National Audubon Society

Senior Communications Manager

New Orleans, LA · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$89k-$95kDetected 31 days ago

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About the role

The Senior Communications Manager is a strategic thinker and agile communicator, energized by the unexpected and passion to address critical conservation goals.
The Senior Communications Manager will engage in community, conservation, and policy communications and work with various teams across the organization.
They will report to the Vice President, Delta.

Responsibilities

This role will also be accountable to apply and develop the following competencies.
Build trust, mutual respect, and understanding through regular and genuine interactions while promoting a positive and inclusive environment.
This is one of the most dynamic roles in the region, helping develop and shape conversations.
The Senior Manager coaches program staff to develop and deliver quality materials and generate social and digital media to support strategies to publicize community, policy and conservation goals.
Develop and leverage internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of community, conservation and policy goals by leading key outreach and informational initiatives.
Develop advocacy-driven communication campaigns with measurable goals and outcomes for Audubon Delta priorities, deliverables, and objectives.
Lead or support the development of press releases, editorials, media pitches, Action Alerts, and talking points that publicize and support Audubon Delta's mission and goals.
Work with Delta staff to manage the organization's website, social media strategy and implementation, and content.
Working with community and policy colleagues, developing messaging frameworks, reports, fact sheets, GIS StoryMaps, and talking points for crucial policy initiatives and strategic priorities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a closely related field required.
Minimum of 7 years of field experience in communications, marketing, policy, or government relations.
Ability to write well, quickly, and under pressure.
Experience developing and implementing communication plans and strategies.
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with demonstrated experience writing articles for newsletters, marketing literature, social media, and public relations materials. Ability to write well, quickly, and under pressure.
Digital communications experience - including social media engagement and website updating.
Experience pitching and developing strong relationships with traditional and new media, using online communications tools to enhance and amplify an organization's core messages.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects on time and within budget.
Exceptional storytelling and creative thinking,
Ability at making complex subjects easily understood through words and visuals.to various audiences.
A self-starter with a proactive approach to assignments, one with the ability to work independently and as part of a team, solve problems with limited supervision, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
A flexible approach to work, willing to travel as needed and participate in programs/events occurring after typical business hours (most programs/events would be planned in advance and with notice).

Skills

Create PowerPoint presentations.
Track communications goals and outcomes and prepare summaries of communications activities for grant reports.
Supervise communications interns.
Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
Other job duties as assigned.

Compensation

$88,839 - $95,000 / year

Benefits

Birds are powerful indicators of our planet's health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action.
Work with others to explore innovative approaches to problem-solving while promoting inclusivity, equity, accessibility, and belonging in the change process.

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