National Legal Aid & Defender Association · 2 months ago
Executive & Communications Manager - Principal Office, Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$69K/yr - $82K/yrThe National Legal Aid & Defender Association is seeking an Executive & Communications Manager at California Indian Legal Services (CILS) to advance the mission of the organization. This role involves managing communications, supporting the Executive Director, and coordinating advocacy initiatives to strengthen CILS's visibility and effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted partner to the Executive Director by managing and leading delegated tasks, projects, and priorities with independence and accuracy
Lead the quarterly meeting preparation and execution of the Board of Trustees and its Committees, ensuring smooth meetings, accurate records and clear communication of actions and decisions
Manage CILS’s external communications through social media, press releases, newsletters, website updates, the Annual Report, and branding
Support CILS’s Capitol Presence by organizing, coordinating, and promoting legislative and policy initiatives, advocacy events, trainings, Tribal Roundtables, and other key Capitol-based activities
Maintain internal communication tools, resources, and processes that keep staff informed and aligned with the strategic plan
Provide high-level support to the Executive Director through delegated duties and special projects
Leads projects on behalf of the Executive Director using project management tools and principles
Book travel, reconcile spending accounts, and process reimbursements for the Executive Director and Board
Receive and triage staff requests for Executive Director requests approvals
Administrative support as needed
Schedule and coordinate Board of Trustees meetings
Coordinate the collection of and preparation of meeting materials
Draft and distribute meeting minutes
Maintain internal Board files and records
Serve as the bylaws expert and update as requested by the Board
Communicate Board action items and ensure follow-up on Board actions and decisions to staff and stakeholders
Carryout organizational and communications for CILS’s Capitol Presence efforts, including legislative and policy initiatives, advocacy events, trainings, and Tribal engagement activities
Coordinate logistics, promotion, and follow-up for Capitol-based activities to ensure visibility, professionalism, and impact
Lead implementation of strategic plan initiatives, ensuring progress is tracked and communicated
Attend Capitol events to support Executive Director and create communications to share with Tribal communities and Tribes
Maintain the strategic plan tracker and ensure automations are functional
Lead organization and distribution of bills analysis
Design, create, curate, and schedule social media content to enhance visibility of CILS
Draft press releases and coordinate distribution
Develop and distribute newsletters through Constant Contact and other platforms
Coordinate the development of the Annual Report, including gathering content, drafting, editing, and design coordination
Capture video and photos at Capitol and community events to develop content for social media and communications
Maintain and update the CILS website with current content and resources
Uphold brand standards by maintaining templates for presentations, letterhead, and outreach materials
Design and coordinate production of branded materials and promotional materials
Manage donation program communications and promotion
Collect and update content for the staff intranet for the Executive Director
Ensure consistent messaging and information flow across the organization
Support organization-wide communication needs as directed
Serve as Executive Director’s delegate for information and resources
Qualification
Required
Strategic thinking
Exceptional organizational skills
Ability to independently lead projects and priorities with professionalism and impact
High-level support to the Executive Director through delegated duties and special projects
Project management skills
Experience in scheduling and coordinating meetings
Ability to draft and distribute meeting minutes
Expertise in bylaws and governance
Experience in managing external communications through social media, press releases, newsletters, and website updates
Ability to coordinate logistics and promotion for advocacy events and legislative initiatives
Experience in designing and creating social media content
Ability to draft press releases and coordinate distribution
Experience in developing and distributing newsletters
Ability to maintain and update website content
Experience in maintaining internal communication tools and resources
Ability to ensure consistent messaging and information flow across the organization
Benefits
Multiple high-quality, and low-cost medical plans.
100% coverage for the employee and 90% for dependent premiums.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible medical/dental, dependent care, and public transportation expenses.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
17 paid holidays annually (includes office closure from December 24-January 1) plus an additional day for your birthday.
Vacation time off, starting at 13 days accrued per year.
Sick leave is set at 12 days per year.
Paid leave for jury duty/witness services, Election Day, bereavement.
Free professional development courses and learning opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program with access to free mental health services.
Loan Repayment Assistance Program for eligible attorney positions.
Supplemental insurance, including additional life and disability coverage.
Company
National Legal Aid & Defender Association
National Legal Aid & Defender Association leads a broad network of advocates on the frontlines to advance justice and expand opportunity.
Founded in 1911
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.3MKey Investors
Lumina Foundation
2022-02-15Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
April Frazier Camara, Esq.
President & CEO
Vernina A.
Executive Assistant To Chief Executive Officer
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