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Chan Zuckerberg Initiative · 2 weeks ago

Communications Manager, Learning Commons

Redwood City, CA (Hybrid)

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$138K/yr - $189K/yr

6+ years exp

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative was founded in 2015 to help solve some of society’s toughest challenges, focusing on education and community needs. The Communications Manager role involves managing strategic communications for Learning Commons, including media relations, content creation, and event planning.

EducationImpact InvestingNon ProfitSocial Assistance

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with education, philanthropic, and technology journalists; source, craft, and pitch stories related to our work; track and respond to media inquiries, update media lists, and assist with media monitoring

Write and edit compelling content, including press releases, blogs, newsletters, web content, social media posts, talking points, and FAQs

Maintain communications calendar and create content for internal newsletters, events, and announcements

Prepare briefing memos, assess and track speaking engagement requests, and manage the logistics for press calls, workshops, webinars, convenings, and conferences

Partner with product, brand, and marketing teams, and external partners to develop and execute communication strategies that increase understanding of our impact among key audiences

Work with Legal and Finance teams to ensure quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines

Qualification

Strategic communicationsMedia relationsContent creationEducation technology experienceEditing skillsCollaborationAdaptability

Required

6-8 years of experience in strategic communications with a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain media relationships

Professional experience working in the education technology and/or K-12 education sectors

Outstanding writing and editing skills with the ability to simplify and adapt complex issues for different audiences and platforms

Passion for the work we are doing at Learning Commons

Willingness and ability to work collaboratively, adapt to a dynamic work environment, and navigate complexity and multiple priorities to deliver results