ORGANIZATIONAL DESCRIPTION: Our mission is to improve protection for civilians caught in conflicts around the world. We call on and advise international organizations, governments, militaries, and armed non-state actors to adopt and implement policies to prevent civilian harm. When civilians are harmed we advocate for the provision of amends and post-harm assistance. We bring the voices of civilians themselves to those making decisions affecting their lives.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: CIVIC seeks a communications manager to develop and execute the organization’s external communications and media efforts. A significant portion of our vision plan for 2016 – 2018 is focused on advancing our field of work, and the communications manager—with our program staff—will play a major role. He/she will create and execute an innovative strategy to quickly grow CIVIC’s public engagement including with media, academia, and other stakeholders globally. The position is full-time and reports to the managing director.
POSITION LOCATION: Washington, DC
COMMUNICATIONS:
- Ensure all CIVIC reports, briefs, advocacy/outreach presentations, and fundraising/marketing materials are of the highest quality;
- Amplify CIVIC’s voice, ideas, and issues in the media;
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with journalists who cover our issues;
- Establish best practices and manage social media outreach;
- Work with program staff to identify opportunities and craft innovative media pitches to increase coverage of our work and our issue;
- Manage our organizational voice by assisting staff in writing and editing of materials;
- Draft and manage the publishing of our annual report;
- Work closely with and support the development of the executive director in his role as the principal voice of the organization;
- Work closely with the development team to craft engaging materials for our donors;
- Oversee regular updating and maintenance of our website and social media;
- Create outreach, media, marketing and branding materials to deliver a clear and consistent message about our work and our issue.
STRATEGY & MANAGEMENT:
- Create and implement a three-year strategic plan for CIVIC’s communication endeavors;
- Execute strategic plan including liaising with program staff to cultivate ideas;
- Evaluate performance by developing clear metrics of impact and track these results over time to ensure we are reaching our objectives;
- Develop and manage communications department budget in collaboration with the managing director;
- Manage communications interns and consultants.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated commitment to CIVIC’s mission and program;
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in communications for nonprofit organizations – preferably with internationally focused organizations that work in the field of policy development and advocacy.
- A bachelor’s degree or educational equivalent required.
- Fluency with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Superlative writing skills, with demonstrated ability to write in a clear, structured, and persuasive manner and to adjust the tone and format of written materials to target audiences.
- Familiarity with Expression Engine and knowledge of basic HTML strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of SEO and best practices.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and an ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to think strategically and to work well in occasionally high-stress conditions.
- Excellent time and project management skills with a results-driven approach and strong attention to detail, as well as excellent organizational and administrative skills.
- Ability to take initiative, prioritize with minimal supervision and work independently (a self-starter), as well to function successfully as a member of a team.
- Willingness and flexibility to travel domestically and internationally if needed.
- A sense of humor.
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with experience
BENEFITS: CIVIC offers excellent benefits, including health, dental, life, long-term and short-term disability insurance, 403b retirement plan with 5% employer contribution, vacation, and sick leave.
DEADLINE: Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please apply by Friday, March 4th @ midnight EST.
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