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National Communications Manager - National Office Hybrid
Level: Management
Job Location: USVETS National - Los Angeles, CA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Salary Range: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary
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Description
Looking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?
If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!
Come & join our winning team!
Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED IN ENTIRETY FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION/LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY.
National Communications Manager
U.S.VETS is the nation's largest nonprofit veteran services organization with boots on the ground to combat America's homeless veteran crisis head-on. Our holistic approach provides housing, counseling, career and support services to help veterans rebuild and thrive. Today, in the U.S., nearly 33,000 veterans experience homelessness, accounting for nearly 7 percent of all homeless adults. With 40 residential and service sites nationwide, we are uniquely positioned to help veterans and their families successfully transition to civilian life.
Job Summary
The National Communications Manager is a creative, exemplary writer and content producer who can help us tell compelling stories about the organization and the veterans we serve across a wide range of digital and print platforms. Reporting to the National Director of Communications and Marketing, the incumbent will partner with national and regional leadership to develop and execute mission-driven communications that leverage earned, shared and owned media to advance U.S.VETS' strategic and fundraising goals; enhance community relations and strengthen awareness of its mission, programs, housing developments, campaigns and advocacy efforts across the country. Successful candidates will be experienced in results-oriented communications programs, impactful storytelling and project management. The position collaborates closely with the national development team, regional communications colleagues, senior leadership and external partners to further understanding, admiration and support for U.S.VETS and its mission.
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic communications across multiple channels that build awareness of U.S.VETS and its programs, demonstrate how we are making an impact for veterans and their families, and enhance our reputation with key stakeholders, including donors, funders, policy makers, government, community partners, media and the general public.
- Write and edit compelling content for websites, social media channels, emails, appeals, newsletters, fact sheets, marketing and events materials, annual reports and other publications, and provide editorial support for regional offices.
- Collaborate across departments to source content ideas and gain necessary approvals for published content and ensure message and branding accuracy and consistency.
- Actively manage the organization's social platforms in partnership with the social media coordinator by developing content plans, writing content, gathering multimedia assets, posting and tracking results.
- Draft press releases, talking points, speeches and remarks for various internal and external events and speaking opportunities, including investigating and sourcing relevant data and context for inclusion.
- Identify, engage and build relationships with reporters and other influencers across traditional media and social channels, and provide any requested content and photos.
- Manage communications projects from start to finish, including reviewing deliverables to ensure quality standards are met and successfully moving them forward in a timely and collaborative manner.
- Direct the activities of internal and external contractors such as designers, photographers and writers.
- Spot trends, monitor current events and influencers to anticipate opportunities for U.S.VETS to engage in and/or lead the national conversation on veteran homelessness and housing.
- Manage media coverage monitoring, tracking and analysis, providing relevant information and reports as needed.
- Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, advertising, marketing, communications or related field and at least five years' experience.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, including proficiency in Associated Press style.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to multitask, prioritize and work independently in a deadline-driven environment; manage complex projects while maintaining very high attention to detail.
- Self-starter with high level of initiative and ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
- Proficiency in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn and capable of effectively leveraging them, as well as email marketing tools such as Constant Contact.
- Knowledge of website content management systems and graphic design platforms such as Adobe Creative Cloud and InDesign a plus.
Location: This hybrid position is onsite two days a week at the U.S.VETS headquarters in Los Angeles. We cannot hire remote candidates.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- A bachelors degree in public relations, journalism, advertising, marketing, communications or related field and at least five years experience.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, including proficiency in Associated Press style.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with ability to multitask, prioritize and work independently in a deadline-driven environment; manage complex projects while maintaining very high attention to detail.
- Self-starter with high level of initiative and ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
- Proficiency in social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn and capable of effectively leveraging them, as well as email marketing tools such as Constant Contact.
- Knowledge of website content management systems and graphic design platforms such as Adobe Creative Cloud and InDesign a plus.
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