people with dignity, respect, and courtesy which involves efforts to understand differences and a general awareness of the rights, wishes, concerns and feelings of others. Physical Requirements Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear and occasionally stand, walk, reach, stoop, or kneel. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. J-18808-Ljbffr