Birds Connect Seattle · 14 hours ago
Communications Manager
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$29/hr - $32/hr
3+ years expBirds Connect Seattle is one of the oldest environmental nonprofit organizations in the region, focused on advocating for cities where people and birds thrive. The Communications Manager will develop and execute communication strategies to enhance the organization's visibility and engage various stakeholders, managing both internal and external communications efforts.
Non-profit Organizations
Hiring Manager
Claire Catania
Responsibilities
Work with program team staff to develop communications plans for recurring annual events and programs or new initiatives to effectively reach intended audiences
Support program team members with communications strategy and logistics, including but not limited to sending emails, writing and editing blogs and social media posts, graphic design, developing message strategy, crafting talking points, writing and circulating press releases, and designing other print materials
Gather and edit stories and event announcements for circulation in Birds Connect Seattle’s monthly e-newsletter, Volunteer View e-newsletter, Retail newsletter, Conservation newsletter, special events, advocacy, and other program communications
Work with staff, volunteers, and partners to identify, source, or write content, collect or take photos and videos, and/or edit engaging stories that are relevant to our audiences and demonstrate the importance and impact of our mission and programs
Work with program team staff to develop physical and digital advocacy assets, including, but not limited to advocacy post cards, other print collateral, and digital forms
Work with staff, volunteers, and local photographers to source and organize photos and videos of birds and programming that can be used across communications platforms
Develop and implement a communications plan to expand the organization’s visitor engagement, community profile, and revenue goals
Develop outreach materials to reach new audiences that would be interested in program participation
Attend networking events and activities to build knowledge of Birds Connect Seattle within the community with the purpose of engaging new audiences and deepening existing partnerships
Negotiate and manage paid advertising partnerships with Birds Connect Seattle
Maintain the organizations home page to coincide with current stories, activities, and calls to action
Support staff with keeping page content updated and refreshed
Ensure the website is functioning properly, using current trends and best practices, and adopting recommendations from external consultants
Build and manage Birds Connect Seattle’s online communities, including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to support engagement with diverse audiences
Prioritize conversion of followers from online engagement to program participation
Ensure the organization’s brand standards are upheld across all of the above channels and in other program communications
Track and develop communication program budget
Maintain the media contact list, securing press coverage, and responding to media inquiries to connect people with the correct staff person
Stay up to date on current trends impacting communications platforms including email deliverability, website best practices, social media tools and roll out necessary changes or recommendations for implementation across organization platforms
Maintain an organizational calendar of recurring and one-off organizational communications campaigns
Maintain a dashboard of communications metrics including social media engagement, email deliverability and open rates, website traffic, and other relevant data to identify trends and prioritize activities with the highest return
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or other related field, with a focus on integrated marketing communications
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities
Strong knowledge of digital, print, and social media communications and utilization across different audiences
Experience developing and implementing multi-faceted communications and marketing plans
An ability to communicate effectively and collaborate in a small team-based environment
Ability to find and tell stories that uplift the organization's mission and programs
Commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and values with an emphasis
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
Experience working with and communicating with people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives
Preferred
Experience using Canva, EveryAction, or WordPress a plus
Direct management experience highly desirable
Previous nonprofit experience highly desirable
Benefits
ORCA card
Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance
Socially responsible retirement plan with 3% matching (after one year)
Up to 14 accrued vacation days in first year
13 annual holidays
Compassionate bereavement leave
Up to 24 days of qualified sick time
Company
Birds Connect Seattle
Birds Connect Seattle advocates and organizes for cities where people and birds thrive.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase